Dear Commander Bun Bun,I write to you because I too was a Commander (in the U.S. Navy). I suffer from PTSD, and often have severe nightmares and flashbacks. I have been going to therapy for years, and even tried biofeedback, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Are There Monetary Benefits for Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
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VA Proposes Major Changes to Aid and Attendance Program
February 5, 2015 by
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is proposing significant changes to needs-based benefit programs, including an asset limit, a look-back period, asset transfer penalties, and deductible medical expenses, as … [Read more...]
Print This PageVeterans: Don’t Miss Out On Benefits
January 16, 2015 by
Q. My 72-year old father, Phil, served during the Vietnam War, and suffers from Parkinson's Disease and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). My mother, Ruth, is his caregiver. They live on Social Security checks and his pension. … [Read more...]
Print This Page“Ice Buckets” for Veterans
August 26, 2014 by
Veterans Twice as Likely to get ALSJoseph, a military veteran, noticed that he was experiencing tingling and numbness in his limbs. It didn’t take long before it progressed to difficulty walking, poor hand … [Read more...]
Print This PageNew Veteran Bill Would Increase Pension Benefits for Some Couples
May 27, 2011 by
The Honoring All Veterans Act of 2011 – introduced yesterday by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) –seeks to improve health care, education, employment, and housing for veterans. “Our military men and women have kept their … [Read more...]
Print This PageVeterans Benefits: The “second time” help rule
January 25, 2011 by
AccreditationFederal law dictates that no one may help a veteran in the preparation, presentation and prosecution of an initial claim for VA benefits unless that person is accredited. The only exception to this law is that any … [Read more...]
Print This PageDolphins and dogs may help soldiers with PTSD decrease heart disease risk
January 4, 2011 by
According to Health.com, Veterans who struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be at an increased risk for heart disease and early death. “[PTSD] is a disorder that occurs after a life-threatening event, such as … [Read more...]
Print This PageFire destroys 93 year-old’s proof of military service; now he can’t get benefits
December 3, 2010 by
Veteran’s proof of military service burns in fire; VA not willing to make exceptionA 93 year-old veteran from CA can’t get the benefits he says he is entitled to, even though he was drafted in 1943, and served in the U.S. Navy … [Read more...]
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