Free education and guidance to help you understand the VA disability process.
Pre-Discharge VA Disability Claim Preparation
A free, interactive Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) Zoom class taught by Mark Barrett, Associate National Director of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) BDD Program.
Classes are held on Zoom.
VA Benefits Education and Guidance
Merlyn Cruz-Feliciano provides VA benefits education and helps veterans and service members understand VA education benefits and other VA benefit processes.
She can explain the steps, help organize questions and records, and provide practical guidance by phone, in the San Marcos office, or through an individual Zoom appointment.
Merlyn can explain the VA disability process and help participants understand what to expect. When someone is ready to file, she directs them to an appropriate claims-assistance resource-such as a nearby VFW or DAV service officer, another VA-accredited representative, or the Benefits Delivery at Discharge office available to eligible active-duty service members.
Search the official VA directory to find accredited VSOS, attorneys, and claims agents by location.
Find a VFW service officer near you who can help with VA benefit claims.
Resources and local accredited organizations, including VFW and DAV, to help identify qualified representation.
Resources and local accredited organizations, including VFW and DAV, to help identify qualified representation.
Accredited VSO representatives can gather evidence, file a claim, request a review, and communicate with VA on your behalf. These services provided by VSOs are free. Learn more at VA.gov.
Understanding the VA process and having your records ready can help you make informed decisions and avoid common mistakes.
You get clear, accurate information.
You know what to expect at each step.
You are connected to the right resources when you are ready.
Our mission is to empower veterans and service members with the knowledge and resources they need for successful transitions.
