The Women Veteans step-by-step guide tobenefits and services (<-link 

Have you recently transitioned from military service, or are you looking to better understand the benefits and services available to you or a Veteran in your life? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can apply for your earned benefits and services.  (click on link above for details).

1. Determine your eligibility

2. Gather necessary documentation

3. Find an accredited VSO

4. Create a VA account

5. Apply for benefits

6. Explore women-specific resources

...VA offers resources tailored specifically for women Veterans. This includes health care services, mental health resources, homelessness resources, benefits, burials and memorial affairs, elderly Veterans and more....

To learn more about your VA benefits and services available, including contact information, download the 2025 Veterans Benefits Guide and the VA Welcome Kit to help guide you.

7. Track your claim

8. VA decision reviews and appeals

9. Stay Connected

10.  Utilize Support Service

If you reside in Western North Carolina and you would like assistance on any of the above, feel free to reach out to Aura Home Women Vets: Phone: 828-771-6979.

VA  REACH program services

The VA has specialized services that you may find helpful.  If you are having challenges in any of the following, each item below is linked to a page with more details, and resources:

• Career Challenges
• Educational Challenges
• Experiencing Grief or Loss
• Feelings of Depression
• Feelings of Isolation
• Health Challenges
• Life Transitions
• Living with a Disability
• Money Challenges
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
• Relationship Challenges
• Substance Use Challenges
• For Family and Friends

You can find help here: VA.gov/REACH/challenges/