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Veteran Service Officers and Certification

WebTo find a VSO in your area, you can contact the VA’s National Call Center at 1-800-827-1000 or visit the VA’s website at www.va.gov. A Veteran Service Officer …

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Navigating the VA Maze: A Guide to Achieving 100% Permanent …

WebThe Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 (Public Law No: 116-23, enacted on June 25, 2019) is a significant piece of legislation that addresses health …

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Empowering Veterans: The Ins and Outs of Sheltered Employment

WebSheltered employment is a concept that pertains to veterans and individuals with disabilities, providing them with opportunities for meaningful work while …

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Navigating Stability: Can Your 100% Permanent and Total VA …

WebBy NWAVet March 5, 2024. Yes, a veteran’s 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) disability rating can be changed under certain conditions. Although P&T ratings are meant to be …

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Burn Pit Exposure

WebBurn pit exposure has become the newest rallying cry for Veterans. There are approximately 650,000 Service members having served in Operation Desert Shield …

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The Inner War: Confronting Depression in Veterans

WebDepressive disorder, commonly known as depression, is a complex mental health condition characterized by a range of symptoms affecting a person's mood, …

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From Combat to Sleepless Nights: Understanding Insomnia in …

WebThe VA Disability Rating System. When it comes to veterans with insomnia and sleep disabilities, understanding the VA Disability Rating System is essential. The VA rating system is designed to determine the severity of a veteran’s condition and provide compensation accordingly. For veterans struggling with insomnia, this rating system can …

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Healing the Hidden Wounds: 4 Stress Coping Mechanisms

WebThese practices can help restore balance, promote relaxation, and improve overall well-being. Prioritize activities that promote physical health, such as regular …

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What Is A Current Diagnosis

WebCurrent means current, as in currently occurring, as in occurring now. The first thing needed for a successful disability claim is a current diagnosis. This simply means …

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National Resource Directory

WebThe National Resource Directory (NRD) is a United States Government inter-agency web portal for Wounded Warriors, Service Members, Veterans, their families and …

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VA Debt Management

WebThe DMC will not begin offsetting Veteran Benefits until January 2022. If a Veteran receives a debt letter from the VA, it is best to contact the VA and work with the DMC to figure out another option if possible. The phone number for the VA DMC is 800-827-0648. Options for debt resolution include the following:

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Peripheral Neuropathy in Vietnam Veterans

WebBy NWAVet August 25, 2023. I understand that peripheral neuropathy can be a challenging condition to deal with. It involves damage or dysfunction of the peripheral nerves, which are essential for transmitting signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body. These nerves play a crucial role in connecting our limbs, organs

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A Lifeline for Heroes: Understanding Veterans’ Aid and Attendance

WebOne of the areas of veteran’s benefits that seems to cause confusion is Aid and Attendance with a Veterans pension. Today we will examine what Aid and …

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The Key Benefits: Why Veterans Should Prioritize Registering for …

WebSeptember 30 is the next timeline in the PACT Act. This is the last day that veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health care, and left active duty between Sept. 11, 2001, and Oct. 1, 2013, are eligible to enroll directly in VA health care. Even if a Veteran currently

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Beyond the Battlefield: Women Veterans and the Future of VA …

WebFrom the courage displayed on the battlefield to the resilience demonstrated on the homefront, women veterans have long been the unsung heroes in need of …

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How to Get a Veteran ID Card

WebOne of the questions many Veterans have is hot to get a Veteran ID Card. They want the ID card for various reasons. The most common is so they can take …

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Health Impacts and Presumptive Disabilities Linked to Camp …

WebThe Camp Lejeune water contamination crisis stands as a sobering reminder of the profound impact that environmental hazards can have on the lives of veterans and their families. The hazardous chemicals that tainted the base's water supply have left a trail of devastating health impacts, leading to the recognition of presumptive disabilities …

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VA Disability and Discharge Characterization

WebThe basic principle by which the VA decides eligibility for VA benefits is based on how the VA defines a “veteran” (Stichman 2019). A Veteran’s discharge and the characterization form a part of that definition. BLUF : The Bottom Line Up Front is that for VA Disability, in general a Veteran is eligible to apply if they were released from

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