Veteran resources

VA benefits and health care starting points.

Official VA links for East Tennessee veterans who need claims, health care, disability, records, education, home loans and VA location tools.

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Start with official pages

For claims and benefits, use official VA pages first so you do not rely on stale summaries.

Keep documents organized

Before calling, gather DD214, current address, phone number and the specific issue.

VA.gov

Main official VA starting point.

Location: Online official VA portal.

Phone: MyVA411 main information line: 800-698-2411.

Practical note: Start here for sign-in, claims, health care, records and VA account access.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Health Care

Apply for and manage VA health care.

Location: Online VA health care portal.

Phone: Health benefits hotline: 877-222-8387.

Practical note: Have basic service and contact information ready before applying.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Benefits

Benefits, claims and service-connected support.

Location: Online VA benefits portal.

Phone: VA benefits hotline: 800-827-1000.

Practical note: Gather service records and claim documents before starting.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Disability Compensation

Disability compensation information and claim tools.

Location: Online VA disability compensation portal.

Phone: VA benefits hotline: 800-827-1000.

Practical note: List each condition clearly and collect supporting records before filing.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Education and Training

GI Bill, education and training benefits.

Location: Online VA education benefits portal.

Phone: GI Bill hotline: 888-442-4551.

Practical note: Compare schools and confirm program eligibility before enrolling.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Home Loans

VA-backed home loan information.

Location: Online VA housing assistance portal.

Phone: VA benefits hotline: 800-827-1000.

Practical note: Request your Certificate of Eligibility before shopping lenders.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Records

Military records, DD214 and VA records tools.

Location: Online VA records portal.

Phone: VA benefits hotline: 800-827-1000.

Practical note: Sign in before requesting records and choose the record type you need.

Last verified: June 2026.

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VA Find Locations

Search VA clinics, hospitals and Vet Centers.

Location: Online VA locator for clinics, hospitals, Vet Centers and other VA offices.

Phone: For general VA help, call MyVA411 at 800-698-2411.

Practical note: Search by ZIP code, then call the location before you drive.

Last verified: June 2026.

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ID.me

Identity verification tool used for VA access and many military discounts.

Location: Online identity verification service.

Phone: Public phone not listed on the main page. Use ID.me online support.

Practical note: Use your own device and follow the secure on-screen prompts.

Last verified: June 2026.

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