I have written previously for the VetsFirst website about how critically important my family caregiver is for my continuing health and well-being. In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, it’s time to write about some of the more important [...]
Christopher Neiweem, VetsFirst’s Director of Veterans Policy Veterans Day each year is an opportunity for Americans to give pause and pay respect to the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces to defend the [...]
Question: I was recently discharged from the Army. While I was in Iraq my Humvee got his by an IED and I am now paralyzed. Due to the accident I can’t use my legs. I bought a new truck [...]
There are many individuals who reach out to VetsFirst for assistance that are unaware of VA benefits they or their loved ones are entitled to. This is especially the case for Vietnam Vets, who may have been exposed to [...]
On October 30, VetsFirst joined with over 20 veterans organizations to support legislation that will ensure VA benefits and services are never again delayed due to a government shutdown. The recent shutdown highlighted the need to ensure that VA has the funding [...]
United Spinal Association's program VetsFirst, will host two free webinars in November on accessible housing for disabled vets and non-service connected disability pension benefits provided by the VA. The first webinar Increasing Access to Accessible Housing for Disabled Veterans, [...]
Question: I have severe peripheral neuropathy in both of my lower legs. It is service-connected as is secondary to my Agent Orange type II. Am I eligible for an automobile grant? Answer: Maybe, an automobile or other conveyance allowance [...]
There’s a valuable resource freely available to disabled vets that will make transitioning back into their communities much easier. United Spinal Association’s membership division, NSCIA, provides unrivaled support for veterans living with spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or other spinal cord disorders.
Question: I wear a brace and it really does a number on my clothes. Am I eligible for additional VA benefits for this? Answer: You could be eligible for a VA clothing allowance. A VA clothing allowance is an [...]
After weeks of delay, it appears that the government shutdown may be headed to a close as Congress will soon be voting on a proposal to end the shutdown and address the debt ceiling. Veterans groups gathered at [...]