Three years ago, I had the honor of representing VetsFirst/United Spinal Association at the Memorial Day observance at Arlington National Cemetery. At the eleventh hour, Vice-president Joe Biden placed the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. My [...]
Question: I am currently on a VA pension and I have been told I should apply for Aid and Attendance. What is Aid and Attendance? Answer: Veterans who qualify for a non-service-connected pension may also qualify for additional benefits [...]
VetsFirst has long supported efforts to ensure that disabled veterans have access to assistance animals. We were strong advocates for legislation passed in 2012 that ensured access to VA facilities for veterans who use service animals. Unfortunately, veterans with [...]
Question: I am going into my VA medical center next month for back surgery. I will be laid up for a few months recovering. I am currently employed and am not rated at 100% but my doctor says I [...]
I was married almost five years ago to an absolutely wonderful, understanding woman. As a married man, I also became the step-father of a 14 year old daughter, which doubled the joy of my marriage. The last topic on [...]
When I arrived at my local VA Medical Center for the first time more than 45 years ago, apart from the female nurses, most of the other employees at that hospital were men. The same was true for the [...]
Question: I am not rated as totally disabled but my medical conditions are preventing me from working. I can usually get a job but I can’t keep it. Do I have any options? Answer: Even if you are not [...]
VetsFirst is committed to ensuring that disabled veterans have access to employment and education opportunities that will allow them to live meaningful, productive lives. VetsFirst won a key battle in our fight to ensure that servicemembers with disabilities receive [...]
Question: What do I need to show or prove to win my claim for service-connected compensation? Answer: Since I do not know what type of claim you are filing I am going to provide you with general eligibility information [...]
Question: What is service-connected compensation? Answer: Although there are many different benefits available from the VA veterans are often most interested in service-connected compensation. Service-connected compensation, also referred to as disability compensation, is a monetary benefit paid to veterans [...]