About 27% of all veterans have a service-related disability. Are you one of them? Service-related disabilities are common, but finding help and support for them isn’t always easy. To get support, veterans need to go through a stressful compensation and pension examination (otherwise known as a C&P exam) to prove that they need help. We’re here
Statistics show that the US is home to around 16.5 million veterans. This means that 6.4% of the American population are veterans trying to get used to civilian life. The transition from military to civilian life can be quite difficult. No matter how long you were in the military, life is going to look very
Did you know that according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for veterans who served after 9/11 was 3.1% in 2022? While this is a decrease from previous years, finding a job after serving in the military can still be a difficult task. That’s why we’ve compiled 10 tips for finding a
Times are getting crazier every day. If you’ve been following the news, you’ve no doubt heard about the budget cuts to the VA. This has left veterans with one single question on their mind: will you be able to get help when you need it? The good news is, you won’t need to continue feeling hopeless
Did you know that almost 3.9 million veterans received benefits from Veterans Affairs (VA) in 2021? If you’re a veteran who hasn’t applied for benefits, you could be missing out. To start, you’ll need to fill out a disability benefits questionnaire (DBQ). Though this can seem daunting, this article is here to help. We’ve outlined
Many people assume that United States military veterans have health coverage. While this is true for many, an alarming number of our warriors do not. A recent study concluded that nearly 2 million U.S. veterans do not have health coverage. The 3.8 million additional people that belong to their household also do not have coverage.
Did you know you can experience signs and symptoms of PTSD months or years after experiencing combat-related trauma? A boisterous crowd, the sound of a car backfiring, or an unexpected smell can be enough to trigger a terrifying flashback. Suddenly, you may find yourself thrust into a world of stress, avoidance, and even physical pain.
If you’re one of the millions of people who has a pre-existing condition, then you may be wondering how you can get VA disability benefits. Fortunately, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes that many veterans suffer from conditions that predate their military service. As such, they are willing to grant special consideration when determining
On a base level, VA disability compensation ranges anywhere from $165.92 a month to $3,621.95 a month. The compensation comes tax-free, with the specific amount being determined by a variety of factors. To help you understand just how much veteran disability compensation you might receive, we’re going to discuss eligibility factors and qualifications below. Here’s
Imagine investing countless hours in filing your VA disability claim, only to receive a denial letter. Or you don’t have to imagine it, and that’s why you’re here. Thousands of disabled veterans face the same challenge each year. But what if there was a step-by-step guide to appeal your denied claim and secure the benefits
