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!
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Financial Assistance for Your Military Child’s Remote Learning
Families who are still having to participate in virtual learning or the hybrid form have had to shift their expenses to include the extra costs for their children. These expenses may include laptops, tablets, headphones, or other supplies. If you and your family need assistance, it’s best to check if you are able to receive financial support through the military relief society.
Military Families Lose Almost $5,000 Per PCS Move
In a recent article, it has been reported that military families are losing an average of $5,000 in out-of-pocket expenses each time they move, according to survey data just released by a national nonprofit organization. This data comes on the heels of the realization that most service members’ moves were put on hold in March because of concerns about the spreading coronavirus, and Secretary of Defense Mark Esper has extended that hold through June 30, while allowing some exceptions.
VOC REHAB Mission Realigned By VA With Name Change
The VA is renaming the VR&E program from Vocational Rehabilitation (VOC REHAB) and Employment Service to Veteran Readiness and Employment Service. The program formerly known casually as VOC REHAB, will change its name to better align with its mission. The new name puts emphasis on mission of helping veterans reach their employment goals with less stigma associated with the name of the program.
How Does VA Healthcare Compare to Non-VA Healthcare?
How does VA healthcare stack up against non-VA care? Recent research shows healthcare provided at the VA is comparable to non-VA hospitals.
VA Tackles Backlog of Claims Inventory
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) has improved procedures by incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to reduce the time it takes to process in-coming mail from 10 days down to one.
VA Moves Its Travel Reimbursement System Online with AccessVA
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making it easier for veterans and eligible beneficiaries to submit travel claims for traveling to receive medical care. AccessVA will be online filing system for travel reimbursement moving forward.
DoD ID for Families and Retirees
Learn about the DoD ID card for retirees and families and how it enhances access to service benefits and privileges for military families.
SEALs Swim for Charity
SEALs Swim for Charity On August 8th of this year, a team of 72 U.S. Navy SEALs, several veterans, and military supporters from all over the United States came together for the second year in a row to swim across the Hudson River to raise funds for the GI Go Fund organization. Although the current… Read more »
Data Breach at the VA: What We Know
On September 14th, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Management announced a data breach involving the personal information of approximately 46,000 Veterans. Here’s what we know.