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GDVS Coronavirus (COVID-19) Operations Update

All GDVS offices, including our field offices, nursing homes, and cemeteries, will suspend in person meetings until further notice. Offices remain open for business, but veterans must call or email their local office for assistance.

Educational Benefits

HERO Scholarship

The Georgia HERO Scholarship program provides educational scholarship assistance to members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reservists who served in combat zones, and the children and the spouses of such members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reserves.

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Veterans may be eligible for educational benefits as part of numerous GI Bill programs.

These programs can provide for tuition and fees, housing allowances, and books and supplies among other benefits.

Georgia veterans are advised to consider applying for Chapter 1607 or Chapter 33 benefits when considering continuing their education or training.

For assistance in applying for any of these benefits, contact a GDVS office.

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