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NYC DVS

NYC Department of Veterans' Services (VetConnectNYC)

Agency: NYC Department of Veterans' Services

Free referral

In short

Free navigation to housing, benefits claims (via accredited counselors), jobs, legal help for veterans and families. Veterans, service members, families in NYC.

What you get
Free navigation to housing, benefits claims (via accredited counselors), jobs, legal help for veterans and families.
Who qualifies
Veterans, service members, families in NYC.
Income limit (2026)
none
Papers to gather
DD-214 if available.
Renewal
N/A

Official page: nyc.gov