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America's Brave Beginnings / Resource Center
Find a way forward. Start here.
Answers, options, and places to turn—without the runaround. Explore a growing directory of official veteran benefits information, healthcare, housing, careers, legal support, family resources, and New York services.
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Four practical starting points
Housing at risk?
VA's homeless veteran line connects veterans and families to local housing assistance, 24/7.
Call 877-424-3838 ↗Jobs and training
Browse veteran employment counselors, civilian job matching, and local career centers.
Explore job support ↗Personal support
VA mental healthcare and confidential support options for veterans and families.
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The resource directory.
Search by a need, select a category, or narrow to New York services. Every link takes you to the actual agency or resource provider.
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VA Benefits Home
Explore disability, education, pensions, healthcare, insurance, and other VA programs.
VA Disability Compensation
Learn about disability compensation eligibility, conditions, and filing a claim.
VA Pension Benefits
Learn whether you or a surviving family member may qualify for a needs-based pension.
VA Survivors Benefits
Review compensation, education, pension, and burial resources for eligible survivors.
VA Life Insurance
Compare life insurance options for veterans, families, and eligible service members.
Apply for VA Benefits
Start with VA guidance on eligibility, applications, and required documentation.
Find an Accredited Representative
Locate accredited VSOs, attorneys, or claims agents; VSO claims assistance is free.
VA Claim Status Tool
Check the status of an eligible benefits claim, decision review, or appeal.
VA Decision Reviews
Explore supplemental claims, higher-level reviews, and Board appeals after a decision.
VA Claims Process Explained
Understand steps from evidence gathering to a decision letter after filing.
VA Accreditation Lookup
Verify whether an advocate, attorney, claims agent, or organization is VA-accredited.
VA Claims Scams and Identity Safety
Spot misleading benefits offers, unauthorized claim fees, and impersonators.
VA Health Care
Check enrollment information, benefits, appointments, and options for receiving care.
Find VA Locations
Search for VA medical centers, clinics, benefits offices, and Vet Centers.
VA Dental Care
Review eligibility and dental services that may be available through VA.
VA Dental Insurance Program
Learn about discounted private dental coverage for eligible enrollees.
VA Community Care
Understand when eligible veterans may receive care from providers outside VA.
VA Travel Reimbursement
Find information about reimbursement for eligible travel to healthcare visits.
VA Mental Health Services
Learn about access to care for PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and more.
National Center for PTSD
Read research-based explanations of PTSD, care options, and family support.
Vet Centers
Explore community-based counseling and readjustment services; eligibility varies.
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential round-the-clock support: call 988 and press 1; text 838255.
VA Mental Health Get Help
See treatment pathways, VA support lines, and additional mental-health resources.
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
Confidential 24/7 housing connection for homeless or at-risk veterans: 877-424-3838.
VA Homeless Programs
Find information on shelter referrals, housing stability, and homeless outreach.
VA Housing Assistance
Explore home loans, housing-related grants, and help with housing costs.
VA Home Loans
Understand eligibility, loan benefits, certificates of eligibility, and refinancing.
HUD Housing Help
Learn about rental assistance and public housing programs where you live.
Find Community Help — 211
Find local food, rent, utility, transportation, and emergency support referrals.
DOL Veterans Employment Services
Find state employment help, training resources, and civilian career options.
CareerOneStop
Find American Job Centers, resume help, job searches, and training programs.
My Next Move for Veterans
Translate military occupational experience into related civilian careers.
USAJOBS
Search federal job opportunities and learn about veterans preference.
VA Careers and Employment
Review VA employment services, vocational support, and career pathways.
DOD SkillBridge
Explore eligible training experiences for service members approaching transition.
Apprenticeship.gov
Find registered apprenticeships and learn how paid on-the-job training works.
VA Education Benefits
Explore GI Bill options, training, licensing, testing, and school support.
GI Bill Comparison Tool
Compare schools, employers, approved programs, and potential benefit amounts.
Apply for GI Bill Benefits
Check documents needed and steps to apply for applicable education benefits.
Compare VA Education Benefits
Understand key differences among GI Bill and related programs.
Veteran Readiness & Employment
Explore VR&E career counseling, employment support, or training eligibility.
Federal Student Aid
Review FAFSA, loans, grants, and federal student aid for eligible students.
CFPB Military Financial Resources
Find information on consumer rights, credit, debts, and financial issues in military life.
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
Learn about financial and civil protections available to qualifying servicemembers.
Military OneSource Financial Counseling
Eligible service members and families may access no-cost financial counseling.
USA.gov Benefits Finder
Look for federal and state benefit programs that match your situation.
Benefits.gov and Federal Programs
Start at USA.gov for assistance program guidance and federal service links.
Report Identity Theft
Find official steps for reporting and recovering from identity theft.
Military Service Records / DD214
Request or learn how to obtain records through the National Archives.
National Archives Veterans Records
Explore service records, discharge paperwork, and military history requests.
VA Legal Services for Veterans
Explore VA information on legal needs and programs that may offer referrals.
Discharge Upgrade Guidance
Learn about seeking military discharge changes and review channels.
Legal Services Corporation
Find civil legal aid organizations by state and location; eligibility varies.
VA Personal Records Requests
Request available claim, pension, compensation, or benefit records.
VA Caregiver Support Program
Find programs and education for caregivers of veterans.
Caregiver Support Line
Call 855-260-3274 for caregiver support information and local VA connections.
CHAMPVA and Family Health Benefits
Review healthcare eligibility information for qualifying dependents and survivors.
Military OneSource
Connect eligible military families to counseling, education, and life support resources.
VA Survivor Benefits
Learn about benefits and programs for eligible spouses, children, and survivors.
VA Burial & Memorial Benefits
Find benefits, eligibility guidance, and national cemetery information.
Women Veterans Health Care
See care services, resources, and women veteran support contacts.
Women Veterans Call Center
Call or text 855-829-6636 for information and assistance navigating VA.
VA Military Sexual Trauma Support
Explore VA care and information relating to military sexual trauma.
VA Older Veteran Care
Find long-term care and elder-care service information for veterans.
VA Adaptive Housing Grants
Learn about housing adaptation help available to qualifying disabled veterans.
VA Blind Rehabilitation Services
Explore programs for veterans with low vision or blindness.
SBA Veterans Business Outreach Centers
Find veteran entrepreneurship education, training, and counseling.
SBA Veteran-Owned Businesses
Review programs, contracting guidance, and resources for veteran entrepreneurs.
AmeriCorps
Explore service and volunteer opportunities in communities nationwide.
National Resource Directory
Explore directories for service members, veterans, and families.
Disabled American Veterans
Find nonprofit volunteer services, support, and claims-related information.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Explore local posts, programs, and member-related assistance.
NY Department of Veterans’ Services
Locate state veterans benefits information and advisory assistance.
Herkimer County Veterans’ Service Agency
County benefits advocacy and claims guidance. Phone: 315-867-1127.
Oneida County Veterans’ Services
Find appointments and assistance for Oneida County veterans. Phone: 315-336-4270.
Syracuse VA Medical Center
Regional VA hospital and specialty care. Syracuse main campus information.
VA Syracuse Health Care Locations
Explore Rome, Syracuse, Auburn, Binghamton and other local VA clinics.
NYS Department of Labor — Veterans
Find priority employment services and veterans career specialists statewide.
NY Health Plan and Assistance Resources
Explore state-managed health coverage and eligibility programs.
New York State Higher Education Services
Explore education grants and tuition assistance information.
NYS Housing and Community Renewal
Find state housing programs, affordable housing guidance, and services.
New York 211 Community Referrals
Search local food, rental, utility, and social-service resources.
Utica–Rome Veterans Employment Contacts
NYS DOL page lists specialized veterans employment staff serving Oneida and Herkimer.
NY Unemployment Insurance
Review eligibility and application information after loss of employment.
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ABB is rooted in Central New York. Alongside nationwide programs, local county veterans service agencies are useful first calls for claims, referrals, and navigating the benefits system.
County, state, and VA offices operate their own services. ABB is providing these links as a directory—not claiming those agencies are ABB partners or that we administer their programs.
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