Basic Needs Allowance: What You Need to Know
As a provision of a new law, the Basic Needs Allowance will provide assistance to low-income military members with dependents. Learn more.
Military Benefits
TRICARE Pharmacy Network: Walmart & Sam’s Club Out
As of 15 December 2021, Walmart and Sam’s Club will no longer take TRICARE. But there are still many options for getting your prescriptions. Find out where.
VA Extends Deadline for Gulf War Veterans’ Disability Claims
The VA extends disability deadline for Veterans suffering from Gulf War Syndrome. File claims before December 2026!
Airmen & Guardians Receive PCS Pet Transportation Assistance
Having a dog or a cat for a pet can be the best thing. But having a dog or cat and then getting PCS orders for an OCONUS location can be stressful and expensive! The good news is that Airmen and Guardians can now receive PCS Pet Transportation Assistance. Learn more!
Tricare Dental Premiums to Increase Soon
Beginning in May 2021, the premiums for Tricare Dental coverage will be increasing slightly. Service Members should start noticing the coverage increase during the May pay period. The increases will range from $0.05 to $0.47 depending on the Service member’s status and the number of dependents covered by the program. Learn more.
Top Podcasts for Military, Veterans and Their Families
Top podcasts for military and veterans. Podcasts for active duty, transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses and families.
Payback Deadline for Deferred Social Security Tax Extended
Payback Deadline for Deferred Social Security Tax Extended With the passing of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 just last week, the major change affecting service members, federal employees, and their families is the extension for repayment of deferred payroll taxes. Effective September 1, 2020, through a presidential order, military and federal employees’ paychecks presented… Read more »
WeSalute & Legacy Deliver Fertility Benefits
On Aug 11, Veterans Advantage announced a partnership with Legacy, an international company specializing in male fertility, to offer a 25% discount on their core products which can help our nation’s veterans protect their opportunity for future parenthood. Male fertility can be impacted by one’s lifestyle, and we know that life in the military is not easy. Taking steps to improve and preserve fertility is important as many couples are waiting longer to have children.
Updates on Legislation Affecting Veterans in Congress
There has been a ton of activity on Capitol Hill over the past week dealing with legislation and bills that may directly affect you, our nation’s military community. Here’s a quick round-up for you.
TRICARE to Provide Free Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain
TRICARE beneficiaries in select states who have a documented diagnosis of low back pain will receive three free physical therapy visits. The goal of the demonstration is to determine whether waiving physical therapy cost-sharing will incentivize more beneficiaries to attend physical therapy, which may in turn reduce overall healthcare costs and improve patient outcomes.