Our mission is to make government benefits easy for everyone to understand. We offer detailed guides, application tips, eligibility information, and personalized tools to help individuals navigate the challenges of programs like VA disability, SNAP, SSDI, and Section 8 housing.

Whether you recently retired or are leaving the federal workforce for other reasons, we provide key details to help you manage your benefits during your transition.

Use the benefit finder tool or search by category to learn which benefits you and your family may be eligible for. Understand how to apply for what you qualify for.

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

Today, you can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online. With a personal my Social Security account, you can check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit verification letter, and more – from anywhere and from any of your devices!

Check eligibility for Social Security benefits Answer a few questions to see what benefits you may be eligible for. Then, we’ll tell you how to submit your application.

Social Security benefits and how to apply Social Security provides a source of income when you retire or if you cannot work due to a disability. Learn about the types of Social Security benefits, how to apply, and how to get help with these benefits.