What Is The PACT Act?
We have been seeing this question on social media over the last week, so we wanted to share a quick re-cap of the Act for those who are wondering. The PACT Act, or Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics…
Veteran Service Officers and Certification
A Veteran Service Officer (VSO) is a trained and certified professional who helps veterans navigate the complex world of benefits and services available to them. They can assist with a wide range of issues, including applying for VA benefits, filing…
What is an Intent to File?
An Intent to File (ITF) is a formal notification submitted to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by an individual who intends to apply for VA benefits. The ITF serves as a placeholder for a future claim and establishes an…
FAFSA or the GI Bill. Which one?
Why should you fill out the FAFSA if you’re already getting the GI Bill? That’s a good question. It is likely you’ll be able to accomplish your education goals if you have the full 36 months of your GI Bill…
Correcting Errors at a Higher Level Review
A higher-level review for VA disability means that the claim will be examined and re-adjudicated by a senior rater. The way it works is, the senior rater is not supposed to take any of the previous rating into account and…
PACT Act: File Now
Veterans have been hearing about the PACT Act for the past year, and everyone is telling them to file now. Get the VA Toxic screening now. Enroll for health care now. What is the sense of urgency for? If you…
Sleep Apnea and Veterans
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that affects breathing during sleep. When a person has sleep apnea, their breathing repeatedly starts and stops throughout the night. This happens because the muscles in the throat and airway become relaxed and block…
Book Review of “Unbroken”
It has come to our attention that Veterans tend to read, especially as they start getting older, and a lot of what they read tend to be historical non-fiction. They seem to also prefer anything having to do with our…
Navigating the VA Maze: A Guide to Achieving 100% Permanent and Total Disability Rating for Veterans
One of the questions that come up often is how to become Permanent and Total for a disability. Permanent and Total means that the VA has determined your disability will in all likelihood not get better, and so they will…
Appealing Health Care Decisions
As veterans, we are grateful for the comprehensive health care services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, there may be times when we encounter decisions or outcomes that we disagree with or find unsatisfactory. In such cases,…