Recently, the Social Security Administration announced a new policy to expedite disability claims by veterans with a VA disability compensation rating of 100% permanent and total. According to a recent announcement from Acting Commissioner of Social Security Ms. Carolyn
Question: Does having a seated walker qualify me to receive a clothing allowance from VA? Answer: A clothing allowance is available to veterans who have a service-connected disability that requires them to wear a prosthetic or orthopedic device that wears out
VetsFirst supports expanding advance funding to all VA discretionary and mandatory accounts to make certain that veterans who depend on VA services and benefits are not impacted by any future government shutdowns. In 2009, President Obama signed the Veterans
The House Veterans' Affairs Committee conducted several hearings last week on pending veterans legislation. VetsFirst actively engaged the Committee and supported key bills that aim to improve services at VA for disabled veterans. One of the bills supported by
VetsFirst remains committed to passage of the Disabilities Treaty. The treaty promotes the ideals of the Americans with Disabilities Act around the world. To date, 158 nations have signed the treaty, including the United States, and 143 nations have
Many disabled veterans know the impact of a serious injury can go far beyond its physical effects. Every day, mental and emotional challenges may surface, calling for strength and resilience to overcome difficulties both large and small. VA's Make the Connection initiative
As I write this piece, it is possible that some veterans out there over 65 years old or their family members are being told by some unscrupulous individuals that for a small up-front fee, they can help a veteran
The President has released his 2015 budget request for VA. The request calls for a 3 percent increase over 2014 in overall discretionary and mandatory spending. Specifically, the President is asking for $163.9 billion for VA ($68.4 billion for
On Thursday, February 27, VetsFirst testified before the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity regarding the effectiveness of VA's Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E) program. At the hearing, VetsFirst's Heather Ansley testified about our concern with VR&E's ability
This week, the Senate failed to move forward in its consideration of the Comprehensive Veterans Health and Benefits and Military Retirement Pay Restoration Act (S.1982). This legislation includes numerous provisions that if passed would improve the benefits and services