This program is available to any student receiving VA education benefits by attending school three-quarters of a time or more. An individual working under this program may work at the school veterans’ office, VA regional office, VA medical facilities, or at approved state employment offices. Work-study students are paid at either the state or federal minimum wage, whichever is greater.  For more information visit: https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/how-to-use-benefits/work-study/

Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) is the VA program that assists veterans with service connected disabilities to obtain employment or enhance their ability to function independently at home and in the community. Vocational and educational guidance is available to assist service-members, veterans, and certain dependents of veterans in their career goals.  For more information visit:  https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/

The VA provides educational and training benefits to eligible dependents of veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition or who died while on active duty or due to a service-related condition. The program offers up to 45 months of educational benefits. These benefits may be used for degree and certificate programs and registered apprenticeships. If you are a spouse, you may take a correspondence course. remedial, deficiency, and refresher courses may be approved under certain circumstances. For more information visit: https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-benefits/

TTT supports Service members and veterans as they prepare for and transition to employment as K-12 teachers. While DoD is reviewing requirements for the program and determining funding levels, program support is available in select states with a Troops to Teachers program. State Troops to Teachers programs serve as advocates and guides for participants throughout the teacher certification process. For more information visit: http://www.proudtoserveagain.com/

If you are a recently discharged veteran (within 120 days of discharge) or a disabled veteran receiving VA disability benefits, and are interested in a career with the U.S. Postal Service you can call (800) 275-8777 for employment information or you can visit their website at: www.usps.com/employment 

The e-Vets Resource Advisor assists veterans preparing to enter the civilian job market. The website provides information on a broad range of topics, including job search tools and tips, employment openings, career assessment, education and training, benefits, and special services all available to veterans. For more information visit: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/evets.htm

The following links can assist you in your employment and benefits search:

https://www.va.gov/new-home-page/

http://www.floridavets.org/ 

http://www.dol.gov/vets/ 

http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ 

https://thelongwalkhome.org

Important Phone Numbers for Vets:

VA Benefits: 1-800-827-1000

Education Benefits: 1-888-442-4551

Telecommunication Device for the Deaf(TDD): 1-800-829-4833

Gulf War Helpline: 1-800-749-8387

Local Veteran Service Offices:

Pasco County

Main Office – Phone 727-834-3282 

Address 8620 Galen Wilson Blvd 

Port Richey, FL 34668 

Hours 8 - 4 M - F (All Offices)

Central Office – Phone 813-929-2719 

Address 4111 Land O' Lakes Blvd Suite 102 

Land O' Lakes, FL 34639 

East Office – Phone 352-521-5172 

Address 37255 Florida Ave 

Dade City, FL 33525-4064

Hernando County

Phone (352) 754-4033

Address 621 W. Jefferson St. 

Brooksville FL 34601 

Monday – Friday 8 AM - 5 PM By Appointment Only Closed noon to 1 PM for lunch