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Featured Programs

Claims Assistance

Our Veterans Benefits Advisors, all Veterans themselves, will gladly prepare and file your claim.

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Disabled Veterans

As a disabled Veteran, you may be eligible for additional compensations or reduced fees for services like vehicle registration.

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Veterans & Family

Connect with programs and services created for Veterans and their family members.

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Additional Programs & Services

Talk to a Benefits Advisor

If you need assistance, or just want to learn more about the benefits and services you may be eligible for, schedule an appointment with one of our Veterans Benefits Advisors, all veterans themselves. Call 1-888-838-7697 to speak to an advisor. Schedule a phone or video consultation online. Use our search to find a Services Office near you.

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News & Events

Establishment of New York’s First State Veterans Cemetery

State Takes Ownership of Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery from Seneca County, Becoming the New York State Veterans Cemetery – Finger Lakes

Read More About the State Veterans Cemetery

Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program Awardees

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of $2.6 million in grants to 39 Veterans organizations across the state through the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program.

Learn more about the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program Awardees

Veterans Day 2023 Initiatives and Partnerships

Governor Hochul Unveils New Initiatives and Partnerships for Veterans and Their Families

Read More about Veterans Day 2023 Initiatives

Request Separation Documents

If you served in the U.S. Military and need your separation documents. You can request them from the National Archives.

Request Discharge Papers