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Information, guidance and support for family and other informal caregivers, typically through in-person meetings, over the phone or using online communications. MORE INFORMATION Provides caregiver support services that cover a variety of topics and needs, including: * Skills training, mobile support * Caregiver Support Line: (855) 260-3274 * One-on-one coaching, group support and coaching * Peer support mentoring * Self-care, telephone support * Online programs and referrals to community resources

Each county in Minnesota has a County Veterans Service Office (CVSO) to assist veterans and their families. * Assist veterans to get state (dental, optical, subsistence programs, housing) and federal (compensation, pension, medical treatment) benefits * Advise, counsel, educate and provide advocacy for veterans about benefits like medical, pay, housing and education * Initiate benefit claims filing * In some counties, transportation services are offered for rides to Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Center appointments

Veterans Administration (VA) offers two broad categories of Pension benefit programs: * Veterans Pension: Tax-free monetary benefit payable to low-income wartime Veterans. * Survivors' Pension: Tax-free monetary benefit payable to a low-income, un-remarried surviving spouse and/or unmarried child(ren) of a deceased Veteran with wartime service. Veterans and survivors who are eligible for pension benefits and are housebound or require the aid and attendance of another person may be eligible to receive additional monetary amounts.

Tax assistance for eligible individuals Tax preparation help can include tax assistance, filling out forms, completing paperwork or filing taxes electronically MORE INFORMATION MilTax provides military-specific tax preparation software and support to help the military community navigate their taxes.

Legal aid program that offers legal counseling and/or representation for low-income individuals, typically in the areas of disability law, elder law and family law Free or low cost legal services help people who are unable to afford a lawyer get access to the court system. MORE INFORMATION Free legal representation is provided to veterans, their families, and survivors at the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Assistance includes: * Filing an Appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims * Discharge Upgrade Program * Women Veterans Legal Assistance Program * Veteran Naturalization Assistance Program * Citizenship through Service

VA provides health care for Veterans from providers in your local community outside of VA. Veterans may be eligible to receive care from a community provider when VA cannot provide the care needed. This care is provided on behalf of and paid for by VA. Community care is available to Veterans based on certain conditions and eligibility requirements, and in consideration of a Veteran's specific needs and circumstances. Community care must be first authorized by VA before a Veteran can receive care from a community provider. Types of care include: * General community care * Urgent and Emergency care * Foreign medical care * Home health and hospice care * Indian/Tribal health services * State Veterans Homes * In Vitro Fertilization * Flu shots

Information, guidance and support for family and other informal caregivers, typically through in-person meetings, over the phone or using online communications. MORE INFORMATION Provides caregiver support services that cover a variety of topics and needs, including: * Skills training, mobile support * Caregiver Support Line: (855) 260-3274 * One-on-one coaching, group support and coaching * Peer support mentoring * Self-care, telephone support * Online programs and referrals to community resources

Family caregiver training and education focuses on building caregiver skills, dealing with stress and managing the caregiver role. Learn more about family caregiver costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION A free, six-week online workshop for family caregivers of Veterans that helps to reduce caregiver stress, depression and increase overall caregiver well-being. * After completion of the course there is an opportunity for ongoing support from other others who have completed the workshop.

Offers a variety of resources, programs, services and benefits for Veterans at risk for homelessness or attempting to exit homelessness Benefits include: * Health Care * Housing Assistance * Employment Assistance * Foreclosure Assistance

Crisis lines provide immediate support to help ensure a person's safety and help them take the next steps toward resolving a problem. Crisis intervention hotlines/helplines are available through telephone, email, chat, text or other communication methods. MORE INFORMATION This toll-free, confidential resource connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring VA responders. * Veterans and their loved ones can call 988 and Press 1, send a text message to 838255 or chat online. * Take a self-check quiz. * Use their resource locator to discover the suicide prevention resources in your area, including VA medical centers and Suicide Prevention Coordinators. * Visit the Military Crisis Line if you are Active Duty, Reserve or National Guard. * For support for deaf and hard of hearing call 711 then 988.

Case managers help people to plan, access, evaluate and coordinate services from their service providers. Plans are customized to each person's own needs and preferences. Learn more about case management costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Service Manual. MORE INFORMATION Brings essential, community-based services directly to veterans and their families across Minnesota at no cost to them Services include: * Individual and family counseling * Financial counseling * Debt management * Addiction counseling * Disability services * In-home counseling Case workers are based in field offices located throughout the state, including the Twin Cities Metro area, Alexandria, Bemidji, Brainerd, Detroit Lakes, Duluth, Fergus Falls, Mankato, Moorhead, St. Cloud and Willmar.

Information, guidance and support for family and other informal caregivers, typically through in-person meetings, over the phone or using online communications. MORE INFORMATION Several support and service programs are available for the family caregivers of a veteran. The programs are available both in and out of homes. Caregiver Support services include: * Caregiver Support Line - (855) 260-3274 * Caregiver Support Coordinators * Caregiver Peer Support Mentoring program * Adult Day Health Care Centers * Home-based primary care * Skilled home care * Homemaker and Home Health Aide program * Home Telehealth program * Respite care * Home Hospice care

The Tribal Veterans Service Office (TVSO) helps Native American Veterans and their families learn about veteran benefits they may be able to receive. Culturally connected service representatives are located across the state.

Case managers help people to plan, access, evaluate and coordinate services from their service providers. Plans are customized to each person's own needs and preferences. Learn more about case management costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Service Manual. MORE INFORMATION Provides assistance to Veterans and their families to reintegrate after discharge from active military service The Post 9/11 Transition and Care Management program provides the coordination of care to help Veteran access health care needed and to assist in the transition back to life as a civilian.

A toll-free customer service line and website that offers support for Minnesota Veterans and their families. The hotline provides Minnesota Veterans and their family members with up-to-date information on all veterans benefits, both state and federal, regarding: * Assistance and families * Education * Employment * Health and disability * Homelessness and homelessness prevention * Memorial affairs * Veterans Homes * Veteran Service Bonus

Program that helps veterans understand and obtain benefits they are entitled to by law. Help can cover topics such as: * Eligibility requirements * Payment processes * Beneficiary rights * Certificate/forms assistance * Consultation and advice * Advocacy and legal assistance to make sure benefits are obtained MORE INFORMATION The VA offers a variety of services and benefits to Veterans. You may qualify for benefits for: * Employment * Survivor * Health * Education * Housing * Disabilities

Program that helps veterans understand and obtain benefits they are entitled to by law. Help can cover topics such as: * Eligibility requirements * Payment processes * Beneficiary rights * Certificate/forms assistance * Consultation and advice * Advocacy and legal assistance to make sure benefits are obtained MORE INFORMATION The VA offers a variety of services and benefits to Veterans. You may qualify for benefits for: * Employment * Survivor * Health * Education * Housing * Disabilities

Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION This agency is managed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This service assists people with located VA resources, such as: * VA Medical Centers * Outpatient Clinics * Vet Centers * Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) programs * Suicide Prevention Coordinators * VA Chaplains * Veterans Benefits Administration Offices * Substance Use Disorder programs Links to the following are also included: * Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Behavioral Health Treatment Services * National Resource Directory

Offers cash or other short term aid to people in a crisis that is affecting their access to basic needs Emergency assistance can vary based upon eligibility and available funds. MORE INFORMATION Offers direct payments for emergency assistance with: * Rental and mortgage payments

Information, guidance and support for family and other informal caregivers, typically through in-person meetings, over the phone or using online communications. MORE INFORMATION Provides caregiver support services that cover a variety of topics and needs, including: * Skills training, mobile support * Caregiver Support Line: (855) 260-3274 * One-on-one coaching * Group support * Peer support mentoring * Online programs and referrals to community resources

Provides online tools to help you find resources available to Veterans and their families, including: * Health Care Providers * Vet Centers * Regional Benefits Offices * Cemetery Locations

Chore services to help provide minor indoor and/or outdoor home repair and maintenance or handyman work to help keep homes safe. MORE INFORMATION Sicora Cares is a home repair ministry that is designed to facilitate and complete home repairs for low-income homeowners. Specifically targeting elderly, disabled, veterans, and surviving spouses of veterans. Homes will be considered based on availability of volunteers, materials, and scope of work. Types of projects includes: Exterior: * Exterior painting * Minor roof repairs * Repair or partial replacement of damaged - Interior painting or wall repair, siding, trim, or fascia * Accessible ramp/railings * Deck or porch repairs * Gutter cleaning or lite yard clean up Interior * Minor Plumbing/Electrical repairs * Decluttering or cleaning * Interior painting or wall repair * Interior/Exterior Door repairs * Stairway or handrail repairs

Offers cash or other short term aid to people in a crisis that is affecting their access to basic needs Emergency assistance can vary based upon eligibility and available funds. MORE INFORMATION Offers direct payments for emergency assistance with: * Rental and mortgage payments

Program that helps veterans understand and obtain benefits they are entitled to by law. Help can cover topics such as: * Eligibility requirements * Payment processes * Beneficiary rights * Certificate/forms assistance * Consultation and advice * Advocacy and legal assistance to make sure benefits are obtained MORE INFORMATION Helps veterans and their dependents with claims with the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The office is also liaison to advocate with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, County Veterans Service Officers and Post Service Officers. Helps with applications for: * Benefits * Entitlements * Claims * Appeals

Veterans Administration (VA) offers two broad categories of Pension benefit programs: * Veterans Pension: Tax-free monetary benefit payable to low-income wartime Veterans. * Survivors' Pension: Tax-free monetary benefit payable to a low-income, un-remarried surviving spouse and/or unmarried child(ren) of a deceased Veteran with wartime service. Veterans and survivors who are eligible for pension benefits and are housebound or require the aid and attendance of another person may be eligible to receive additional monetary amounts.