VA housing assistance 
VA housing assistance can help Veterans, service members, and their surviving spouses to buy a home or refinance a loan. We also offer benefits and services to help you build, improve, or keep your current home. Find out how to apply for and manage the Veterans housing assistance benefits you've earned. 

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Get VA Home Loan Benefits Get Veterans Housing Assistance Grants 

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 VA Home Loan Benefits 
About VA Home Loan TypesLearn how VA direct and VA - backed home loans work and find out which loan type may be right for you. EligibilityFind out if you're eligible for a VA direct or VA - backed home loan, based on your service history and duty status. How to Apply for Your Certificate of EligibilityGet instructions for how to apply for your VA home loan Certificate of Eligibility COE and what to do next depending on your loan type. VA Home Loan Programs for Surviving SpousesFind out if you're eligible and how to apply for a VA home loan COE a

user: I'd like information on how to apply for a Veterans Housing Assistance Grant please.

assistant: Yes we have information applying for a housing grant as a Veteran or Servicemember with a service - connected disability.

assistant: Would you also like information about our other services?

user: Do you have anything about Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment VR&E?

assistant: Yes we will show you how to file a claim for Disability Compensation Pay for conditions related to your military service.

user: How does it impact my home loan with VA?

assistant: If you have a VA direct or VA-backed home loan or Specially Adapted Housing grant, we can show you how to get help.

user: Are there any additional charges implied?

assistant: You will be able to find out if you need to pay a VA Loan Funding Fee fee when using your home loan benefits.

user: I'm in rehab and will need to look for a job soon, can you help me?

assistant: Some of the VR&E benefits and services we offer include exploring employment options and getting more training if required.

user: Where do I call to get one on one help?

assistant: You can all the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans to talk in private with a trained VA counsellor for free. The number is 877-424-3838 for help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.