Recently Discharged From The Military? What's Next?

4 Steps To Be On Your Way To Receiving Everything You've Earned

1. Secure your discharge certificate (DD Form 214) Click here

   to contact the National Archives to obtain a copy of your discharge




2. Enroll in VA health care within your first 12 months from separation.
   Steps include:
   
   -Visiting the closest VA facility & Veteran Service Center
   -Fill out the form (10 10 EZ)




3. Visit your nearest New York State Veterans Counselor or County Veteran Service Agency.* Before visiting, gather as much information as possible, including, but not limited to:
   
   - DD 214
   - Medical Records
   - Bank Account Information
   - Dependent Information




*To locate veterans counselor visit
www.veterans.ny.gov/counselor_location.html
or Call 1-888-838-7697




4. If you need help obtaining your DD Form 214, call us at 1-888-838-7697. We can help you create your "veterans' portfolio" of essential documents for safekeeping.