Other resources:

New information:

Be vigilant of scammers targeting SMC benefits and Purple Heart recipients! (<-link)

"...The increased financial compensation associated with SMC benefits and the visibility of Purple Heart recipients can attract scammers looking to exploit Veterans. These scams range from identity theft and fraudulent investment schemes to fraudulent financial services charging unnecessary fees for services VA offers for free.

VA is committed to safeguarding Veterans, their families and caregivers against fraudulent activity, and it provides the following guidance to protect Veterans’ benefits and avoid benefit payment redirection...."

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Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors handbook (link)

Download the Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors handbook online or pick up a printed copy at your local medical center, regional office or Vet Center for free.

The handbook will help Veterans, service members and their families understand the full scope of VA resources available to them to help them make the most of life after service. It provides details on eligibility requirements for each benefit, and because VA serves different generations of Veterans, it also outlines the qualification guidelines for distinct periods of service to clarify eligibility for Veterans with service spanning both peace and wartime periods.

The VA Federal Benefits Guide is available in both print and digital formats. Veterans and family members can access the booklet on VA’s website, providing instant and convenient access to the wealth of information it contains. A limited number of printed copies may be available at your local medical center, Vet Center or regional office. To find the nearest VA facility, go to www.va.gov/find-locations.

VA Center for Women Veterans (CWV) (link)

On this page:
Available VA Benefits & Services | Women Veterans NOT using VA Benefits and Services?
VA Women›s Health Transition Training

Welcome all women Veterans, family members, caregivers, and advocates! The Center’s mission is to advocate for improved outcomes and access to VA benefits, services, and opportunities for women Veterans through education, outreach, and collaboration!!!

By empowering women Veterans to achieve their life goals through VA benefits and services in collaboration with community stakeholders.

We are women Veterans proud to serve our sister Veterans and those who serve them. Stay in touch, sign up for email, follow us on Facebook and X @VAWomenVets. We share information on benefits and services, events, stories, research and more. Thank you for your service!

The Center for Women Veterans (CWV) is sharing information about recently published research related to women Veterans on a monthly basis. You can access additional women Veteran research information on the CWV Research webpage. Check every month for the latest updates.

Military Sexual Trauma Care for MST survivors: (link)

Veterans from any background can experience MST. VA is ready to help Veterans and other former service members with free and confidential MST-related care, no matter how long ago the experience occurred.

Criteria for receiving Service from Aura Home Women Vets (link)

Other resources for Veterans:

Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Expanding Access to SSI: Getting Your Application Started Online (link)

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides monthly payments to people who are 65 and older, and to adults and children with disabilities who have low income and few resources. SSI is a critical program for veterans, people struggling with homelessness, mental illness, and other challenges. Click on the heading above for more information or https://www.ssa.gov/ssi to get started.

VAMC Coverage: Henderson, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania

Asheville VA Medical Center

1100 Tunnel Rd

Asheville, NC 28805

Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Walk-in Clinic:

Building 14 on Asheville VAMC campus (1100 Tunnel Rd, Asheville NC)

M-F, 8:30am – 4pm 828-298-7911 ext. 1198

HCHV Outreach

Staff: Howard Anderson

828-708-9603

howard.anderson@va.gov

Amanda Stancil

828-273-3266

amanda.stancil@va.gov

SSVF Coverage: Henderson, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania

Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry – Veterans Services of the Carolinas

1845 Brevard Rd

Arden, NC 28704

855-962-8387

Referrals:

Call 855-962-8387 or visit https://nccare360.org/get-help/

For other county resources in Western North Carolina:

https://files.stablerack.com/webfiles/100663/2025-nc-bos-veteran-resource-guide.pdf

Veteran Technology Program Sessions

They offer free tablets to veteans that do telehealth.

For more information about the sessions, here's the link: VA Technology Program Sessions

VA news for women Veterans

Center for Women Veterans

VA Homeless Programs:

Are you a Veteran who is homeless or experiencing housing instability?

If you are a Veteran who is homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness, we strongly encourage you to contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at (877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838) for assistance.