Veteran Service Officers (VSOs) are representatives who assist veterans with their claims, and their services are completely free.
Unaccredited “claim sharks” charge thousands for help that accredited reps provide free or fee-capped
WWP
FREE
National
Wounded Warrior Project (WWP)
WWP offers a VA-accredited veterans service organization where their National Service Officers, who are also accredited, assist with filing and managing VA disability claims and appeals without any cost. WWP’s Benefits Service is usually only available to registered Post 9/11 veterans.
VA-recognized VSO (not chartered)
Listed for awareness, not endorsement. Always verify current accreditation at the official VA source before authorizing anyone to represent you.
Free. WWP never charge veterans for claims help.
PVA
FREE
National w/ local chapters
Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA)
Congressionally chartered Veterans Service Organization offering free, VA-accredited assistance with disability claims, appeals, and benefits. No cost to the veteran. Particular expertise serving veterans with spinal cord injury or disease.
Federally chartered VSO
Listed for awareness, not endorsement. Always verify current accreditation at the official VA source before authorizing anyone to represent you.
Free. VSOs never charge veterans for claims help.