VA benefits for service members 
If you're serving on active duty in the United States uniformed services, including active National Guard and Reserve with federal pay , you may be eligible for VA benefits both during service and after separation or retirement. If you're a traditional or technical member of the National Guard and Reserve , you may also be eligible for some VA benefits. Find out which benefits you may qualify for and when to apply. You'll also learn about these benefits in your required Transition Assistance Program TAP briefing. 

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Get free mental health care for a year after separation no matter your discharge status, service history, or eligibility for VA health care. 
If you need support for a specific mental health problem or if you re having problems sleeping , controlling your anger , or readjusting to civilian life you are not alone. And we can help. To access free VA mental health services right away : Call or walk in to any VA medical center anytime, day or night. Find your nearest VA health facility Call or walk in to any Vet Center during clinic hours. Find your nearest Vet Center Call us at 1 - 877 - 222-VETS 1 - 877 - 222 - 8387. We re here Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET. If you have hearing loss , call TTY : 1 - 800 - 877 - 8339. You don t need to be enrolled in VA health care to get care. Learn more about accessing VA mental health services To connect with other resources for Veterans and transitioning service members : Visit the Department of Defense DoD Military OneSource website Visit our mental health site for transitioning service members Read about our commitment to supporting transitioning Veterans 

VA benefits you can use during and after service 
GI Bill and other education benefitsFind out if you qualify for VA education benefits 

user: How do I receive VA benfits?

assistant: Do you serve in the U.S. uniformed services including active National Guard and Reserve?

user: Yes, I am an active duty member of the U.S. uniformed services.

assistant: Then it looks like you are eligible for VA benefits during service and after retirement.

user: Will I be eligible for VA benefits as a technical member or traditional member of the National Guard and Reserve?

assistant: Yes, you could be eligible for some benefits as a technical member of the National Guard and Reserve; which you will learn about in your required Transition Assistance Program.

user: ?What VA benefits can i use during and after service?

assistant: GI Bill and education benefits that help pay for school or any training you take.

user: Is there a number to call if you have hearing loss?

assistant: You can call TTY 1-800-877-8339.

user: Is it possible for me to get benefits if I am a technical member of the National Guard and Reserve?

assistant: Yes, you could be eligible and can find out which benefits you qualify for and when to apply and can learn about them through TAP briefing.

user: What services are available for home loans?

assistant: You can get a Certificate of Eligibility for a VA-backed home loan to buy, build, improve, or refinance a home and is open to service members and Veterans active duty Guard and Reserve.