A: Find out if you are eligible to enroll in VA health care: Apply at www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/. Call VA toll-free at 877-222-8387, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Download the mailable VA Form 10-10EZ from www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/10-10EZ-fillable.pdf.  Call our enrollment coordinator at 412-360-6993. When you apply for VA health care, we’ll assign you to 1 of 8 priority groups. This system helps to make sure that Veterans who need care right away can get signed up quickly. It also helps to make sure we can provide high quality care to all Veterans enrolled in the VA health care program. To learn more, visit https://www.va.gov/health-care/

A: VBA has a program for Veterans with a service-connected condition that is impacting you ability to access the community and interact with others. The Independent Living Program can help with support, home adaptation, or other support resources. You can apply on VA Form 28-1900.

A: While it’s true there are many organizations offering many benefits for veterans, it can be difficult to navigate. We recommend reaching out to the organizations and communities that presented today.

• PAServes
• Veterans Leadership Program
• Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard
• VA Pittsburgh Healthcare
• Veterans Benefits Administration
• Vet Center
• Allegheny County Veterans Affairs
• City of Pittsburgh Office of Equity – Critical Communities