Updates Archives | VetsFirst

How can I upgrade my HealtheVet account to Premium?

Monica Quinn2021-08-19T13:20:16-05:00August 19th, 2021|Health Care & Benefits|

You can upgrade your account on the My HealtheVet website and upgrading your My HealtheVet account is free.

American Forces Travel Privileges Extended to Eligible Veterans

Monica Quinn2021-08-19T13:14:09-05:00August 19th, 2021|Health Care & Benefits|

The Department of Defense announced a policy change to the current shopping privileges on the American Forces Travel website.

We Are Here to Help Our Community Impacted by Events in Afghanistan

Monica Quinn2021-08-17T14:35:52-05:00August 17th, 2021|Other, Updates|

VetsFirst is proud to sign a joint statement related to the current events rapidly unfolding in Afghanistan. We are standing by to help during these challenging times.

VA Launches Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program

Monica Quinn2021-07-28T09:42:31-05:00July 28th, 2021|Health Care & Benefits|

For Veterans who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19, VA has launched the Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP).

The VA Is Offering Two New Mortgage Relief Programs for Those Impacted by COVID

Monica Quinn2021-07-28T09:34:38-05:00July 28th, 2021|Health Care & Benefits|

The programs are designed to help VA-guaranteed home loan holders bring their mortgages current and resume making regular payments to avoid foreclosure.

VA to Automatically Review Agent Orange Veterans’ Claims

Monica Quinn2021-06-09T10:30:38-05:00June 9th, 2021|Health Care & Benefits|

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced plans to automatically review disability claims benefits for veterans living with three presumptive conditions related to their exposure to Agent Orange.

VA.gov Site Becomes Central Login for Accessing Benefits

Monica Quinn2021-05-26T09:54:11-05:00May 26th, 2021|Updates|

Veterans and their families can access their Department of Veterans Affairs benefits and services on the new and user-friendly VA.gov website.

Blue Water Navy – Nehmer

Monica Quinn2021-05-26T09:49:12-05:00May 26th, 2021|Health Care & Benefits|

The VA announced it will readjudicate claims for Veterans who served in the offshore waters of the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

Mobility City is Offering Free Services to Veteran’s on Memorial Day Weekend

Monica Quinn2021-05-17T09:36:41-05:00May 17th, 2021|Other|

Mobility City announced plans to offer complimentary sanitizing and free equipment tune-ups for Veterans, First Responders, and seniors on Friday, May 28th, 2021. These maintenance services valued at $55 are necessary for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and power chairs at regular intervals.