Mass Vets Advisor

VetChange is a free online self-management program for active duty military & Veterans who are concerned about their alcohol intake following military deployment. It can help you better manage your drinking & PTSD symptoms by: - Deciding if it's time to change your drinking; - Setting personal goals - Tracking your progress & stay motivated with feedback - Education - Coping skillsz. To learn more visit the link above. Connect with VetChange by emailing: info@vetchange.org

The VBOC of New England provides information on small business ownership to service members & military spouses by facilitating & instructing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Boots to Business, “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course. The VBOC New England provides: - counseling; - training; - technical & financial skill development; - comprehensive business assessments; & - mentoring. Visit the link above to learn more, or email info.vboc@cweonline.org.

The Veteran Entrepreneur Portal (VEP) is designed to save veterans time with direct access to the resources necessary to guide every step of entrepreneurship. VEP makes it easier for small businesses to access federal services, regardless of its source—& quickly connects Veteran entrepreneurs to relevant ‘best-practices’ & information. To learn more about these great resources for veteran business owners please visit the link to the VEP landing page above.

National Center for VIP is a veteran entrepreneurship program that specifically addresses federal procurement. VIP offers a platform with three (3) training programs to assist our veterans. VIP GROW is their core curriculum which assists companies in developing strategies to expand & operate within the federal marketplace. VIP START program is for companies wanting to enter the federal market & become procurement ready. Visit the link above to learn more.

Veterans can receive Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) services to help with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, & job seeking skills coaching. Find out more about the VR&E program & apply by visiting the link above.

Massachusetts residents who are veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces can choose to have the word "Veteran" printed on their driver's license or ID card when you apply for, renew or duplicate your learner's permit, driver's license, or ID card. Veterans and military personnel can also apply for special license plates that demonstrate their service.

Find GI Bill approved schools in Massachusetts. You can use your GI Bill benefits at some—but not all—schools. Use the resources listed here to search for GI Bill approved schools and find contact information for the School Certifying Official (SCO).

The Veterans & Families Transportation Call Center provides transportation service to all Berkshire County veterans & their families. Some destinations include: - VA Medical Centers (Leeds, MA & Albany, NY) - Pittsfield Outpatient Clinic - Medical Appointments - Work - Education - Shopping Registration is required to utilize the service, with trips able to be scheduled online & over the phone. To learn more visit the link above or call: (413) 418-4300

AARP offers an online Veteran & Military Resource Center that provide numerous resources, information, & helpful articles to those who served & their families. The site provides resources from career assistance, financial resources, medical options, & more. To learn more please visit the link above.

VALife provides guaranteed acceptance whole life coverage up to $40,000 to Veterans with service-connected disabilities. Lesser amounts are available in increments of $10,000. Under this plan, the elected coverage takes effect 2 years after enrollment as long as premiums are paid during the 2-year period. All Veterans aged 80 & under, who have a VA disability rating of 0 to 100 percent are eligible for the VALife program & have no time limit to apply. To learn more & apply visit the link above.