Veterans benefits

The federal government and the state of Ohio offer special benefits for veterans. Every county has a Veterans Service Office (VSO) that can help you understand and apply for:

Federal and state benefits

• Disability compensation: You may be eligible for monthly payments if you have a disability that was caused by your active military service or that got worse due to your military service. Contact your county VSO to learn more or get help applying.
• Pension: If you are a veteran with a low income and you are permanently and totally disabled or age 65 or older, you may be eligible for support.
• Healthcare: Learn about resources for finding care and insurance.
• Education: You may be able to get college credit, in-state tuition, a scholarship or other education help for your military service.
• Home loans: You may qualify for programs to help you buy or repair a home.
• Burial and survivor benefits: Burial in a national cemetery is available to veterans of active federal military service, their spouses and their dependent minor children.
• Mental health: Find resources for finding a counselor or dealing with post-traumatic stress or addiction. You can also contact your county VSO to learn about financial assistance for veterans.
• Employment: Ohio Means Jobs has programs and resources to help with your job search, such as finding military-friendly employers and applying your military skills to civilian jobs.

Learn more about programs and resources for veterans from the Ohio Department of Veterans Services.

Local benefits

Individual counties offer different levels of cash and transportation assistance based on their available resources. Contact your county VSO to find out what is available in your area. 

Benefits appeals

If your application for veterans benefits was denied, but you don't think it should have been, you can contact your local legal aid for help.