Assistance in acquiring VA Benefits:
Eligibility for most VA benefits is based upon discharge from active military service under honorable conditions. To prove eligibility a DD-214 is needed. This is a report of separation that is proof of length, period and character of service.
Claims Assistance - Pension or Compensation claims:
Non Service Connected Pension
You may be eligible for pension if you are a wartime veteran with limited income and are no longer able to work. Income may be offset with out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Service Connected Compensation
You may be eligible for Compensation for injuries or illnesses you suffer, as a result of active duty or for any disabilities you had before service that were aggravated because of your active duty service. If you qualify for compensation, you may be entitled to an additional amount for your family members. Income has no effect on eligibility or amount of compensation awarded.
If your service connected injury or illness contributes to your death, your surviving dependents may be eligible for DIC benefits. DIC stands for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation. DIC is compensation paid to the surviving spouse and children. DIC beneficiaries are eligible for education and health care benefits.
Please phone our office for more information, or to make an appointment with a Service Officer.
Educational Benefits:
The VA pays monthly benefits to eligible veterans, dependents, reservists, and service members. You can use your education benefits for:
Undergraduate work at a college or university
Technical or Vocational Training
On-the-job/Apprenticeship Training
Correspondence and Flight Training
The toll free number for more information is 1-888-GI BILL1 or 1-888-442-4551
Home Loan Information:
The first step in acquiring a VA Home loan guarantee is applying for a Certificate of Eligibility. Here are several ways to apply:
Apply in our Office
Make an appointment to see one of our Veteran Service Officers. We will complete the application for you and submit it on your behalf.
Apply online
To get your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) online, please go to the eBenefits portal at this link. If you already have login credentials, click the Login box, and if you need login credentials, please click the Register box and follow the directions on the screen. If you need any assistance please call the eBenefits Help Desk at 1-800-983-0937. Their hours are Monday-Friday, 8am to 8pm EST.
Apply through your lender
Most lenders have access to the Web LGY system. This Internet-based application can establish eligibility and issue an online COE in a matter of seconds. Not all cases can be processed through Web LGY - only those for which VA has sufficient data in our records. However, Veterans are encouraged to ask their lenders about this method of obtaining a certificate.
The DVA does not make loans. With a VA guarantee, the lender is protected against loss up to the amount of the guarantee, if the borrower fails to repay the loan. VA loan guarantees are made to service members, veterans, reservist, and unmarried surviving spouses to buy a home, townhouse, manufactured home, lot or certain types of condominiums. VA also guarantees loans for building, repair, and improvement loans. If you already have a mortgage, the VA may be able to help you refinance your home at a lower rate.
Obtaining Military Discharges, Medals and other Military Records:
We assist our veterans in obtaining Military Discharges, Medals and other documents that may be needed. We have all the forms needed in our office to obtain these records and medals.
Please call our office for more information, or to make an appointment with a Service Officer.
The Ohio Veterans Home (OVH):
Our office assists in helping veterans apply to the Ohio Veterans Home. We Have applications in our office. Please call us if you have any questions.
Eligibility for most VA benefits is based upon discharge from active military service under honorable conditions. To prove eligibility a DD-214 is needed. This is a report of separation that is proof of length, period and character of service.
Claims Assistance - Pension or Compensation claims:
Non Service Connected Pension
You may be eligible for pension if you are a wartime veteran with limited income and are no longer able to work. Income may be offset with out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Service Connected Compensation
You may be eligible for Compensation for injuries or illnesses you suffer, as a result of active duty or for any disabilities you had before service that were aggravated because of your active duty service. If you qualify for compensation, you may be entitled to an additional amount for your family members. Income has no effect on eligibility or amount of compensation awarded.
If your service connected injury or illness contributes to your death, your surviving dependents may be eligible for DIC benefits. DIC stands for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation. DIC is compensation paid to the surviving spouse and children. DIC beneficiaries are eligible for education and health care benefits.
Please phone our office for more information, or to make an appointment with a Service Officer.
Educational Benefits:
The VA pays monthly benefits to eligible veterans, dependents, reservists, and service members. You can use your education benefits for:
Undergraduate work at a college or university
Technical or Vocational Training
On-the-job/Apprenticeship Training
Correspondence and Flight Training
The toll free number for more information is 1-888-GI BILL1 or 1-888-442-4551
Home Loan Information:
The first step in acquiring a VA Home loan guarantee is applying for a Certificate of Eligibility. Here are several ways to apply:
Apply in our Office
Make an appointment to see one of our Veteran Service Officers. We will complete the application for you and submit it on your behalf.
Apply online
To get your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) online, please go to the eBenefits portal at this link. If you already have login credentials, click the Login box, and if you need login credentials, please click the Register box and follow the directions on the screen. If you need any assistance please call the eBenefits Help Desk at 1-800-983-0937. Their hours are Monday-Friday, 8am to 8pm EST.
Apply through your lender
Most lenders have access to the Web LGY system. This Internet-based application can establish eligibility and issue an online COE in a matter of seconds. Not all cases can be processed through Web LGY - only those for which VA has sufficient data in our records. However, Veterans are encouraged to ask their lenders about this method of obtaining a certificate.
The DVA does not make loans. With a VA guarantee, the lender is protected against loss up to the amount of the guarantee, if the borrower fails to repay the loan. VA loan guarantees are made to service members, veterans, reservist, and unmarried surviving spouses to buy a home, townhouse, manufactured home, lot or certain types of condominiums. VA also guarantees loans for building, repair, and improvement loans. If you already have a mortgage, the VA may be able to help you refinance your home at a lower rate.
Obtaining Military Discharges, Medals and other Military Records:
We assist our veterans in obtaining Military Discharges, Medals and other documents that may be needed. We have all the forms needed in our office to obtain these records and medals.
Please call our office for more information, or to make an appointment with a Service Officer.
The Ohio Veterans Home (OVH):
Our office assists in helping veterans apply to the Ohio Veterans Home. We Have applications in our office. Please call us if you have any questions.
