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.
What is a VA C-File, and how can I obtain a copy?
A VA C-File, is a folder created by VA that contains all relevant information on a veteran. When you apply for disability benefits, the VA creates a claims folder. Information you send to the VA, records the VA obtains
I served in the Army Reserves, but I was never called to Active Duty. Can I call myself a Veteran?
Yes, just recently signed legislation allows you to call yourself a Veteran. During the December 2016 transition period, President Obama signed H.R. 6416, a bill that says National Guard and Reserve retirees who had zero active duty time are
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.
Presumptive Service Connection For Exposure To Camp Lejeune Water
A presumptive service connection for Veterans, Reservists, and National Guard members exposed to contaminants in the water supply at Camp Lejeune.
Do VA Survivor Benefits End When You Remarry & What Happens If The New Marriage Ends?
A remarried surviving spouse whose subsequent marriage is annulled or declared void can reestablish eligibility as a surviving spouse.
Exoskeleton Technology Improving Lives of Veterans with Spinal Cord Injury
In December of 2015, the Department of Veterans Affairs issued the first-ever national policy for the procurement of exoskeleton technology for all qualifying veterans with spinal cord injury (SCI). Across the United States, paralyzed veterans have access to this
Every Day We Should Honor Veterans’ Service and Sacrifice
Greetings and Happy Veterans Day to all United Spinal Association members. This year has been consumed by the presidential race. For many, the focus of November has been Election Day and its subsequent result. However, November is significant every
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
Is there a program in which the Department of Education will discharge your federal student loans?
Yes, all three of the federal student loan programs allow you to discharge your federal student loans in the case of total and permanent disability. If you are a 100% total and permanently disabled veteran (100% T&P) rated by