Who is an OIF veteran?

OEF/OIF is an acronym that refers to the U.S.-led conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Specifically, OEF means “Operation Enduring Freedom” (the war in Afghanistan), while OIF stands for “Operation Iraqi Freedom,” or the Iraq War.

What benefits am I entitled to as a veteran?

As a veteran you may be eligible for: VA Disability Compensation. VA Medical Benefits. VA Home Loan.

How many OEF OIF veterans are there?

Over 1.1 million active-component members are stationed in the United States.

What does OEF OIF ond stand for?

Operation Iraqi Freedom
VA published the following reports on Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Operation New Dawn (OND) Veterans four times a year.

What is a VA presumptive condition?

What is “Presumptive” Service Connection? VA presumes that certain disabilities were caused by military service. This is because of the unique circumstances of a specific Veteran’s military service. If a presumed condition is diagnosed in a Veteran within a certain group, they can be awarded disability compensation.

What percentage of veterans use VA benefits?

Findings. Approximately 62 percent (1,218,857) of all separated OEF/OIF/OND Veterans have used VA health care since October 1, 2001. Between July 1, 2014 and June 30, 2015, a total of 738,212 of these Veterans accessed VA health care.

What is OEF in military?

Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF; October, 2001 – December, 2014) OEF is the official name used for the War in Afghanistan, together with three smaller military actions, under the umbrella of the Global War on Terror. However, the phrase is typically used to refer just to the war in Afghanistan.

Who are the VA customers?

VA serves a population of 26 million veterans and their spouses, survivors, and dependents. Nearly three-quarters of living veterans served during a war or period of conflict. Vietnam veterans account for the largest group of all veterans. World War II veterans make up the next largest group.