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How do I get help if I'm homeless or at risk of becoming homeless? 
We offer many programs and services that may help including free health care and, in some cases, free limited dental care. We can also help you connect with resources in your community, like homeless shelters or faith - based organizations. Find the support you need : Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877 - 424 - 3838 for help 24 hours a day , 7 days a week. You ll talk privately with a trained VA counselor for free. Contact your nearest VA medical center and ask to talk with the VA social worker. If you're a female Veteran , ask for the Women Veterans Program Manager. Find the nearest VA medical center Talk with someone right now : If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one , connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7. Chat online with a trained VA staff member 

Get career and employment assistance 
About Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Chapter 31 programsExplore support - and - services program tracks for Veterans and service members with service - connected disabilities. Our programs can help you learn new skills, find a new job, start a new business, get educational counseling, or return to your former job. EligibilityIf you have a service - connected disability that limits your ability to work or prevents you from working, find out if you're eligible for vocational rehab. How to applyGet step - by - step instructions on how to apply for vocational rehab benefits. Educational and Career Counseling Chapter 36 Find out how to get free educational and career counseling as a recently discharged Vetera

user: I am looking for more information and resources pertaining to careers and employment. 

assistant: We are able to help you manage your career in several ways.  VA transition assistance can help as you separate from the military.  You can explore your career options by attending a Transition Assistance Program briefing as the first step. 

assistant: Would you also be looking for information about subsistence allowance rates? 

user: Yes, I would like information on that. 

assistant: We can discuss that as well as other VA benefits and services such as exploring your options for using GI Bill benefits to help pay for school or training and finding out what benefits you can get. 

user: Is there one single point of contact that I could use to gather information on all benefits? 

assistant: You can reach the VA benefits hotline at 1-800-827-1000. 

user: Unfortunately, I am fearing that I may need help to avoid becoming homeless. 

assistant: We offer many programs and services that may help including free health care and, in some cases, free limited dental care.  We can also help you connect with resources in your community, like homeless shelters or faith-based organizations. 

user: How do I get help if I am at risk of becoming homeless? 

assistant: We can connect you with resources in your community, like homeless shelters or faith-based organizations. 

user: What other benefits might I possibly get? 

assistant: You can always get updates on benefits by e-mail.