VA’s Choice Program Allows Veterans to See Private Doctors
The Choice program will continue to allow veterans to see private doctors if they are experiencing long wait-times in getting their health care needs addressed at the VA.
Forever GI Bill – Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act
The President signed into law the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act also known as the “Forever GI Bill,” which will bring significant changes to Veterans education benefits.
VetsFirst Fighting For Improved Access to Healthcare and Critical Benefits
Veterans health and welfare issues have been at the top of our agenda the last several months. We have successfully pushed for needed reforms on behalf of our community.
Mental Health Care for Other-Than-Honorable Discharges
VA secretary formalizes expansion of emergency mental health care to former service members with other-than-honorable discharges.
VA Offers Pre-Determination of Burial Eligibility
Find out if you are eligible for burial in a VA national cemetery. The VA has created the "Pre-Need Eligibility Determination Program to help you.
VA Lowers Most Medication Copayments
There's good news for many Veterans receiving prescriptions from VA. As of February 27, 2017, the regulations for copayments will change.
VetsFirst Takes Pride in Supporting Veterans and Their Family Members
Christine Golden assisting veteran at Bronx VA Dealing with the VA and making sure you get the benefits and services you need can be tricky, luckily you have a friend at VetsFirst. Lynn Kelly had been married
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Impact All Generations of Veterans
Tinnitus and hearing loss affect veterans of all categories and might not get the attention that it deserves.
No Signature Required for VA Healthcare
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today it has eliminated paper signature requirements for Veterans wishing to enroll in VA health care. Effective immediately, VA has amended its enrollment regulations to allow Veterans to complete enrollment applications for
Advocating For VA Benefits On The Hill
Advocating for VA Benefits keeps VetsFirst engaged with the Executive and Legislative branches of the government throughout the year.