Veterans Benefits in North Dakota
Posted in Uncategorized on July 12, 2017
Tags: state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
As a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, or a spouse or family member, you are entitled to a long list of benefits and services. For the more than 46,000 veterans that call North Dakota home, these benefits and services can help make life healthier, more affordable, and more enjoyable. If you are just beginning Read More »
Veteran Benefits in Missouri
Posted in Uncategorized on July 11, 2017
Tags: state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
More than 490,000 veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces call the state of Missouri home. Their service and sacrifices have earned them a long list of benefits to make life healthier, happier, and more affordable, but knowing how and where to access these benefits is key. A great place to start is by contacting one Read More »
Veteran Benefits and Resources in New York
Posted in Uncategorized on July 5, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
For the more than 863,000 veterans living in New York State and their families, their service in the U.S. military has earned them a long list of benefits and services, from financial to educational and recreational, and offering helpful benefits into their senior years. It can be daunting knowing how to initially access these benefits, Read More »
Veteran Benefits in Indiana
Posted in Uncategorized on June 29, 2017
Tags: state guide, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
Veterans living in the Hoosier State have earned a long list of services and benefits for themselves and their families through their honorable service to the nation. Knowing how to find and activate these benefits can be a challenge, but the Indiana Department of Veterans’ Affairs is an excellent place to start. This department serves Read More »
Veteran Benefits in North Carolina
Posted in Uncategorized on June 28, 2017
Tags: state guide, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
Veterans living in or moving to the Tar Heel State are eligible for numerous state, local, and national benefits and services, as a result of their honorable service to the nation. As a starting point, the state’s Department of Military and Veteran Affairs maintains a comprehensive website and program called NC4VETS, dedicated to making North Read More »
TRICARE vs. CHAMPVA
Posted in Uncategorized on June 26, 2017
Tags: military, VA programs, veterans benefits
The United States Armed Forces prides itself on having the world’s most elite Military Health System (MHS), both on and off the battlefield. As such, they know that this means more than just combat medicine, but ensuring that active duty members, veterans, and their dependents can receive high-quality medical care, at affordable rates, anywhere in Read More »
Veteran Benefits in New Mexico
Posted in Uncategorized on June 20, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
More than 170,000 veterans call the Land of Enchantment Home, and the state offers numerous benefits to veterans and their families as a sign of gratitude for their service to the nation. If you’re just getting started learning about your state and national benefits, or need assistance filing or following up on a claim, the Read More »
VA Disability Compensation vs. Pension
Posted in Uncategorized on June 14, 2017
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
For disabled U.S. veterans facing unemployment due to their injuries, or needing assistance with the costs of daily living, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers two monthly, tax-free benefits that can help lift the financial burden. Compensation and pension are two helpful, but very different, ways a disabled veteran and his or Read More »
Veterans Benefits by State
Posted in Uncategorized on June 13, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
While the federal veterans benefits are more widely known, the local benefits can vary greatly depending on the state. Some state benefits may include support groups, local VA facilities, discounts, and education benefits. As far as the quality and quantity of the benefits they provide, some states are ranked more highly for state veterans benefits while others Read More »
How to Qualify for SSDI Benefits While On VA Disability
Posted in Uncategorized on June 13, 2017
Tags: military, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans benefits
As of 2014, almost 4 million veterans in the United States have a service-connected disability. Of these, over a million have a disability rating of 70% or higher, leaving them unable to provide for themselves through regular work. Unfortunately, some veterans assume that receiving VA disability disqualifies them from other disability benefits. Thankfully, this is Read More »