Active Duty Checklist: 6 VA Benefits You Should Apply For BEFORE You Get Out

Can service members receive VA benefits while still on active duty? YES!

The biggest mistake service members make is waiting until after discharge to explore their benefits. By then, you've missed crucial deadlines and opportunities. This video breaks down the most important VA benefits and programs you can and should file for before your separation date.

⏰ Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
00:46 - Pre-Discharge Disability Claims (Benefits Delivery at Discharge - BDD Program)
01:55 - VA Home Loan COE for Active Duty
02:28 - GI Bill & Transferring Education Benefits
03:01 - SGLI/FSGLI and Life Insurance Options
03:36 - Mental Health Access While on Active Duty
05:32- Educational and Career Counseling

🔗 Relevant Links & Resources:
Contact us on our Website: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/contact/

Life Insurance Video: https://youtu.be/iS81z7FbD38

VA BDD Pre-Discharge Claims: https://www.va.gov/disability/how-to-file-claim/when-to-file/pre-discharge-claim/

Request a VA Home Loan COE (VA Form 26-1880): https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-26-1880/

Apply for the GI Bill: https://www.va.gov/education/apply-for-gi-bill-form-22-1990/introduction

Find a Vet Center (Mental Health): https://www.va.gov/find-locations/

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