Veterans Corner

VA Education News

If you’re the child or spouse of a Veteran or service member who has died, is captured or missing, or is permanently and totally disabled due to a service-connected disability, you may be eligible for the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) program. The Program, also called Chapter 35, may be able to help you pay for school or cover expenses while training for a job.

New rates for the period of October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, will be available.

For more details on the DEA Program and eligibility requirements, visit https://bit.ly/2025vadeaprogram.

For more on the Department of Veterans Affairs programs, visit department.va.gov or va.gov

VA Federal Benefits Guide Available to Veterans

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has released the 2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide for veterans, dependents, survivors, and
caregivers. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of available federal benefits and services.

Topics covered in the guide include:
» Compensation
» Life insurance
» Pension and fiduciary services
» Education benefits
» Economic development and
employment
» Home loan guaranty programs and
housing assistance
» Mental health resources

To view the 2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide for veterans, dependents, survivors, and caregivers, visit bit.ly/2025vafederalbenefitsguide. For additional benefits information, visit the VA’s website at department.va.gov