Florida offers an array of valuable programs and support for its veterans. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the diverse benefits available to veterans in the state.
Florida Veterans Homes
Robert Jenkins, Jr. Assisted Living/Domiciliary Home
Provides housing, personalized services, and incidental medical care for eligible veterans. Residents must have Florida residency for a year and an honorable discharge. Costs are income-based.
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Veterans Nursing Homes
The state operates six nursing homes and one assisted living facility across Florida. Admission requirements include an honorable discharge, one-year Florida residency, and VA physician certification for nursing home care.
Florida Veteran Financial Benefits
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Property Tax Exemptions
Resident veterans with at least 10% VA disability may receive a $5,000 deduction on their home's assessed value. Various exemptions are available for disabled veterans and surviving spouses based on disability and marital duration. Â
Driver's License Fee
Permanently and totally disabled veterans can obtain a free Florida driver's license.
Florida Veteran Employment Benefits
Hiring Preference for Government Jobs
Disabled veterans, wartime veterans, and spouses receive preference in hiring for government jobs in state, county, and municipal sectors.
Certification Pathway
Veterans meeting specific criteria can obtain a temporary teaching certificate or receive fee waivers for teaching certifications.
Florida Veteran Education Benefits
Tuition Waiver
Purple Heart recipients and veterans with higher combat decorations receive waived undergraduate tuition at state educational institutions. Â
Education for Children of Deceased/Disabled Veterans
Dependent children and spouses of disabled or deceased veterans receive educational opportunities at state universities.Â
Veterans Florida Agriculture Program
Offers a six-month training fellowship in the agriculture industry with hands-on experience and a $15 hourly wage.
Florida Veteran Recreation BenefitsÂ
State Park Admission
Honorably discharged veterans and active-duty members get a 25% annual pass discount for state parks. Free lifelong passes are available for service-connected disabled veterans and their survivors. Â
Hunting and Fishing License
Military residents can obtain a reduced-cost sportsman's license, while 100% disabled veterans receive a free five-year hunting and fishing license.
For comprehensive details and application processes for these programs, visit the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs website. Stay updated on evolving veteran benefits by accessing the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs website for the latest updates on these critical programs.
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