Three years ago, I had the honor of representing VetsFirst/United Spinal Association at the Memorial Day observance at Arlington National Cemetery. At the eleventh hour, Vice-president Joe Biden placed the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. My wife and I were maybe five or six people away from the Vice-president and Mrs. Biden. [...]
Question: I am currently on a VA pension and I have been told I should apply for Aid and Attendance. What is Aid and Attendance? Answer: Veterans who qualify for a non-service-connected pension may also qualify for additional benefits such as Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits. Aid and Attendance is a benefit that is [...]
VetsFirst has long supported efforts to ensure that disabled veterans have access to assistance animals. We were strong advocates for legislation passed in 2012 that ensured access to VA facilities for veterans who use service animals. Unfortunately, veterans with disabilities continue to face barriers in many other areas, including housing. Late last month, the U.S. [...]
