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VALife is a guaranteed acceptance whole life insurance product that launched on Jan. 1, for Veterans age 80 or under with any level of service-connected disability (0-100%).
Local Events and Happenings
Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA)
Visitors seeking assistance from the Regional Office Public Contact Team are encouraged to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment on the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA).
Please go to VERA - Home (force.com) to schedule an appointment. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.
The Regional Office has Reopened
Updated August 29, 2022
The Columbia Regional Office has reopened to the public. The Regional Office will be adhering to CDC Guidelines in that all visitors, employees, and contractors are required to wear mask, depending on published CDC Community Levels. Additionally, social distancing is encouraged (6 feet apart). Other agencies that are housed at the Regional Office may continue to require appointments and should be contacted to obtain that information.
| Veteran Readiness & Employment | 803-647-2400 | Fiduciary Hub Call Center | 888-407-0144 Option 1 |
| AMVETS | 803-647-2421 | Disabled American Veterans | 803-647-2422 |
| American Legion/SCDVA | 803-647-2434 | Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) | 803-647-2443 |
| Paralyzed Veterans (PVA) | 803-647-2432 |
Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP)
On March 11, 2021, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched VRRAP for Veterans who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Veterans participating in VRRAP can receive education and training for high-demand occupations, which is determined by the Commissioner of Labor Statistics. Veterans will receive up to 12 months of tuition and fees and a monthly housing allowance based on Post-9/11 GI Bill rates. To learn more about VRRAP and how to apply for the program, Veterans can visit www.va.gov. Veterans can also contact the Education Call Center at 888-442-4551 between 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. EST, Monday-Friday to speak with a VA education representative.
CONTACTING US OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS
Outside of regular hours you may also apply for benefits online through va.gov, emailing the VA or calling the VA National Call Center at 1-800-827-1000.
Inside Veterans Benefits
Our Response to COVID-19
We appreciate your patience as we continue to work with you during this time of crisis.
Are you an Alaska Native Vietnam-era Veteran?
You may be entitled to a Native allotment selection, if you are an Alaska Native Vietnam Veteran who served between 1964 and 1971, AND have not received a Native allotment, OR are an heir to someone who meets the above criteria. For more information, visit the Bureau of Land Management web site or read their flyer.
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