Depressive disorder, commonly known as depression, is a complex mental health condition characterized by a range of symptoms affecting a person’s mood, thoughts, and physical health. It is more than just a bout of the blues; it is a serious…
It is safe to say that everyone experiences anxiety in their life. However, a large percentage of Veterans experience anxiety to a heightened degree. Veterans may experience heightened anxiety due to a variety of reasons. According to the U.S. Department…
Three years ago, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled that obesity can be service-connected if it results in a “functional impairment of earning capacity.” That means that even though obesity is not ratable under the VA…
The VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) clothing allowance is a benefit provided to eligible veterans who have service-connected disabilities that require the use of prosthetic or orthopedic devices, or who have certain skin conditions due to their military service. This…
Sheltered employment is a concept that pertains to veterans and individuals with disabilities, providing them with opportunities for meaningful work while accommodating their specific needs and limitations. Today, we will explore what sheltered employment is, how it relates to veterans,…
The Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) Act is a crucial piece of legislation that impacts military retirees and addresses the complex relationship between military retirement pay and disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This act has…
Introduction A fiduciary, in the context of veterans and their benefits, plays a critical role in managing financial matters on behalf of veterans who may be unable to do so themselves due to various reasons, such as age, disability, or…
The poverty level, also known as the federal poverty threshold, plays a crucial role in the context of Veterans Affairs Total Disability Individual Unemployability (VA TDIU) benefits. VA TDIU is a program designed to provide compensation to veterans who are…
A CUE in terms of the VA is a Clear and Unmistakable Error. Everyone makes mistakes, and VA raters are included in that ‘everyone’. They sometimes make honest mistakes, yet these mistakes can cost a Veteran significant amounts of money…
Post-service depression, often referred to as post-military depression, is a mental health condition that can affect veterans after they have completed their military service. It is a subtype of depression characterized by its onset following military discharge or retirement. This…
