This Act was signed into law on October 17, 2020, designates 9-8-8 as 3 the digit number to be used as the National Suicide Hotline number by 2022. Specifically, it requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to designate 9-8-8
Veterans who are eligible for reimbursement of mileage and other travel expenses to and from approved health care appointments can now enter claims in the new Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System.
New laws allow VA to pay education benefits as if the student were training in-residence regardless of the fact that a program has been converted from resident training to online training.
Veterans wishing to update their direct deposit information with VA will need to either change their information using the VA website or by contacting the VA National Call Center.
The PCAFC will expand to enhance the health and well-being of thousands of Veterans by supporting the caregivers who care for them.
COVID-19 has caused financial hardship for some Veterans. In April 2020, VA suspended sending patient statements regarding copayments. VA will send patient statements again, beginning in January 2021.
VetsFirst advocated for landmark suicide prevention and mental health bill to be signed into law by President any day now.
VA has partnered with specialized contract examiners to resume in-person Compensation & Pension exams related to disability benefits.
Individuals who receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Railroad Retirement, or certain Veterans benefits – but didn’t receive the $500 payment per child earlier this year – can still file for the $500 payment.
Free flu vaccine will be available for all Veterans registered with the Coatesville VAMC and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to stay healthy.