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Reflection, Healing, and Remembrance: The Vietnam War 50th Anniversary
The Vietnam War officially ended on April 30, 1975, with the fall of Saigon. Now, half a century later, the 50th anniversary of the war...
Apr 27, 2023

US Army Reserve Celebrates 115 Years of Service
115 anniversary of the US Army Reserve. History and facts about the USAR
Apr 24, 2023


April Celebrates The Month Of The Military Child - Purple Up!
In 1986, Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger designated April as Month of the Military Child. Military bases, cities and school districts...
Apr 3, 2023

Year Round Military Appreciation Discounts For Active Duty And Veterans
While some businesses clearly offer military and veteran discounts, the lack of a posted discount doesn’t mean there isn’t one. Some...
Mar 1, 2023


Beginning The VA Claim Process: First Steps - DD214
The DD Form 214 is a Report of Separation. A Report of Separation is generally used to qualify for VA benefits and other post-military...
Feb 15, 2023


Airborne School: Paratroopers, Army Rangers, Special Forces
Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA is usually three weeks following Basic Training consisting of Ground Week, Tower Week, and Jump Week....
Jan 19, 2023

Emergency Mental Health Care Available To Veterans Begins Now
veterans in acute suicidal crisis will be able to go to any VA or non-VA health care facility for emergency health care at no cost
Jan 17, 2023

VA To Launch Study To Detect Early Signs Of Liver Cancer
The VA plans to launch a study in 2023 of 4,700 Veterans from 47 medical centers into the best means of detecting the early signs of...
Dec 27, 2022

VA Begins Processing Claims Now For Pact Act Benefits To Assist Terminal Veterans
On Dec. 12, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced it would immediately begin processing PACT Act benefits claims for eligible...
Dec 14, 2022


2023 VA Disability Compensation Rates Now Available
The Veterans Administration has just released the new Disability Compensation Rates for Veterans for 2023. Review the new rates here
Dec 1, 2022


Understanding Community Needs - Filling The Bag On Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday food pantry donations teach us that we need to do more to help our community.
Nov 29, 2022


The Well - Courageously Navigating Depression
Understanding how to deal with depression and when to ask for help
Nov 16, 2022


The History and Tradition of Veterans Day November 11
In 1921, an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This site, on a hillside overlooking the...
Nov 14, 2022

Happy Halloween - Contest Fun
We are celebrating the Fall season with some Halloween fun today! Please visit our contest page to cast your vote for your favorite...
Oct 31, 2022

Honoring National Day of the Deployed October 26
October 26 is National Day of the Deployed. Deployments can last anywhere from 90 days to 15 months. Having a loved one actively serving...
Oct 26, 2022

Yelp Highlights Veterans As Searches For Veteran-Owned Businesses Increased 101%
Yelp announces new way for consumers to identify Veteran Owned Business through search. Veterans can also win $10,000 for their business.
Oct 25, 2022


Increased Number Of Veterans On The Ballot This November
Number of veterans running for office has increased in 2022. Congressional races will see largest number of veteran candidates since 2012
Oct 17, 2022


Mental Health Awareness: World Mental Health Day 10/10
10 October is World Mental Health Day. The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues...
Oct 10, 2022


Potential For The Highest Annual Increase To Veterans Since 1981
Last week Congress finalized plans to guarantee that Veterans’ checks see the same cost-of-living boost as Social Security payouts. This...
Sep 27, 2022


When To Lower The American Flag To Half Staff
Do you know the protocol for lowering the American Flag to half staff? The flag is displayed at half-staff (half-mast in naval usage) as...
Sep 16, 2022

The PACT Act Explained
What is the PACT Act The PACT Act is a law that expanded health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic...
Aug 19, 2022


United Veteran Team Celebrates Grand Opening of New Location with Clients, Community, and Veterans
SAINT ROBERT, MISSOURI - The Team of VA Disability Experts at United Veteran Benefits Agency gathered on Friday, July 29, 2022 with local...
Aug 10, 2022


Proposed FY 2023 MilCon-VA Spending Bill Nears Completion
WASHINGTON — As of June 16, 2022, the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies...
Jun 22, 2022


Motorcycle Relief Project Receives Q2 Donation at BMW MOA Rally
Director of Veteran Relations, CSM(R) Michael King, presented a generous Q2 donation on behalf of United Veteran Benefits Agency to the...
Jun 21, 2022
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