NYS DVS Benefits Advising and Vet Center Referrals
Free benefits advising, claims assistance, and referrals to federal Vet Center counseling at New York Division of Veterans' Services offices statewide.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — New York
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- New York
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is NYS DVS Benefits Advising and Vet Center Referrals?
NYS DVS Benefits Advising and Vet Center Referrals is a New York healthcare benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors, dependents. Free benefits advising, claims assistance, and referrals to federal Vet Center counseling at New York Division of Veterans' Services offices statewide.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- New York residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Any veteran may access services through the New York State DVS regardless of discharge status or disability rating. Services are also available to family members and survivors.
What NYS DVS Benefits Advising and Vet Center Referrals covers
Covers
Benefits claims assistance, crisis management, discharge upgrade help, incarcerated-veterans programs, mental health and PTSD resources, employment, housing, education referrals, and referrals to federal Vet Centers for mental health/readjustment counseling and substance abuse treatment. DVS operates 112 Veterans Services Offices statewide organized by county.
Important to know
Federal Vet Centers (counseling for combat veterans + family) are operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, NOT the State of New York. The New York State Division of Veterans' Services (DVS) provides benefits advising and connects veterans to Vet Center counseling — the two are separate.
How to apply for NYS DVS Benefits Advising and Vet Center Referrals
How to access
Schedule an appointment with the New York State DVS at 1-888-838-7697 or use the searchable office directory at veterans.ny.gov to find a Veterans Benefits Advisor near you. Veterans Crisis Line: dial 988 then press 1.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: veterans.ny.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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