Welcome to the
Veterans Corner
at CLR Marine
Find veteran benefits that you may not know about and may save you money. If you are a U.S. Veteran you need to check this out, bookmark this page and share it with other veterans
Being a Service Disabled VietNam Vet myself, I hope this little corner of my website lets you know about different money saving opportunities and places to find help.
This is the place for everything VA
Website : https://www.va.gov/
VETERANS CRISIS LINE
1-800-273-8255
If you are hurting Please Call we Love you and so does your Family. Please find Help today.
Women Veterans
Health Care
Did you know that women are the fastest growing group within the Veteran population? Learn more about the changing face of women Veterans and what the VA is doing to meet your health care needs.
Website: https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/
Disabled American Veterans
Website: https://www.dav.org/
Paralyzed Veterans
of America
Website: http://www.pva.org/
Countless veterans are currently suffering from life-threatening illnesses that are a result of exposure to asbestos, a material that was commonly used in hundreds of military applications, products, and ships because of its resistance to fire. Veterans who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma even qualify for special benefits from the U.S Department of Veteran Affairs.
Website:
ID.me Wallet empowers you to manage all of the moving parts of your digital identity. With one login, you'll be able to easily access benefits and discounts from hundreds of partners. Start taking control of your digital identity today.
Website: https://www.id.me/individuals/group-discounts/military
Government Vacation Rewards
Who is Eligible, ACTIVE DUTY, RETIRED, VETERANS, MILITARY FAMILIES, GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES.
Website:
https://www.govvacationrewards.com/
Veterans Canteen Service (VCS)
Established in 1946, Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) was created to provide articles of merchandise and services at reasonable prices to Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare system, caregivers, and visitors. Since its conception, VCS mission continues, incorporating a strategic Veteran-centric approach emphasizing the importance of service to Veterans and supporting VA’s overall mission. VCS provides retail, food, and vending services across the country.
To Register:
https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/
Every week thousands of tickets are available to veterans, service members, and family members of those killed in action, enabling them go to major sports games, concerts, and a whole host of other ticketed events.
Vet Tix, a nonprofit that channels more than 95 percent of its revenues directly into programs, is committed to helping put veterans and service members (including Reserve and Guard) in empty seats at games and events across the nation. Since 2008, Vet Tix has had the pleasure to distribute more than 3.3 million free tickets to over 607,189 Vet Tixers.
To become a Vet Tix member, go their website and complete the form. Once you have created an account and verified your military service, you can review and apply for tickets to hundreds of other upcoming events across the country. Other than a very small delivery fee, all the tickets are free!
Website: https://www.vettix.org/
Military Exchange Shopping
Better known as the PX.
This could be a nice benefit and we will save some money. The Army, Air Force and Navy exchange will start allowing all Honorably Discharged veterans to shop online, (think Amazon, but only cheaper with no taxes.) Registration starts June 1, 2017, you should register now.
To Register:
https://www.vetverify.org/form.xhtml
VA News 11-13-2019
New Disability Claims Tool
This new self service tool dramatically simplifies the process of submitting disability claims.
The platform help Veterans provide clear and complete information which speeds up the adjudication time for Veterans to receive a claims decision.
I placed a link below to watch the YouTube videos on how to do this just copy and paste it into any browser but I highly recommend you see a DAV Service Officer to help you thru any claim.
https://youtu.be/dPuBrD-0niU?list=PLt_058CfeU2oqhqiIcbbYPgWPOY5fucl-
Vietnam Veterans eligible to receive lapel pins
More than 11,000 commemorative partners conduct events in their local communities throughout the year to recognize Vietnam Veterans and their families. Vietnam Veterans are eligible to receive a lapel pin during these events or may contact a commemorative partner to find out details on the next event.
Learn More at
https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/67922/vietnam-veterans-families-honored-thanked-program/