How can the VFW help you?
Whether that means providing free, professional help filing or appealing a VA claim, offering scholarships for post-secondary education or providing emergency financial relief when times get tough, the VFW is there for America's veterans. Our nationwide network of service officers are experts at navigating the VA system.
What Medicare plan options are available to VFW members?
Humana Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans are designed to help VFW members and veterans get the care their service has earned. Learn more about plan option available to VFW members.
What is the VFW Unmet Needs Program?
That's the premise behind the VFW's Unmet Needs program. Unmet Needs is there to help America's military families who have run into unexpected financial difficulties as a result of deployment or other military-related activity or injury.
What is the VFW life insurance program?
As a veteran or active-duty VFW member, you have exclusive access to life planning products and insurance from the VFW Insurance Program, administered by Lockton Affinity. Whether you are single, married, starting a family or an empty-nester, we have coverage options for you and your family each step of the way.
What does the VFW lobby for?
The VFW is one of the most respected voices in Washington, D.C., and within local governments across America. We advocate for justice for our nation's veterans, service members and military families on an array of issues and continue to be the voice for veterans everywhere.
What issues does the VFW support?
Education, Employment and Transition Assistance Enhance outreach and counseling for Veteran Readiness and Employment eligible veterans. Expand small business and entrepreneurship resources for veterans and military spouses. Expand preferences and tax incentives for hiring veterans and military spouses.
What does VFW do for veterans?
Whether that means providing free, professional help filing or appealing a VA claim, offering scholarships for post-secondary education or providing emergency financial relief when times get tough, the VFW is there for America's veterans.
What services do veterans get?
Benefits include:Inpatient and outpatient care at VA medical facilities.Prescription drugs from VA providers.Long-term care depending on needs, income, and space availability.Care from community health care providers when the VA cannot provide what you need. ... Mental health care.Women veterans' health care.
How do I find a VSO in my area?
Go to eBenefits to find a local representative (including a recognized VSO, an attorney, or a claims agent) by state/territory, zip code, or the organization's name. Or search the VA Office of the General Counsel's list to find VA-recognized organizations and VA-accredited individuals by name, city, state, or zip code.
Is the VFW a fraternal organization?
We have been known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States since August 1, 1914. 3. The purposes of our organization as defined by our Congressional Charter are fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable and educational.
What are the benefits of being a VFW member?
Member BenefitsInsurance Programs. VFW members have access to exclusive insurance and life planning products.Financial Services. ... Publication Subscriptions. ... Technology and Electronics. ... Travel Services. ... VFW PerkSpot Discount Program. ... Motorcycle Riders. ... Retail Discounts.More items...
Can you join the VFW if you are not a veteran?
You must be a veteran who has honorably served overseas in an area of foreign conflict in order to join the VFW. However, if you are not eligible for VFW membership but are the parent, grandparent, spouse, sibling, child or grandchild of a qualifying veteran, you can apply for membership in the VFW Auxiliary.
What happens when you join the VFW?
Access to a vast network of resources. Assistance securing the benefits you've earned. Numerous discounts on a number of products and services. With a VFW membership, you'll find all this and more!
Will the VA pay for outside treatment?
VA will also help resolve billing issues with the community provider. VA can pay for emergency medical care outside the United States if the emergency is related to your service-connected condition. More information can be found through the Foreign Medical Program (FMP) resources listed below.
Do veterans get free healthcare for life?
If you are a 50% or greater disabled veteran or a former POW, all your medical care from the VA is free. There are other groups that may get some, or all VA medical care for free, see our VA Copay page for details.
What is the VA 5 year rule?
The VA disability rating 5-year rule states that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) cannot reduce a veteran's disability rating if it has been in place for five years or more unless the condition shows sustained improvement over time. In this situation, the veteran's rating is considered a stabilized rating.
Why is mental health important to the VFW?
This vital initiative allows us to positively impact a great number of veterans, and help to change the narrative associated with mental wellness.
What is the VFW?
The VFW offers a wide range of assistance programs aimed at helping veterans of every generation. Whether that means providing free, professional help filing or appealing a VA claim, offering scholarships for post-secondary education or providing emergency financial relief when times get tough, the VFW is there for America's veterans.
VFW Mourns the Passing of Past National Commander John Gwizdak
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — With a heavy heart, the VFW salutes the life and service of past VFW National Commander John F. Gwizdak. John was elected as the organization’s national commander on Aug. 25, 2000, at the 101st VFW National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born in Revloc, Pennsylvania, and raised in Carrolltown, he enlisted in the U.S.
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans are designed to help VFW members and veterans get the care their service has earned. Learn more about plan option available to VFW members.
Benefits Exclusively for VFW Members
As a veteran or active-duty VFW member, you have exclusive access to life planning products and insurance from the VFW Insurance Program, administered by Lockton Affinity.
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Lockton Affinity, LLC is the licensed insurance broker of the VFW Insurance Program, where VFW members get access to insurance and life planning products at preferred rates.
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