Self-Help Manual: Applying for VA Benefits After a Discharge Upgrade

The manual is designed to be a step-by-step guide to inform and assist veterans in accessing the benefits that they may be eligible to receive once they have obtained a discharge upgrade. The first section of the manual is an overview that lists the categories of veterans benefits available from the VA and the discharge characterization required to qualify. The second section discusses each of these programs in detail and explains how to apply. The third section provides guidance on the appeals process if the VA denies the application. Finally, the last section identifies several resources for veterans applying for VA benefits and/or challenging denials