Memphis, Tennessee veteran benefits: disability compensation, property tax exemption, license waivers, and how to apply locally.
Memphis (population 633,104) is one of the larger metros in Tennessee, and several local and statewide programs serve veterans here. Most VA-administered care for Memphis is delivered through Memphis VA Medical Center. This page lists verified benefits resources filtered to Memphis, plus the broader Tennessee guide for help that is available statewide.
Veterans in crisis: dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net (24/7).
Veterans in Tennessee have access to a comprehensive array of federal and state benefits. With approximately 470,000 veterans calling Tennessee home, the state has developed programs that complement federal VA benefits with state-specific advantages.
This guide covers every major benefit available to Tennessee veterans, from VA disability compensation and pension to state tax exemptions, property tax benefits, and programs administered by the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Memphis area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
VA Regional Office and benefit-counselor lookup for veterans in Memphis, TN. Confirm in-person hours, schedule a claims appointment, or find your nearest VBA benefits office.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Memphis area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
American Legion Department of TN accredited service officer support for Memphis-area veterans. Service officers help draft VA claims, gather evidence, and represent veterans through the appeals process at no cost.
Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Memphis area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.
These Tennessee programs are not based in Memphis but accept residents.
American Legion Department of TN accredited service officer support for Nashville-area veterans. Service officers help draft VA claims, gather evidence, and represent veterans through the appeals process at no cost.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Murfreesboro area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Knoxville area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.
Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Clarksville area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.
American Legion Department of TN accredited service officer support for Chattanooga-area veterans. Service officers help draft VA claims, gather evidence, and represent veterans through the appeals process at no cost.
American Legion Department of TN accredited service officer support for Murfreesboro-area veterans. Service officers help draft VA claims, gather evidence, and represent veterans through the appeals process at no cost.
Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Nashville area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.
VA Regional Office and benefit-counselor lookup for veterans in Murfreesboro, TN. Confirm in-person hours, schedule a claims appointment, or find your nearest VBA benefits office.
