Note from Los Angeles VA Regional Office Assistant Director, Jamie Cannon
Breaking the back of the backlog: The Department of Veterans Affairs reduced its backlog of Veterans waiting for VA disability compensation and pension benefit claims to 70,000 for the first time since February 2020. A VA claim for compensation or pension is considered backlogged once it has been pending in the claims inventory for more than 125 days. In 2013, 70% of claims were older than 125 days — the most ever — compared to just 11.6% today. The VA processed more than 3 million disability compensation and pension claims last year, an all-time high that shattered the previous record set in FY 2024. “This is what putting Veterans first looks like,” said VA Secretary Doug Collins. “We are incredibly proud of these historic numbers, which mean faster decisions, better service and more benefits for the men and women who have worn the uniform.”
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Veterans Be Aware
Postcards are being mailed out promoting a so-called “Veterans Saving Program,” claiming that recipients may qualify for additional benefits. These benefits include an additional $185 monthly payment and dental, among others. Please be aware that this program does not exist. Unfortunately, we have received reports of Veterans from several states receiving these misleading postcards
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Disaster Assistance and Resources for Veterans
In the wake of natural disasters like tornados and flooding and earthquakes and fires and hurricanes, it’s important for Veterans and their families to know that VA is here to help. Here are some of the resources available to you.
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VET TEC 2.0 is Here
Looking to expand your skills and explore new career opportunities? VET TEC 2.0 is a new VA benefit that provides eligible Veterans with short-term training in high-demand technology fields.
Check your VET TEC 2.0 eligibility and apply today.
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Celebrate Freedom 250
Celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday by visiting the VA Freedom 250 Virtual Exhibit. The exhibit ranges across American history, from an 1864 photo collage of the last living Veterans of the Revolution to some of the medical innovations pioneered by VA researchers in recent decades.
Click on the link below to learn more about the nation’s enduring relationship with its Veterans. Learn more
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Veteran Outreach Events
VA benefits can help Veterans and their families buy homes, earn degrees, start careers, stay healthy, and more. Join an event for conversation and information. Click here to view additional events.
Women Veterans' Social at the Peer Center
Date: Mondays (recurring)
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. PT
Where: 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90073 (B306 near canteen)
Directions: Get directions on Google Maps
Veterans Connect: Career and Benefits Expo!
Date: July 22, 2026
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm (PDT)
Where: Virtual - Register via QR code below
Join the Los Angeles Regional Office Team
Are you passionate about serving a unique population and helping Veterans around the globe to receive VA benefits and services?
The Los Angeles VA Regional Office is currently recruiting to fill: No current openings
Job Benefits:
- Flexible Work Hours
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Leave
- Health Insurance Coverage
- Group Term Life Insurance
- and more!
To learn more about these positions, to include duties, qualifications, conditions of employment, and how to apply, visit the above hyperlinks.
Los Angeles Regional Office Operating Status
The Los Angeles Regional Office is located on the second floor of the Federal Building at 11000 Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood, directly across from the Los Angeles National Cemetery. Parking is available onsite and can be accessed via both Veteran Avenue and Sepulveda Boulevard. We are open to the public Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Additional information is available on our website at Los Angeles VA Regional Benefit Office | Veterans Affairs.
Visitors are encouraged to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment using the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA). VERA is a self-service portal which allows visitors to schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments. Please follow this link to schedule the appointment. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.
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Los Angeles Regional Office Claims Clinics
The Los Angeles Regional Office (LARO) offers various ways to speak with a representative. In addition to virtual & in person appointments and walk in service, we host a virtual claims clinic via Microsoft Teams on the 2nd Friday of every month from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. PT.
The LARO claims clinic is designed to give basic information about the claims process and how to file claims. Veterans, family members, and their representatives have the opportunity to ask general questions about benefits. We explain how to make an appointment with us virtually or in person to address any specific issues you would like to discuss or to assist you with filing a claim.
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VA Welcome Kit
Whether you’re just getting out of the service or you’ve been a civilian for years now, the VA Welcome Kit can help guide you to the benefits and services you’ve earned
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VA Resource Navigator
The VA Resource Navigator helps Veterans easily find and use VA resources. It provides web links, phone numbers, QR codes and other useful information about VA. Veterans can also find answers to frequently asked questions about key VA benefits and services.
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VA Federal Benefits Booklet
Have you applied for VA care, benefits and services? Unsure what else you may be eligible for? Don’t miss out on what you’ve earned—check out this handy reference guide to learn more. The VA Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers handbook contains a comprehensive listing of VA programs, including phone numbers and websites for easy reference.
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