The How-Tos section at AVSOPS.com is your trusted resource for practical guidance tailored to veterans, their families, and patriots seeking support, information, or assistance. Whether you’re navigating military records, educational benefits, or platform features, our step-by-step guides simplify the process and ensure you get the help you need.
Here’s what you’ll find:
- Accessing Military Records: Learn how to acquire a deceased relative’s DD-214 or other essential military documentation.
- Educational Benefits: Step-by-step instructions for exploring Chapter 35 benefits, ROTC scholarships, and the Yellow Ribbon Program, opening doors to education for veterans and their families.
- Platform Navigation: Find and connect with veterans’ service organizations, patriotic societies, and local resources effortlessly.
- Member Console Tips: Maximize your AVSOPS experience with tutorials on managing your profile, saving searches, and customizing your experience.
- Technical Support: Clear troubleshooting advice to address any challenges while using the platform.
The How-Tos section is a vital resource for simplifying complex processes, empowering you to honor legacies, explore opportunities, and stay connected to the values that unite us all.
Acquire a deceased relative’s DD214 October 17, 2024 - To acquire a deceased relative’s DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for eligibility for burial, death benefits, and military honors such as a government-provided headstone, you will need to follow these steps. The DD-214 is crucial for verifying military service and eligibility for veterans' benefits, including burial at national cemeteries, headstones or markers, and burial flags. Step-by-Step Guide to Request a Deceased Relative’s DD-214 File Determine Eligibility to Request the DD-214 The… Continue Reading
Chapter 35 rates for survivors and dependents October 17, 2024 - Chapter 35 Veteran Benefits, officially known as the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) Program, provide education and training assistance to eligible dependents of certain veterans. Below is a detailed explanation of who qualifies, what the benefits cover, and where they can be used: Who is Eligible: The benefits are specifically designed for dependents of veterans who meet one of the following criteria: Veterans who died in service or as a result of a service-connected… Continue Reading
Nationwide Gravesite Locator December 16, 2024 - Nationwide Gravesite Locator: National Cemetery Administration Nationwide Gravesite Locator (NGL) Search the Nationwide Gravesite Locator (NGL) for burial locations of Veterans and their family members in VA national cemeteries, state veterans cemeteries https://gravelocator.cem.va.gov/ngl/index.jsp#iframe-content Continue Reading