May is recognized as National Military Appreciation Month, an opportunity to honor today’s military men and women, veterans and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our freedom. Join us as we say thank you for your commitment and service to this country. Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis is committed to ensuring your finances are protected with resources and information to help fight against financial fraud and debt.
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Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Benefits and Services
The Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs advocates on behalf of Florida’s 1.5 million veterans by ensuring they receive benefits and resources earned through their service to our country. More than one-third of veterans do not receive benefits, even though they have earned them. With the help of the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, these servicemembers are connected with the information and resources needed so they can take advantage of the services and benefits they so richly deserve. We thank our veterans for their dedication and sacrifice to our country. To learn more about resources and benefits that may be available, please click here.
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On September 7, 2017, Equifax, one of the three major reporting agencies, announced that it experienced a cybersecurity breach that exposed the personal and financial data of approximately 143 million consumers.
Learn more about the data breach and how to protect yourself.
Scammers Target the Veterans Choice Program Phone Line
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) warns veterans about a fraudulent phone line that emulates the Veterans Choice Program’s (VCP) line. The fake phone number, 1-800-606-8198, is very similar to the correct phone number, 1-866-606-8198, which allows veterans to check their eligibility and ask questions about the program. The fake phone line offers callers a $100 rebate if the caller provides a credit card number. It does not state that the caller has reached the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or the VCP phone line.
If you are unsure you have reached the correct phone line, hang up and dial 1-866-606-8198. The phone line will state that you have reached the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information, view the Veterans Choice Program fact sheet.
