Eligibility For Benefits As A Former Prisoner Of War
Over 500,000 Americans since the American Revolution have been captured and interned as a prisoner of war (POW). If you are a former POW, you may wonder what benefits you are eligible for from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Former POWs may qualify for basic Veteran benefits, including pension, education resources, home loans, and burial […]
Physical And Mental Conditions That Qualify For Veteran Disability Benefits
The U.S government offers monthly VA disability benefits to veterans who got injured or sick during military service. Veterans that experience worsened pre-existing conditions due to their service are also eligible for compensation. However, most veterans aren’t sure about which mental and physical injuries or illnesses qualify for veteran benefits. Although other benefits require a […]
Can You Get VA Disability Benefits If You Found Out About Your Condition After Serving?
Yes, you can. Here’s what you need to know: You can apply for VA disability benefits at any time To start, it’s important to understand that as a former active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training member of the armed forces, you can apply for VA disability benefits at any time. There is no […]
How Disability Ratings Impact VA Benefits
When a veteran applies for disability benefits, so much is beyond their control. They complete the required paperwork, then sit and wait. Decision-makers at the VA –people they’ve never even met– will decide whether they are entitled to compensation. One thing a veteran can control, though, is their relationship with the doctor who diagnoses and […]
I Was Seriously Injured During My Military Service; Am I Eligible For Disability Benefits?
You are more likely to receive a veteran’s disability compensation if you are a military officer suffering or suffered a service-related injury/illness. The benefits are provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and they include health care and financial support. The eligibility requirements You are qualified to receive compensation if you have a condition […]
Veterans And Mental Health Benefits
According to the Veteran Association (VA), around 9% of the adult population in Indiana are veterans. The number is quite a significant part of the population. Due to their experiences in war, some veterans have been afflicted with mental health issues or substance abuse. According to Mental First Aid, approximately 730,000 veterans deployed in the Middle East […]
VA Expands Benefits To Family Members Who Provide Veteran Care
The VA has expanded its Mission Act to provide more services to family caregivers. Starting in October 2020, the administration began accepting applications for its Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) from the caregivers of veterans who were seriously injured in the line of duty on or before May 7, 1975. In 2022, the program […]