NEWS

The Defense Department's Retiree-At-Cost Hearing Aid Program (RACHAP) assists military retirees in purchasing hearing aids at government-negotiated prices through select military medical facilities. This program offers the same hearing aids available to active-duty service members and is open to retirees experiencing hearing loss or tinnitus. Dependents of military retirees are not eligible. Retirees can access any participating military treatment facility, regardless of their service affiliation. Additionally, the Department of Veterans Affairs provides RACHAP services to retirees within a 75-mile radius of the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, Illinois. The cost for two hearing aids typically totals less than $2,000, though exact prices may vary. Not all military medical facilities offer this program, and availability can change; therefore, contacting the nearest audiology clinic before traveling is recommended.
 



Military.com

Stay up to date with current military news. Military.com breaks down the news by service branch and highlights each branch on the main News homepage. You can also obtain other military-related information, including news, veteran benefits, jobs, military life, Discounts, and Join the Military tabs. You can select any of the headings, and you will have a plethora of news or information at your fingertips.


Grassroots Efforts

The VFW Action Corps is our national grassroots advocacy network comprised of more than 300,000 VFW members and patriotic support of veterans. This group stays up-to-date on the issues facing our veteran on the issues, our military, and their families, standing ready to email, write, call, and visit our nation's lawmakers to make their voices heard. The VFW Action Corps is free and open to all patriotic Americans who care about the military and veteran communities.


Member Benefits: Post Resources


Newsworthy Latest Releases

Keep up on VFW news and initiatives.


VFW Our 2024 Priority Goals

National Legislative Service establishes the VFW's legislative priorities and advocates on veterans' behalf. By testifying at congressional committee hearings and interacting with congressional members, the VFW has played an instrumental role in nearly every piece of veterans' legislation passed since the beginning of the 20th century. We do everything on Capitol Hill with the VFW’s Priority Goals and veterans' well-being in mind. With the strength of the more than 1.4 million VFW members and its Auxiliary members, our voice on Capitol Hill cannot be ignored!


VFW Foundation Grants

The VFW Foundation is proud to offer funding through various grant programs available throughout the year designed to help VFW Posts and their Auxiliaries provide the vital support local communities, America's heroes and their families all deserve.


VA Health Care Watch

Take advantage of VA health care, even beyond the borders of the United States, and stay up-to-date on new benefits expansions and how they relate to your service and care.


VFW Action Alert: Pass H.R. 8371

Caregivers also need the resources required to properly care for our selfless men and women


PACT Act and Toxic Exposure Information

With the passing of the PACT Act, you may have many questions as a veteran. As we wait for the VA to interpret the new law and how it will impact veterans, the information below has been gathered to help you navigate the path forward.


VFW District 15 Scholarship and Community Awards

District 15 Announces Scholarship and Community Awards.


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VFW Leaders Kick Off New Year With Troop Visits Abroad


Sport Clips Haircuts Donates $1.33M to VFW for Help A Hero, the Largest Veteran Scholarship Program of its Kind


VFW Celebrates Long Overdue Victory as Dole Act Signed into Law


VFW Urges Vigilance in the Wake of New Years Day Terror Attack


VFW Foundation Warmly Welcomes New Executive Director


VFW Remembers President Jimmy Carter


Seasons Greetings from the VFW


VFW Wishes America's Guardians a Happy 5th Birthday


VFW Reflects on the 13th Anniversary of the End of Iraq War


VFW Remembers Pearl Harbor


VFW and Columbia University Announce Military Transition Collaboration


A Thanksgiving Message from the VFW


VFW Action Alert: Pass the Dole Act Now


Message from the VFW National Commander on General Election Results


VFW Reminds Americans that Freedom Isn't Free


Happy Birthday, Marines!


VFW Announces National Initiative with the Grunt Style Foundation to Address Veterans' Mental Health Needs


VFW Honors National Native American Heritage Month


VFW Action Alert: Keep TAP Promotion Act in Defense Bill


VFW, SVA Announce 2024/2025 Legislative Fellowship Selectees


VFW Celebrates the Navy's 249th Birthday


VFW Thanks Members Still Serving in the Wake of Disaster


Sport Clips Haircuts Launches Annual 'Help A Hero' Campaign to Raise $1.5 Million for Veteran Scholarships through Nov. 16


VFW Teams Up with Vetrepreneur to Aid Vets in Business Ownership


VFW Day: Celebrate the Legacy


VFW Applauds Congress Passing Emergency Appropriations for VA


Until They All Return Home


VFW Wishes the US Air Force a Happy 77th Birthday


VFW Honors National Hispanic Heritage Month


Always Remember


VFW Readies for Annual September Legislative Conference


VFW Remembers the End of the Afghanistan War


VFW Admonishes Former President for Medal of Honor Remarks


VFW Awards Nearly $750,000 in Scholarships to Student Veterans


Applications Open for 2024-2025 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship


VFW Takes Exception With Service Record Embellishment


VFW Pleased to See Veterans Return to the General Election


Farewell Message from Immediate Past Chief Duane Sarmiento


VFW Elects Al Lipphardt as New National Commander


VFW Outraged Over American Flag and Monument Desecrations in Washington, DC


VFW Bestows Esteemed John A. Biedrzycki Award


Humana and VFW Continue Collaborative Effort to Address Health-Related Social Needs for Veterans


VFW Action Alert: Support the Sen. Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Act


VFW Commemorates the Korean Armistice Agreement


VFW at the Starting Gate for the 125th National Convention


VFW Action Alert: Vote Yes to Include the Major Richard Star Act in the NDAA


VFW National Commander Denounces Political Violence


VFW Celebrates the 248th Birthday of America


Happy Birthday Army ... and to the Flag You Carry


New Study Links Cancers to Camp Lejeune Water Contamination