• Financial and Medical Assistance

    Under Chapter 115 of Mass. General Laws, the Commonwealth provides a program of financial and medical assistance for indigent veterans and their dependents.

  • Bonuses and Annuities

    A one-time bonus payment for service during wartime and an annuity in the amount of $2000 for certain veterans and their spouses, as well as Gold Star Parents.

  • Mission Direct Vet

    Mission Direct Vet is a jail diversion program that provides services and treatment to veterans as an alternative to incarceration.

  • Tax and Motor Vehicles

    Veterans are allowed certain tax exemptions and motor vehicle benefits such as license plates, excise tax exemptions, and vehicle registration exemptions.

  • Pension Program

    The Pension Program provides elderly veterans or eligible spouses with assistance in applying for VA Non-Service Connected Pensions and/or Chapter 115 benefits.

  • Family Benefits

    State and federal veterans' benefits are available to the dependents (spouse, children, parents) of eligible veterans.

  • Guard and Reserve

    An assortment of information, questions, and answers that may help recently called-up Guard and Reserve members and their families.

  • Federal Benefits and Services

    The federal government offers benefits, services, and programs for veterans and their families, as well as members of the Reserve Component.

  • Financial Education Resources

    Online resources to help veterans, servicemembers, and families with finances.

  • Veterans Input Form

    Veterans who have had difficulty securing benefits through the VA or who are seeking employment are encouraged to contact DVS.