For Veterans with service-connected disabilities so severe that they cannot immediately consider work, VR&E offers services to improve their ability to live as independently as possible.
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Eligibility
To be eligible to receive an evaluation for vocational rehabilitation services, a Veteran must:
- Have received, or eventually receive, an honorable or other than dishonorable discharge
- Have a VA service-connected disability rating of 10% or more
- Apply for VR&E benefits
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The Law
The law generally provides for a 12-year basic period of eligibility in which services may be used. The 12-year period begins on the latter of these dates:
- Date of separation from active military duty or
- Date the Veteran was first notified of a service-connected disability rating
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How to apply
Find out how to apply for Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E), Chapter 31 Self Employment Program
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Enroll
To enroll begin by letting your VR&E case manager know you are interested in the VA Accelerator Program. Contact your VR&E Case Manager at
800-827-1000