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Government Data Catalog

Government Data Catalog (The home of the U.S. Government’s open data. Here you will find data, tools, and resources to conduct research, develop web and mobile applications, design data visualizations, and more.)

Microsoft Edge tips and tricks

Keyboard short cuts for Microsoft Edge, how to use Collections, and how to use Search in Edge.

Rally Point

RallyPoint is the premiere digital platform for the military community to come together and discuss military topics both socially and professionally. Our members include military Service members, veterans, family members, caregivers, survivors, and supporters of those in uniform. RallyPoint connects members and provides tools to succeed along their entire lifetime journey - from recruit through retirement and beyond. Members build peer to peer relationships across branches, generations, and conflicts forged by the common bond of service. Within the community, members can build their professional network, ask questions, share photos and stories, connect with members in a secure environment, and explore educational and career opportunities. RallyPoint is the premiere digital platform for the military community to come together and discuss military topics both socially and professionally. Our members include military Service members, veterans, family members, caregivers, survivors, and supporters of those in uniform.

VA App Store (Android)

List of VA Mobile Applications

VA App Store (Apple)

List of VA Mobile Applications

Government and Other Agencies

American Counseling Association (ACA)

The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, ACA is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings.

Assistance Dogs International (ADI)

Assistance Dogs International, Inc. (ADI) is a worldwide coalition of not-for-profit programs that train and place Assistance Dogs. Founded in 1986 from a group of seven small programs, ADI has become the leading authority in the Assistance Dog industry.

Assistance Dogs of the West

Assistance Dogs of the West (ADW) builds successful working partnerships between clients and dogs that empower people and open doors to new opportunities.

American Rehabilitation Counseling Association (ARCA)

ARCA – an Association which encompasses strong leadership and members dedicated towards improving the lives of people with disabilities.

Association of VA Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals

The Association of VA Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals advocates for the recruitment, retention, and recognition of Vocational Rehabilitation professionals of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The purpose of the organization is to encourage development of comprehensive Vocational Rehabilitation services to veteran beneficiaries through education and training, leadership, promotion, and the sharing of information to enhance the effectiveness of the vocational rehabilitation field.

Brain Injury Association of America

BIAA was established to advance awareness, research, treatment, and education and to improve the quality of life for all people affected by brain injury.

Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification - CRCC

The Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) is the world's largest rehabilitation counseling organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. CRCC sets the standard for competent delivery of quality rehabilitation counseling services through its nationally accredited and internationally recognized Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification program and serves all rehabilitation counseling professionals through the CRCC COMMUNITY.

Department of Defense

The Department of Defense provides the military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation’s security.

Department of Labor

As an organization with diverse functions, the U.S. Department of Labor carries out its mission through a number of offices and agencies. These are organized into major program areas, and headed by an Assistant Secretary or other official. You can also view the Department of Labor's Organizational Chart.

Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Inspector General

Office of Inspector General serves veterans and the public by conducting effective oversight of the programs and operations of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) through independent audits, inspections, reviews, and investigations.

International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF)

The International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) is the industry-elected body responsible for the development, monitoring and evaluation of the standards applied within all IGDF-member organizations, and to which all Enquiring and Applicant organizations aspire, in order to ensure equity of high-quality service to guide dog users and Handlers around the world.

Justice for Vets

Justice For Vets is dedicated to transforming the way the justice system identifies, assesses and treats our veterans, leading the national effort to put a veteran's treatment court in reach of every veteran in need.

Medicare

Online Medicare Reference

Military Base Directory

List of all Military Bases

National Archives

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States Federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept by us forever.

National Association of Social Workers

Can provide the names of social workers who are members of the organization and information about the field.

National Council on Disability

NCD is an independent federal agency charged with advising the President, Congress, and other federal agencies regarding policies, programs, practices, and procedures that affect people with disabilities. NCD is comprised of a team of Presidential and Congressional appointees, an Executive Director appointed by the Chair, and a full-time professional staff.

National Council on Independent Living

The National Council on Independent Living is the longest-running national cross-disability, grassroots organization run by and for people with disabilities. Founded in 1982, NCIL represents thousands of organizations and individuals including: individuals with disabilities, Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), and other organizations that advocate for the human and civil rights of people with disabilities throughout the United States.

National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Founded in 1969, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing is a membership organization that drives policy and social change on behalf of over 3,100 mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the more than 10 million children, adults and families they serve. We advocate for policies to ensure equitable access to high-quality services. We build the capacity of mental health and substance use treatment organizations. And we promote greater understanding of mental wellbeing as a core component of comprehensive health and health care. Through our Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) program, we have trained more than 2.6 million people in the U.S. to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges.

National Council on Rehabilitation Education

The National Council on Rehabilitation Education (NCRE) is the premier professional organization of educators dedicated to quality services for persons with disabilities through education and research. NCRE advocates up-to-date education and training and the maintenance of professional standards in the field of rehabilitation.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.

Office of Personnel Management

The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) serves as the chief human resources agency and personnel policy manager for the Federal Government. OPM provides human resources leadership and support to Federal agencies and helps the Federal workforce achieve their aspirations as they serve the American people. OPM directs human resources and employee management services, administers retirement benefits, manages healthcare and insurance programs, oversees merit-based and inclusive hiring into the civil service, and provides a secure employment process.

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association

Promotes the development, support, and dissemination of information about the practice of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery.

Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

To Report Fraud Waste and Abuse by Agency

Social Security Administration

SSA main page.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

The National Certified Counselor (NCC)

The National Certified Counselor (NCC) is NBCC's flagship certification for counseling.

The National Rehabilitation Association

The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) is the oldest professional member organization in the United States that advocates for the rights of individuals with disabilities while also promoting high quality, ethical, and collaborative practice across the rehabilitation profession. NRA, comprised of counselors, educators, researchers, and diverse agents of community integration, is committed to continuously impacting and improving upon the multifaceted conditions, across our society, necessary to enhance quality of life of individuals with disabilities, their families, and our communities.

United States Census Bureau

The Census Bureau's mission is to serve as the nation's leading provider of quality data about its people and economy.

U.S. Department of State

The U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity

U.S. General Service Administration (GSA)

GSA provides workplaces by constructing, managing, and preserving government buildings and by leasing and managing commercial real estate. GSA's acquisition solutions offer private sector professional services, equipment, supplies, and IT to government organizations and the military. GSA also promotes management best practices and efficient government operations through the development of government wide policies.

Contracting

Dun & Bradstreet

Dun & Bradstreet helps companies leverage data and analytical insights to take more intelligent actions that deliver a competitive edge. Data and insights are delivered through the Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud and the solutions it powers.

Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)

Federal Procurement Data System remains the authoritative sources for contract information. To prepare for the future, we encourage you to test the search, user accounts, saved searches, and provide feedback.

Education

American Military Veterans (AMVETS) Scholarship

AMVETS offers scholarships through our National Service Foundation (NSF).

Army Women’s Foundation Legacy Scholarship

The U.S. Army Women’s Foundation is the premier volunteer organization for today’s Army women and veterans, dedicated to empowering, honoring and being a dynamic advocate for telling their stories. The U.S. Army Women’s Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Fort Lee, Virginia. The mission of the Army Women’s Foundation is to promote public interest in the Army and recognize and honor the service of all U.S. Army women, past and present.

Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) calculator

BAH calculator Defense Travel management Office

College MAP

College MAP (The site pulls up any school in your area by zip code or major.)

College Navigator

College Navigator (Large Resource to look up any school in the country and validate any school information regarding accreditation, tuition, degrees, point of contacts, you name it.)

College Scorecard

College Scorecard (The College Scorecard is designed to increase transparency, putting the power in the hands of the public — from those choosing colleges to those improving college quality — to see how well different schools are serving their students. This documentation provides more on how to use the data and includes: Documentation Report Data Dictionary Change Log API Documentation)

Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP)

The Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs contains information reported to the U.S. Department of Education directly by recognized accrediting agencies and state approval agencies. The database reflects additional information as it is received from recognized accrediting agencies and state approval agencies. This reported information is not audited. The U.S. Department of Education cannot, therefore, guarantee that the information contained in the database is accurate, current, or complete. For the most accurate and current information, contact the appropriate agency.

Education PlannerEducation Planner

About Education Planner (Education Planner is your one-stop career and college planning website. Education Planner provides practical and easy-to-understand advice to help prepare students for the important decisions they will face in the future.)

Federal Virtual Training

The Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE) provides free online cybersecurity training to federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government employees, federal contractors, and US military veterans. Click here to view the FedVTE course catalog.

Find Grants

Search for Grants of all kinds.

Find Scholarships

Search for college scholarships by academic major, athletics, art, ethnicity, first in family, GPA, minority, music, state, name or type.

GI BILL

GI Bill benefits information. 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). Call between 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Central Time, Monday-Friday.

GI Bill Comparison Tool

GI Bill Comparison Tool (Handy to identify institutions that accept GI-BILL and find VA Facility Codes)

Khan Academy

Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom, including math, science, computing, history, art history, economic, etc.

Marine's Memorial Scholarship Program

Pat Tillman Scholarship

Pat Tillman Scholarship (The Tillman Scholar program is the premier academic fellowship for military service members, veterans and spouses.)

Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant Program provides need-based grants to low-income undergraduate and certain postbaccalaureate students to promote access to postsecondary education. Students may use their grants at any one of approximately 5,400 participating postsecondary institutions.

Post 911 GI Bill

Post 911 payment rates

Post 911 GI Bill (Chapter 33)

Post 911 eligibility information.

School Certifying Official Handbook (EDUCATION)

This on-line Handbook is a reference for VA School Certifying Officials (SCO) and other school staff involved with certifying beneficiaries of VA education benefits. The Education SCO Handbook is the official source of information for VA Certifying Officials and collaborated with Education Service and the three Regional Processing Offices. VA-ONCE is used for certifying participants' training attendance in a VA education program.

VR&E School Certifying Official Handbook

This on-line Handbook is a reference for VA School Certifying Officials (SCO) and other school staff involved with certifying training or school attendance for Chapter 31 program participants. VA-ONCE is used for certifying participants' traininng attendance in a VA education program.

Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Scholarship

(STEM) Scholarship that allows some eligible Veterans and dependents in high-demand fields to extend their Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship benefits.

Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges

Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (The Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) was created to simplify transfer of credits and residency requirements for military members.)

Splunk Training

Splunk Training the workforce of tomorrow for the jobs of today

Syracuse University IVMF

The IVMF at Syracuse University is higher education’s first interdisciplinary academic institute, singularly focused on advancing the post-service lives of the nation’s military veterans and their families.

Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) Practice Tests

Online Practice Tests for the TABE test.

Tech for Troops

Tech for Troops empowering Veterans with computers, skills, and Information Technology (IT) work force training.

Tailhook Educational Foundation (TEF) Scholarship

TEF awards over 100 scholarships annually ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 per year. A number of our TEF grants are awarded to students pursing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math) curriculum. All TEF grants assist Naval Aviation legacy undergraduate students obtain a higher education. As part of TEF’s ongoing educational program, we send over 1,000 quarterly copies of the “The Hook” magazine to U.S. high schools, colleges, and NROTC/ NJROTC units.

VetSuccess on Campus

VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC Locations and VSOC Counselor Contact Information)

VET TEC Program

Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) program matches students with a leading training provider to help develop high-tech skills.

Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP)

The Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP) offers education and training for high-demand jobs to Veterans who are unemployed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Sports Clips Haircuts Scholarship

VFW and Sports Clips Haircuts Scholarship

War Veterans Scholarship

War Veterans Scholarship (AFCEA War Veterans Scholarships (Undergraduate Only))

Wells Fargo Veteran Scholarship Program

Wells Fargo Veteran Scholarship Program (Wells Fargo is strongly invested in supporting our nation’s veterans, including a commitment to assist them in completing postsecondary education programs to help them return to, and succeed in, a competitive job market. )

Yellow Ribbon Program

Yellow Ribbon Program (The Yellow Ribbon Program can help you pay for higher out-of-state, private school, or graduate school tuition that the Post-9/11 GI Bill doesn’t cover.)

Employment

Air Force Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL)

COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line) helps Service members find information on certifications and licenses related to their jobs. Use COOL to get background information on credentialing and find detailed information on: Credentials related to an Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), Credential requirements and potential gaps between Military training and civilian credentialing requirements, Resources available to fill gaps between military training and civilian credentialing requirements. Spend a little time getting acquainted with COOL and credentialing using the main navigation links at the top of the page, and then dive into your occupation-specific information using the "Find & Select Related Credentials" information accessible from the tab in the left margin of every page.

Army Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL)

Bureau of Labor and Statistics Calculators

Databases, Tables & Calculators by Subject (Anything you can think of that might need calculation when it comes to employment and the economy)

Bureau of Labor Statistics

The Bureau of Labor Statistics measures labor market activity, working conditions, price changes, and productivity in the U.S. economy to support public and private decision making.

Career Index

The Career Index Plus puts everything needed to select the right vocational goal in one, easy-to-use application. TCI+ is free of charge and was specifically developed with the needs of Vocational Rehabilitation in mind.

Careeronestop

Careeronestop information about jobs, training, career resources, or unemployment benefits

Careeronestop for Ex-Offenders

Job Search

Careeronestop Tool Kit

CareerOneStop’s Toolkit assist with assessments, training, and skills matching for employment placement.

Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

ESGR, a Department of Defense program, was established in 1972 to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee's military commitment.

Department of Defense (DoD) Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL)

Department of Defense (DoD) Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) is the result of extensive inter-Service collaboration to facilitate credentialing of Service members. All Services recognize the important role that occupational credentials can play in professionalizing the Force and in enhancing the Service member’s ability to transition to the civilian workforce upon completion of military service. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard each have their own Service-specific COOL programs designed to match military occupations to civilian credentials (occupational certifications, licenses, and apprenticeships) and provide resources to help Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen attain these credentials. The Services disseminate this information on their own COOL websites. DoD COOL is the umbrella site providing a single point of access to the Services’ COOL websites

Department of Labor (DOL) Career Onestop

Find Train in your area.

Department of Labor (DOL) Veteran's Employment and Training Service (VETS)

Veteran Employment & Training Service: We prepare America's veterans, service members and their spouses, for meaningful careers, provide them with employment resources and expertise, protect their employment rights and promote their employment opportunities.

Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT)

This is the complete Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) revised fourth edition, as supplied electronically by the US Dept. of Labor, provided, as public service, by ITA, makers of DOT and O*Net for Windows.

Exoffenders (State Reentry Programs and Assistance)

State by State Resources

Federal Bonding Program

The U.S. Department of Labor established The Federal Bonding Program in 1966 to provide Fidelity Bonds for “at-risk,” hard-to-place job seekers. The bonds cover the first six months of employment at no cost to the job applicant or the employer.

Federal Pay

FederalPay.org is a free public resource for United States Government employees.

Feds Hire Vets

Federal job opportunities are available across the country and around the world. This information will help job seekers understand veterans' preference, how Federal jobs are filled, and unique veteran appointing authorities designed to help secure a Federal job.

Felons Re-entry Programs

Directory across all states.

Four Block

Four Block equips high potential veterans to achieve great careers at our nation’s top companies

GI JOBS.com

Since 2001, G.I. Jobs® has been the premier brand in military recruitment, offering articles, tips and online tools to help military transitioners explore different career and post-secondary education options. We give you specific, how-to advice on everything from choosing a college to writing a resume and interviewing. A great place to find transition-related content is our military transition resource center.

Help for Felons

Help for felons is an organization that is devoted to helping felons return to the workforce, find housing and other needs by providing up to date and relevant information. We are always working to expand our database to include new information about jobs, training, loans/grants and job skills among other things.

Hire Heroes USA

Hire Heroes USA is the most effective veteran employment nonprofit in the country, and our impact is demonstrated by our results.

Hiring our Heroes

Hire our heroes connect veterans, service members, and military spouses with meaningful employment opportunities.

Indeed

Indeed American worldwide employment-related search engine

Job Description Writer

Job Description Writer (The Job Description Writer walks you through a step-by-step process of building a meaningful job description.)

Job Market

Internet resources for status of the economy, employment trends, salary guides, hot jobs, job banks, job hunting resources, job search manuals, child labor laws, labor unions, minimum wage, internships, occupational licensure and worker's rights

Marine Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL)

Monster

Monster a global employment website

My Skills My Future

Local Jobs based on past experience.

National Resource Directory

The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a resource website that connects wounded warriors, Service Members, Veterans, their families, and caregivers to programs and services that support them. The NRD is hosted, managed, maintained, sustained and developed by the Defense Health Agency's Recovery Coordination Program.

Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL)

O*Net

O*NET Online has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!

O*NET Resource Center

Resource Center for job accommodations, jobs by skill, job description writer, and employment clusters.

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Occupational Outlook Handbook (The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.)

Office of Personnel Management

Welcome to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s Government-wide Veterans Employment Website. This website is a critical component of the Federal Government’s strategy for the recruitment and employment of veterans.

Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization

OSDBU is trusted by Veterans and VA staff to be responsive to customers’ needs with policies and programs that successfully leverage the federal procurement system to enable Veterans to gain access to economic opportunities

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) is a non-profit association of volunteer business counselors trained to serve as advisors and mentors to people who are attempting to start a business.

Sex-Offender One Stop Resource

This site has all the links to the D.O.C.'s in every state, news coverages, Government assistance websites, in every state, access to how to get food, and supplies, all government contacts available, all the ordinance websites, legal support, housing, and information for each county in the US, companies that hire sex offenders, legal pro se motions, county court addresses, county jail information, etc.

Small Business Administration (SBA)

Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses.

Social Security Online

Social Security has provided financial protection for our nation's people for over 80 years. Chances are, you either receive Social Security benefits or know someone who does. With retirement, disability, and survivors' benefits, Social Security is one of the most successful anti-poverty programs in our nation's history.

Social Security Planner

Social Security Planner: Social Security has evolved and transformed to meet the changing needs of our customers. Today, we offer an extensive array of online services from applying for benefits to getting a replacement Social Security card, all from the comfort of your home or office! For those who prefer a more personalized service, you can always call us toll-free or visit your local field office. We provide the tools and services that put you in control. No matter where, how, or when you decide to do business with us — we will always strive to provide the best experience and service to put you in control of your Social Security.

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC)

Contains links to major groups, the complete hierarchical structure, broad occupational definitions, and detailed occupational definitions

The Veteran Entrepreneur Portal

Designed to save time for claimants by offering direct access to the resources necessary to guide every step of entrepreneurship through Business USA and VA OSDBU.

USA Jobs

USA Jobs United States Government's website for listing civil service job opportunities with federal agencies

United States Coast Guards (USCG) Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL)

Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)

USERRA guarantees an employee returning from military service or training the right to be reemployed at his or her former job (or as nearly comparable a job as possible) with the same benefits.

VetBIZ

VetBiz Portal - a gateway to information and services within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU).

Veterans Employment and Training Service

We prepare America's veterans, service members and their spouses, for meaningful careers.

Veterans2Work

Veterans2Work was founded in 2008 by a Vietnam War veteran surprised to see that veterans of newer wars were grappling with the same transition challenges that he had struggled. His own transition experience convinced him that something needed to be done; his business experience convinced him that there was a better way. We believe: that hiring veterans is good business, that returning veterans should not have to settle for just any job, that veterans should not have to endure chronic under-employment simply to "catch up" to their civilian peers, that today's young veterans have enormous potential that can be tapped to great effect by smart employers.

Veterati

Veterati is an innovative mentorship platform that makes being a mentor and finding mentors effortless. Connecting job-seekers to mentors

ZipRecruiter

ZipRecruiter is a leading online employment marketplace that leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered smart matching technology to actively connect millions of employers and job seekers. We have over 700 employees in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Israel.

Healthcare and Disability Awareness

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush. The ADA is one of America's most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation that prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life -- to enjoy employment opportunities, to purchase goods and services, and to participate in State and local government programs and services. Modeled after the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin – and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 -- the ADA is an "equal opportunity" law for people with disabilities.

Assistance Dogs of the West

The ADW Warrior Canine Connection Service Dog Training Program’s primary mission is to train assistance (aka “service” dogs) to serve Veterans with disabilities, who will receive the finest in trained service dogs.

Canine Companions for Independence

Canine Companions for Independence is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.

National Council on Independent Living

NCIL advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities.

Companions for Heroes

Companions for Heroes (C4H) provides companion dogs, and on a case-by-case basis, service dogs, obtained from shelters, rescues and humane societies, who might otherwise be euthanized, free of charge to active duty military personnel, military veterans, first responders, military spouses and children, and Gold Star Families recovering from the psychological challenges they suffered during service to our country.

Directory of Independent Living Centers

The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Its goal is to expand the body of knowledge in independent living and to improve utilization of results of research programs and demonstration projects in this field. It is a program of TIRR Memorial Hermann, a nationally recognized medical rehabilitation facility for persons with disabilities.

Disability Benefits Questionnaires Switchboard

Disability Benefits Questionnaires Switchboard (This page is the definitive location for the most up-to-date versions of both the internal and external DBQs)

Disability Look Up (38 CFR Part 4 Subpart B)

This link provides access to 38 CFR Part 4 Subpart B Disability Ratings landing page. To locate specific disability ratings, you can utilize the Ctrl+F hotkey on your keyboard to activate the webpage's find function. Inputting the disability code in the search bar will promptly navigate you to the relevant section of the CFR

Foreign Medical Program (FMP)

For eligible Veterans living or traveling abroad, VA offers medical services through the Foreign Medical Program (FMP).

Home Mods Org

This web site is provided to you as a service of the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence (FPCE), a project of the University of Southern California (USC) Leonard Davis School of Gerontology. For more information on USC’s Degree Programs in Gerontology, please visit: https://gero.usc.edu/students/prospective-students/

Jim's Place

The St. Ambrose University Occupational Therapy Department is proud to have a practical outreach and assistive technology program.This is a resource for students, healthcare providers, clinicians, teachers, potential clients, caregivers, and community members to help them serve others in need by improving function in their life roles. Person-centered, occupation-based, health and wellness training, physical environment modifications, and assistive technology for daily living are emphasized.

Job Accommodation Network

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace.

Medication Look Up

A-Z Medication lookup, Pill Identifier, Supplements, Symptom Checker, and Diseases.

My Healthy Vet

About My HealtheVet offers you tips and tools to help you partner with your health care team, so together you may work to manage your health. Here you may find useful resources when you need them. The support tools on this page are designed to enrich your experience with My HealtheVet and help you make informed decisions.

National Assistive Technology Technical Assistance Partnership

The National Assistive Technology Technical Assistance Partnership is a cooperative agreement between the U.S. Department of Education and RESNA. The grant (Grant #H224B050003; CFDA 84.224B) is funded under the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, as amended and administered by the Rehabilitation Services Administration, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services at the U.S. Department of Education.

National Organization on Disability (NOD)

The National Organization on Disability (NOD) is a private, non-profit organization that promotes the full participation and contributions of America’s 57 million people with disabilities in all aspects of life.

Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP)

The Department of Labor: To foster, promote, and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.

Rehab Services Administration (RSA)

The Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) provides leadership and resources to assist state and other agencies in providing vocational rehabilitation and other services to individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence, and integration into the community and the competitive labor market.

The Assistive Technology Act of 2004

The Assistive Technology Act of 2004 defines an assistive technology device as “…any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.”

VA Service and Guide Dog Q&A

Guide lines for the use of Service Dogs.

Homeless Support

Housing Assistance For Veterans

This collaborative program between HUD and VA combines HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services to help Veterans who are homeless and their families find and sustain permanent housing. As of Sept. 30, 2015, HUD had allocated more than 78,000 vouchers to help house Veterans across the country.

National Reentry Resource Center

The NRRC was established by the Second Chance Act (Public Law 110-199). Signed into law in 2008 and reauthorized in 2018, the Second Chance Act authorizes federal grants to government agencies and nonprofit organizations to provide reentry services—including employment assistance, substance use treatment, housing, family programming, mentoring, victims support, and other services—and to support corrections and supervision practices that aim to reduce recidivism.

Non-VA Resources for Assistance for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness

Various Outside Agencies for Assistance

Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is active in virtually every corner of the world and serves in over 100 countries, offering assistance for the poor, the homeless, the hungry, and the destitute.

Saint Vincent DePaul

A network of friends, inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.

VA Programs to End Homelessness Among Women Veterans

VA understands that many women Veterans face challenges when returning to civilian life, including raising children on their own or dealing with the aftereffects of military sexual trauma. Without intervention, these and other issues can put women Veterans at greater risk of homelessness. VA also strives to address the individualized needs of women throughout its specialized programs for homeless Veterans. Every VA Medical Center and regional benefits office also has a dedicated advocate to make sure women Veterans get the health care and benefits they've earned through service.

Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Call Center

Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness—and their family members, friends and supporters—can make the call to or chat online with the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at (877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838), where trained counselors are ready to talk confidentially 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Programs

VA is committed to ending homelessness among Veterans. Our focus is threefold:

Conducting coordinated outreach to proactively seek out Veterans in need of assistance.

Connecting homeless and at-risk Veterans with housing solutions, health care, community employment services and other required supports.

Collaborating with federal, state and local agencies; employers; housing providers, faith-based and community nonprofits; and others to expand employment and affordable housing options for Veterans exiting homelessness.

Veteran Justice Outreach Program

The mission of the Veterans Justice Programs is to identify justice-involved Veterans and contact them through outreach, in order to facilitate access to VA services at the earliest possible point. Veterans Justice Programs accomplish this by building and maintaining partnerships between VA and key elements of the criminal justice system.

business resources.

Laws and Regulations

Age Discrimination Act of 1975

The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. The Act, which applies to all ages, permits the use of certain age distinctions and factors other than age that meet the Act's requirements.

Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, as Amended

Following is the current text of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 [ADA], including changes made by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-325), which became effective on January 1, 2009. The ADA was originally enacted in public law format and later rearranged and published in the United States Code.

Congress Public Laws

Resource for Public Laws

Congresses Current Legislative Activities

Anything and all things Congress Related.

Davenport v. Brown (Court of Veteran Appeals)

COVA case regarding EH and SEH establishment.

Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

The Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (e-CFR) is a currently updated version of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). It is not an official legal edition of the CFR. The e-CFR is an editorial compilation of CFR material and Federal Register amendments produced by the National Archives and Records Administration's Office of the Federal Register (OFR) and the Government Publishing Office. The OFR updates the material in the e-CFR on a daily basis.

E-CFR Title 29

Labor

E-CFR Title 32

National Defense

E-CFR Title 34

Education

E-CFR Title 38

Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief

E-CFR Title 41

Public Contracts and Property Management

E-CFR Title 42

Public Health

E-CFR Title 45

Public Welfare

Executive Order 13518

Veterans Employment Initiative

Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938: Maximum Struggle for a Minimum Wage

The Fair Labor Standards Act, commonly abbreviated as the FLSA, is the main law that regulates labor and wages in the United States. Introduced by President Roosevelt in 1938, the FLSA is currently enforced and overseen by the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the United States Department of Labor.

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Lists all Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Federal Register

Official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices of Federal agencies as well as executive orders.

FAR 13

Simplified Acquisition Procedures

FAR 32.9

Prompt Payment

FAR 52.224-1

Privacy Act Notification

FAR 52.224-2

Privacy Act

FAR 52.232-25

Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses

FAR 52.239-1

Privacy or Security Safeguards

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) states that any person has a right of access to Federal agency records, except to the extent that such records are protected from release by a FOIA exemption or a special law enforcement record exclusion.

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Guidance

FOIA Guidance

GovTrack.us

We publish the status of federal legislation, information about your representative and senators in Congress including voting records, and original research on legislation. We’ re one of the oldest government transparency websites in the world. Read about our most recent developments in our annual update for GovTrack supporters.

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs

The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs was created by the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 from three standing committees: Pensions, Invalid Pensions, and World War Veterans Legislation. The Pensions Committees are descended from the first standing committee to deal with this topic, Pensions and Revolutionary Claims, which was created on December 22, 1813. Stevenson Archer, a Jeffersonian from Maryland and chair of the Claims Committee pushed for the creation of this new committee. According to Lauros McConachie's 1898 classic, Congressional Committees, that committee was divided into two committees in 1825—the Committee on Revolutionary Claims, chaired by Peter Little, a John Quincy Adams supporter from Maryland, and the Committee on Military Pensions. Military Pensions became Revolutionary Pensions in the 21st Congress (1829-1831) and in 1880; Revolutionary Pensions became the Committee on Pensions. Revolutionary Claims became the War Claims Committee in 1873 in the wake of the Civil War.

Pub. L. 93-112

H.R.8070 - An Act to replace the Vocational Rehabilitation Act, to extend and revise the authorization of grants to States for vocational rehabilitation services, with special emphasis on services to those with the most severe handicaps, to expand special Federal responsibilities and research and training programs with respect to handicapped individuals, to establish special responsibilities in the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare for coordination of all programs with respect to handicapped individuals within the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, and for other purposes.

Pub. L. 96-342

H.R.6974 - Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1981

Pub. L. 96-449

H.R.7085 - An act to provide certain benefits to individuals held hostage in Iran and to similarly situated individuals, and for other purposes.

Pub. L. 103-466

H.R.5244 - Veterans' Benefits Improvements Act of 1994

Pub. L. 104-134

H.R.3019 - Omnibus Consolidated Rescissions and Appropriations Act of 1996

Pub. L. 104-191

H.R.3103 - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996

Pub. L. 104-275

S.1711 - Veterans' Benefits Improvements Act of 1996

Pub. L. 105-244

H.R.6 - Higher Education Amendments of 1998

Pub. L. 106-117

H.R.2116 - Veterans Millennium Health Care and Benefits Act

Pub. L. 106-475

H.R.4864 - Veterans Claims Assistance Act of 2000

Pub. L. 107-103

H.R.1291 - Veterans Education and Benefits Expansion Act of 2001

Pub. L. 107-217

H.R.2068 - To revise, codify, and enact without substantive change certain general and permanent laws, related to public buildings, property, and works, as title 40, United States Code, "Public Buildings, Property, and Works".

Pub. L. 110-81

S.1 - Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007

Pub. L. 110-88

H.R.3218 - To designate a portion of Interstate Route 395 located in Baltimore, Maryland, as "Cal Ripken Way".

Pub. L. 110-181

H.R.4986 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008

Pub. L. 110-389

S.3023 - Veterans' Benefits Improvement Act of 2008

Pub. L. 111-377

S.3447 - Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act of 2010

Pub. L. 112-56

H.R.674 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the imposition of 3 percent withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities, to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs, and for other purposes. (VOW to Hire ACT of 2011, Subtitle C, Section 235)

Pub. L. 112-154

H.R.1627 - Honoring America's Veterans and Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012

Pub. L. 113-291

H.R.3979 - Carl Levin and Howard P. "Buck" McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015

Pub. L. 114-92

S.1356 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016

Pub. L. 114-223

H.R.5325 - Continuing Appropriations and Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017, and Zika Response and Preparedness Act

Pub. L. 114-315

H.R.6416 - Jeff Miller and Richard Blumenthal Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2016

Pub. L. 115-48

H.R.3218 - Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2017

Pub. L. 115-55

H.R.2288 - Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017

Pub. L. 115-177

H.R.3562 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish assistance for adaptations of residences of veterans in rehabilitation programs under chapter 31 of such title, and for other purposes.

Pub. L. 115-251

S.3479 - Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2018

Pub. L.115-407

S.2248 - Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018

Pub. L. 116-128

S.3503 - A bill to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to treat certain programs of education converted to distance learning by reason of emergencies and health-related situations in the same manner as programs of education pursued at educational institutions, and for other purposes.

Pub. L. 116-140

H.R.6322 - Student Veteran Coronavirus Response Act of 2020

Office of the Law Revision Counsel United States Code (U.S.C.)

The United States Code is a consolidation and codification by subject matter of the general and permanent laws of the United States. It is prepared by the Office of the Law Revision Counsel of the United States House of Representatives

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Nondiscrimination under Federal grants and programs; promulgation of rules and regulations

The Privacy Act of 1974

The Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a (2012), which has been in effect since September 27, 1975, can generally be characterized as an omnibus “code of fair information practices” that attempts to regulate the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of personal information by federal executive branch agencies.

The Rehabilitation Act of 1973

The following is the text of Sections 501 and 505 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Pub. L. 93-112) (Rehab. Act), as amended, as these sections will appear in volume 29 of the United States Code, beginning at section 791. Section 501 prohibits employment discrimination against individuals with disabilities in the federal sector. Section 505 contains provisions governing remedies and attorney's fees under Section 501. Relevant definitions that apply to sections 501 and 505 follow these sections.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Title VI, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., was enacted as part of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964. It prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, and national origin in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Discrimination Based on Sex or Blindness

VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR)

Table of Contents for VAAR

VAAR 801.601

General

VAAR 801.602

Contracting officers.

VAAR 831.7001-3

Books, supplies, and equipment required to be personally owned.

Miscellaneous Resources

211.org

211 is the most comprehensive source of locally curated social services information in the U.S. and most of Canada.

Air Force Association

The Air Force Association connects brave Airmen and Space Professionals who commit their lives to protecting the greater good of our country. And for all who support the importance of aerospace power, we welcome you to the AFA community. Through a network of more than 200 chapters, we are here to share, support and sustain your journey as an Airman for Life.

Alison

Alison free online education platform that mostly focuses on workplace-based skills

A-Z Index of U.S. Government Departments and Agencies

Index of U.S. Government Departments and Agencies

Charity Navigator

Charity Navigator, America's largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities, rates the financial health and accountability & transparency of >6,000 of America's largest charities.

Coursera

Coursera Build skills with courses from top universities like Yale, Michigan, Stanford, and leading companies like Google and IBM

Debt Management Center

Debt Management Center. Helps with reconciling Veteran debt.

Direct Deposit for Veterans

Website for Veteran to add there Direct Deposit information. This has taken the place of form VAF 24-0296.

DoD Forms Management Program

The Official DoD Website for DoD Forms

edX

edX open online course provider created by Harvard and MIT

Federal Benefits Booklet

Access to a printable benefits booklet

Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors

This booklet contains a brief overview of the most commonly sought information concerning Veterans benefits and services. For the most accurate information, Veterans and family members should visit the websites provided within this publication as regulations, payments, and eligibility requirements are subject to change. For additional information, please visit www.va.gov. To find the nearest VA facility, go to https://www.va.gov/landing2_locations.htm.

Grant Watch

#1 website for International, Canada, and USA federal, state, local, foundation, and corporation grants with more than 23,835 current grants, funding opportunities, awards, contracts and archived grants (that will soon be available again).

Military Support Groups of AmeMilitary.com

Anything and all things military related, including Benefits, News, Veteran Jobs, and Military Life.

Military One Source

At Military OneSource, we have one mission - to connect you to your best MilLife. We’re here to help, with information and resources vetted by the Department of Defense. Military OneSource connects you to programs, services and products developed to help you navigate military life. This page provides links to the benefits and resources found throughout the Military OneSource website.

National Cemetery Administration

Burial benefits available include gravesites, a Government headstone or marker, a burial flag, and a Presidential Memorial Certificate, all at no cost to the family.

Operation We Are Here

To create an awareness of the challenges of the military community. To offer practical suggestions to churches, communities and individuals on how to support and encourage the military community. To provide a comprehensive list of resources for the military community (active duty, veterans, their families) and its supporters

Request Military Personnel Records

To request Military Records

VA Locations

Search for VA locations

VA Forms

Online Forms

VA Publications

Online Publications

VA Self Service Look Up

VA Look up for Compensation, va.gov, Education Services, Fiduciary Program, Home & Auto, Life Insurance, Pension, Stakeholder Enterprise Portal, and Veteran Readiness and Employment.

Veteran Service Organizations

List of Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) and military support organizations including links to the official websites.

Veterans Benefits Administration FACT Sheets

Lists all Fact sheets related to VBA.

VR&E Orientation Video

Orientation Video

Web Automated Reference Manual System (WARMS)

The Web Automated Reference Manual System (WARMS) includes manuals, directives, handbooks, Title 38 Code of Federal Regulations and more. The publications provide information about the Department of Veterans Affairs benefits policies

Wounded Warrior Project

We are here for their first step, and each step that follows. Because we believe that every warrior should have a positive future to look forward to. There’s always another goal to achieve, another mission to discover. We are their partner in that mission.

Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP)

The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP) is a DoD-wide effort to promote the well-being of National Guard and Reserve members, their families and communities, by connecting them with resources throughout the deployment cycle.

Suicide Prevention and Mental Health

Assessment and Management of Veterans at Risk for Suicide

Suicide Assessment

Find Mental Health Support

VA has determined community mental health points of contact for each state within the VA care network. Select a state below to find contact information for your designated mental health point of contact

National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide

The National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide, which provides a road map for how the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to address the tragedy of suicide among Veterans.

PsychArmor

At PsychArmor, we provide online training videos delivered by national subject matter experts who are fiercely committed to educating the civilian community about military culture – at no cost to the learner. Additionally, our Support Center provides follow-up coaching to reinforce the knowledge conveyed in our courses.

PsychCentral

Online resource to Mental Health diagnosis, assessments, medication, mental health news, and more.

Reporting on Suicide

Best practices and recommendations for reporting on suicide.

Safe Firearm Storage in Your Community Toolkit

Includes tips for safely storing firearms as well as best practices for sharing these guidelines in your community.

Safe Reporting on Suicide

Provides guidance on how to communicate about suicide in a safe and ethical manner, correct misconceptions, convey hope and encourage help-seeking behaviors among those at risk for suicide.

S.A.V.E. Gatekeeper Training

Online suicide prevention training video developed in collaboration with PsychArmor Institute that offers simple steps that anyone can take when talking with Veterans who are at risk for suicide.

Social Media Safety Toolkit

Includes best practices, resources and sample posts for responding to social media posts that indicate a Veteran is having thoughts of suicide.

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources.

Suicide Prevention Resource Center Suicide Prevention Resource Center Suicide Prevention Resource Center Suicide Prevention Resource Center

The Suicide Prevention Resource Center at EDC is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS), under Grant No. 5U79SM062297.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

VA Mental Health

VA provides treatments that are proven to be effective for mental health concerns. These treatments are time-limited and focus on helping Veterans recover and meet their goals.

VA’s Public Health Model for Suicide Prevention

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)’s public health strategy combines partnerships with communities to implement tailored, local prevention plans while also focusing on evidence based clinical strategies for intervention.

Vet Center Guide

Find Locations: This site is a storehouse of facility and key staff information within 1935 VA facilities, maintained on a regular basis by editors and administrators nationwide throughout the VA network. Designed for ease-of-use, this site categorizes information for browsing by state and administration, as well as by viewing through an interactive map of the United States.

Veterans Crisis Line

Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves. Direct number 1-800-273-8255 press 1. Text 838255. Support for deaf and hard of hearing 1-800-799-4889.

Veteran Outreach Toolkit

Online guide for hosting or participating in events to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.

WebMD

Online Resource for Health topics A-Z. Also see Drugs and Medications A-Z

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