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VetsFirst 24/7 Resources and Counseling Services to Support Veterans

Monica Quinn2018-11-08T14:51:53-05:00November 8th, 2018|Updates|

In recognition of Veterans Day, United Spinal Association would like to thank the men and women who have bravely defended our freedom.

Is the TRICARE Retiree Dental Program ending?

Monica Quinn2018-10-31T09:57:30-05:00October 31st, 2018|Updates, VetsFirst Q&A|

The program is ending Dec. 31, 2018. Anyone with TRDP this year or those people who would have been eligible for the plan will be able to choose a dental plan from among 10 dental carriers in the FEDVIP.

Are there any laws that protect veterans with disabilities in employment?

Monica Quinn2018-10-31T09:46:58-05:00October 31st, 2018|Updates, VetsFirst Q&A|

Several federal laws provide important protections for veterans with disabilities who are looking for jobs or are already in the workplace including USERRA and the ADA.

What is the Compensated Work Therapy Program?

Monica Quinn2018-10-02T14:25:25-05:00October 2nd, 2018|Updates, VetsFirst Q&A|

The Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) is a Veterans Health Administration (VHA) clinical vocational rehabilitation program offered at every VA medical center.

United Spinal Empowers Disabled Veterans to Discover Greater Independence

Monica Quinn2018-09-20T13:34:56-05:00September 20th, 2018|Updates|

United Spinal Association and its VetsFirst program recently hosted a lunch and learn session on disability benefits and self-advocacy at the James J. Peters Bronx VAMC.

Honorably Discharged Veterans Can Shop Online at Military Exchanges

Monica Quinn2018-08-28T12:38:18-05:00August 28th, 2018|Health Care & Benefits, Updates|

This new privilege extends to online only, not shopping in the brick-and-mortar locations. Through the website, veterans will be able to purchase any items except for uniforms, alcohol and tobacco products.

What Is A VA Fiduciary?

admin2018-07-30T19:19:02-05:00July 28th, 2018|Updates, VetsFirst Q&A|

The VA Fiduciary Program was created to protect Veterans who, due to injury, disease, or due to age, are unable to manage their financial affairs.

Will The VA Help Pay For A Vehicle & Special Adaptive Equipment?

admin2018-07-30T19:15:11-05:00July 28th, 2018|VetsFirst Q&A|

Under the right conditions the Department of Veterans Affairs can provide assistance in the purchase of a vehicle and adaptive equipment for the vehicle.

2018 Roll on Capitol Hill & Beyond

admin2018-07-30T19:07:37-05:00July 25th, 2018|Other, Updates|

Disabled veterans showed up in force for our 2018 Roll on capitol Hill advocacy event, with the zeal and determination to do what is right for all veterans.