VA Benefits for Spouses of Disabled Veterans

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This week, Team CCK breaks down benefits for the spouses of disabled veterans. Topics include educational benefits, insurance, caregiver programs, death benefits, pension, and burial benefits.
READ the blog post here: cck-law.com/blog/va-benefits-...
Table of Contents:
1:05 Additional Compensation for Veterans Rated Over 30%
2:12 Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA)
3:16 What Programs are Covered under DEA Benefits and Who Qualifies?
7:03 How Long do DEA Benefits Last?
8:16 Applying for Dependents Educational Assistance Benefits
8:45 Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA)
10:15 Spouse Qualifications for CHAMPVA and Services Available
11:26 VA’s Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers Program and Qualifications
13:05 Upcoming Changes to VA’s Caregiver Program
14:40 Benefits Offered by VA’s Caregiver Program
16:39 Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
17:34 Qualifications for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
18:44 Evidence to Support DIC VA Claims
22:07 What if the Veteran’s Death Was Not Service Connected?
22:48 How Much Does a Spouse Receive from DIC Benefits? Is it the Same Amount the Veteran was Receiving?
23:24 Applying for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
24:02 Effective Dates for DIC Claims
24:49 Accrued Benefits and Substitution VA Claims
28:30 VA Survivor’s Pension
29:20 VA Burial Benefits
30:05 Closing Thoughts
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@stevenjames1951 4 жыл бұрын

If a vet risked his life as a vfw A vfw should get all benefits no questions asked. The vet Should be taken care of in all aspects.

@veragrimes5948 4 жыл бұрын

I'm service connected for prostate and had a operation do I get paid for it

@WilloClan 3 жыл бұрын

Veterans in Crisis treated as Criminals only furthers the CRISIS!!!!!! I am reaching out to you as a veteran with major concerns with the government's systemic failures and Judge Cynthia Beemans complete Incompetence. I had a severe crisis back in June 8th 2020, Uneducated Curry County of Oregon treated me as a criminal and caused undue emotional and physical trauma due there severe lack in education. I am truly disheartened and at a loss for words. I am specifically reaching out to you because I believe you are one of the few with an intelligence level that may understand. I have assembled all my data as clearly as I could on a website. Please review Thank you. Www.usvaw.org

@TheDonna1959 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!!

@thisguy6525 3 жыл бұрын

Its a strange situation. If we are honest with the folks that treat our ptsd, then they will either lock us up for safety holds or they will try and take your firearms. 3/187 101

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

@@veragrimes5948 Well if you are already service-connected you would have been receiving compensation.

@valeriehodges2405 Жыл бұрын

As a client for VV board challenge, I thank you for your help. Found your programs here accidentally and WOW very educational

@randywiley2593 3 жыл бұрын

You all do a great service your firm does and we all thank you for it

@CCK_Law 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words!

@alliemw 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to make and post these videos. My dad is 90% SCD, Vietnam (Agent Orange), all sorts of health problems since I can remember and what we now know was severe PTSD. We've been lucky, the two VA hospitals near us have been great, at least compared to some things I've heard in other places. Even with that, there's so much confusion, so much red tape, things that logically would seem cut and dry aren't. Had it not been for my brother getting the claim started and both of us staying on top of it, making sure every i was dotted and t crossed, my dad would've gotten frustrated and given up years ago. I understand there's a backlog, and there have to be procedures in place. If we had to do it over, the first thing we'd have done was hire an attorney. He's now 100%, with additional health issues. It's a mixture of feeling grateful and mad as hell all at once, all the time. But this is where we are and I believe with all my heart that there's higher purpose in choosing to do what's right vs what's easy. Even if it takes generations to realize, it matters.

@monicajohnson6061 2 жыл бұрын

Can a care giver qualified for those benifit care partner

@monicajohnson6061 2 жыл бұрын

Can a care partner qualified for the DEA benefits

@alliemw 2 жыл бұрын

@@monicajohnson6061 Hi Monica, are you asking about qualifying for the VA's caregiver programs? It depends on a number of things. If you think you might then it's certainly worth applying for. I'm not an expert by any means, I can only share my opinion and personal experience but I'm glad to do that. There are a few different caregiver programs and very little of it is made clear. There's an Aid & Attendance program which is an hourly rate and is paid to the Veteran who in turn pays the caregiver. I'm not sure if it covers a full 40 hours per week. There's an unpaid caregiver program that's easy to join. Although it's not compensated, if you're actively caring for a Veteran then I think it's definately worth joining for the support that's available from other caregivers. They'll also train you to be a Caregiver mentor if that interests you. It's a very supportive group regardless of what program or level you're classified as. If you search the VA's website, you'll most likely find the one that's what many people tend to believe is the only program. It's the one with a monthly stipend and can include CHAMPVA insurance. Even that program has more than one level. That program was once limited to post 9/11 caregivers but opened up in the last few years to include any era. When that happened, it appeared they were suddenly bombarded with applications and unable to take the time needed to process them, and instead approved ones that didn't qualify. Now they're going back over them with magnifying glass and I've seen a few get cut that clearly shouldn't have been. The downside is the same as what I've seen with VA benefits, it's either overdone or under what it should be. Of course politics plays into it which removes the human element. Then theres the blame game and no one wanting to take responsibility for what caused us to need military caregivers in the first place. I'd start with your local VA Caregiver Coordinator. Each VA facility should have one on staff. They can give you details of which program you'd most likely qualify for and explain why, so that you don't waste time applying for the wrong one. They'll help you if you'll be patient and understanding with them. It can be frustrating but I've yet to meet one that hasn't been overloaded with work and doing the best they can. It's sad to see what was once considered one of the most noble jobs that existed, to serve your country, lose that nobility. But I see struggles, those that seem to have been left behind, far more often than I see honor. I think it's fair to say that as hard as a soldier fights, they should plan to fight that battle twice. *And a VA-approved attorney with an unjaded, idealist heart who hopes to help others above all else is always a good idea. They aren't free, but they're worth what they charge.

@garybauschard7089 Жыл бұрын

That's the truth what I don't understand if the va says it's presumptive why do u have to go see a nurse practioner to decide if u get benefits after you prove anything you want the president sighnsbthese acts and goes home and he thinks that's it I have decided img going full throttle to get what I deserve

@saundrablanchard7967 Жыл бұрын

My husband is 100% permanently disabled he came home never to be reviewed again. I applied for the caregiver benefits and I was told I did not qualify. If I don’t qualify, no one does. It just isn’t right. Thank you for the great information.

@josepha2018 Жыл бұрын

Yes, not right... I think they're saying the Caregiver benefits apply to those who were on active duty on or after September 01, 2001.

@michaelpickett1707 Жыл бұрын

!@@josepha2018 b

@ginnymonkclem7314 2 ай бұрын

Not true, I receive caregiver benefits. You need to get in touch with the right person.

@wichoflores9922 3 жыл бұрын

After : years my lawyers got me from 30 to 90 percent. Six months later 100 . Thanks for the info . But truth be told I wish I could work .

@quamicakeith1236 2 жыл бұрын

This is more information then anyone has given me in the entire time of my husbands disability the VA is not very helpful here in Ga. And because he cant speak or walk anymore I just do the best I can to keep things afloat. Pray for us please and may God always bless you business I wish I could hire you to help us.

@ginnymonkclem7314 2 ай бұрын

I connected with a VFW and they gave me a name and number of a gentleman that helps veterans get their benefits. He didn't charge anything and got my husband approved for 100% totally disabled. VA don't tell you that. What an awesome guy!

@CKSMovementMasters 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting ToC in the description!

@Emnhaque75 Жыл бұрын

Thank you guys. i will need you guys help one day.

@marilousenzig1869 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for information you shared people as myself . Kudos.

@modrie2399 4 жыл бұрын

During his illness and disability, I quit my job and was his caretaker without being added to his social security benefits and without compensation . Thank you.

@ggesner768 Жыл бұрын

Care taker compensation is only for those veterans after 9/11

@anthonylenow9055 Жыл бұрын

It changed on 1 October 2022, all can apply now

@jessevillareal968 4 жыл бұрын

Great and informative presentation.

@dietrichcusseaux2756 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for informing the community!

@davebabe1001 Жыл бұрын

thank you for all your hard work and videos on You Tube. i am already rated 100%. as you may already know, the Army or maybe other branches of Service; do not refer or direct Veterans (speaking for myself and others of my generation) to services or legal counsel. I went for many years (40) with no referrals. maybe a composite easy to use app. made by/for your firm. would help.

@alialive4769 3 жыл бұрын

The VA granted a pension of $1449 one week before he became paralyzed. Lasted only 5 months he died five months later. They sent me one check after his death. And when I informed them of his death. They sent me three different type of forms to apply for the things you guys talked in the video. I was married for 18 years. Lived with him for almost 20 years. He had appointments to the Examinations for the future claims. He never was able to attend the appointments as he was hospitalized. After his death I found out he sent months before a claim for dependency. The VA paid for Aid Attendance Home Service 4 times per week. I spent hundreds of dollars in Uber to travel to the hospital. I rent a hoyer lift because the doctor here refused to gave us one. Etc etc. This is the first time I've tell my history online. I feel like rant. May not be the right place. But! Who cares. The Veterans Administration has caused so much Trauma and Pain.

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Well did you seriously think you get more than is allowed by law?

@alialive4769 3 жыл бұрын

Did you know the veterans is death do to a Neurosurgeon neglect. And a recently graduate who fractured my husband vertebrates. A screw broke , got lose. He went there to get fix. Not! To end up Cripple, Foot Drop, Fell 10 times in a year. One of those falls broke h iui s arm. Bruises all over because the foot drop condition. A condition he did not had when he went there to get fix. Hit head more than once. Cane, walker, wheelchair, hoyer lift. Final stage.... Paralyzed until his Death. He died with a holes in his body related to bed sores from other hospital neglected his wound care treatment. All related to that operation. He will be alive today . If he had never went to had the operation. VA Doctors Negligence. He was not the only one. Many veterans end up paralyzed from neck down because of Veterans Administration Doctors error. Is not fair. The Hell! We went through. He was the victim of Medical Malpractice. Period.

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

@@alialive4769 Saying its malpractice vs proving malpractice. Two totally different things. Have you filed a claim or just complaining about it?

@grantmonge 2 жыл бұрын

@@alialive4769 I’m sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how frustrating and maddening this all must be for you. I hope everything works out well, and I definitely would recommend that you speak with a lawyer ASAP.

@g.guerrero9678 Жыл бұрын

@@grantmonge write to the secretary of veteran affairs to fix the VA 's Problems

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

Clarification: at 7:20 we state that DEA Benefits can be used for 35 weeks-- In fact, it is 36 MONTHS, which we clear up later in the video. Sorry for the error!

@tattooedmomma 4 жыл бұрын

Still 36 months... Available Benefits and Eligibility You may receive up to 45 months of education benefits, if you began using the program before August 1, 2018. If you began your program on August 1, 2018 or after, you have 36 months to use your benefits. Effective Oct. 1, 2013, some DEA beneficiaries may be eligible for up to 81 months of GI Bill benefits if they use the Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance program in conjunction with an entitlement from other VA education programs. www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/DEA.asp

@WilloClan 3 жыл бұрын

@HostileRespite 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 100% P&T. Just wanted to add that ChampVA allows your spouse to see whatever doctor they want really, but does have deductibles for a few things and doesn't cover dental (why?). Your spouse can however go to a VA center and get much of their care completely free there, except dental. For example, my wife gets her meds using the meds by mail program from the Detroit regional center. ChampVA covers in other countries, and as far as we've experienced so far, seems to be easier to deal with than the Foreign Medical Program. Just FYI.

@HostileRespite 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 not sure I understand your question. Sorry. Can you clarify a bit?

@HostileRespite 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 right, that's what grants do... but for what?

@warrenwantoobe1267 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU ALL!

@tommarinevet 4 жыл бұрын

every vet and vet spouses need to see this informative video, thanks

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 what???

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 I have no need for all that

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 I have no need for state grants....but you can..

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 no need for that...of the world

@Leahmpls 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, will you be doing an update on this? with the recent changes to laws and bills? Thanks

@randywiley66 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff thx

@eddiearmijo6635 4 жыл бұрын

I reached out was told to send paper work. And was told they could not help with my case. No reason was given. So I just figured it had to do with my income.

@jerrydunomes5413 4 жыл бұрын

The need to know,thank you this info.

@pastoraflores1458 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@deborahbeltz718 11 ай бұрын

It means that it will take forever with all that paperwork, abd forms

@godschosen7903 3 жыл бұрын

Need this answered! My husband died this year, (2021), a Vet, and 100% Total Disabled. Our Adopted Daughter was awarded DEA, back in 2012. Will she still get to use this benifit, till 26 yrs old. Plus, I got Champa, and Medicare. Will I still be able to keep Champa? Really need answers fast!!!

@user-yg8nv3je1j Жыл бұрын

My husband passed away last November we were together for 40 years being a gay couple only married since 2015. He was 100% disabled from agent orange he was a retired major Vietnam veteran I am receiving a spouses pension he died of complications from agent orange am I supposed to receive extra monetary benefits from the pact act ? Thank you for doing what you are for us 🇺🇸

@TheDonna1959 3 жыл бұрын

Please explain why the Caregiver Program is only available to those veterans who served AFTER Sept. 11, 2011? I served in the Army on active duty for 17 years of honorable service from 1977 to 1994. I have TBI, PTSD, sustained hearing loss where I have to wear hearing aids for life due to mandatory M-16 annual qualification skills, & I had breast cancer where I have had a mastectomy (surgical removal of both breasts) to save my life. I am rated 100% disabled by the VA. Will my spouse qualify for this benefit? Thank you.

@lawofpositivismzone5857 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I’ve been married to a disabled veteran for 13months now... What are the benefits I’m entitled to? Counting on you. Have a good day!!!!

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Napari, you can read more about benefits available here: cck-law.com/blog/va-benefits-for-spouses-of-disabled-veterans/

@benthornley7480 3 жыл бұрын

If I am rated at 90% and was turned down for 100% because they said that I was employable. My doctor from the VA wrote a letter stating that I was not employable. I have appealed the decision and it has been over 90 days, how long does the VA have to make a decision

@consciouspuppets-puppetthe4315 2 жыл бұрын

I am hearing that a spouse can be in a VA state memory care facility while the veteran is in the same home in skilled nursing. If the veteran has 100% SC disability then the veteran stays in VA home at no cost, while the spouse stays for 70% of her income. Is this correct? Can the veteran be in assisted living (at 55% total gross income) while spouse is in same state home in memory care for 70% of her income?

@cormel4850 Жыл бұрын

Does DIC apply to a Vet's spouse if the date of marriage was 2019 and his disability was also aggravated in 2019 and he died in 2020 with a 90% disability?

@ccthelema6935 4 жыл бұрын

Is their benefits for their parents too i always heard about spouse & dependent only about their family members.

@fastlink 4 жыл бұрын

IS the ChampVA medical insurance can be used by the spouse as the main medical insurance? or is champva just a supplementary benefit that acts as a secondary insurance?

@williamfolks5366 4 жыл бұрын

Can a spouse of a Disabled Veteran receive Education Assistance if they have a Permanent Resident Card?

@aruasphereking9553 2 жыл бұрын

Can my spouse apply for education benefits abroad in Spain if she doesn’t have a social?

@jameswade9438 4 жыл бұрын

I want to know if it to late to get life insurance. I m 100% disable I been out since 1986

@zonderiahutchinson5326 4 жыл бұрын

Good morning my question my spous pass i find out more about this that i could get spouse veteran benefits i get its been 10 years idid no can revice

@blackheartsmarine0351 4 жыл бұрын

My wife gets free education in Alabama but she already has her masters degree that the va wouldn’t pay for. I wish the va would just pay off her student loans because if she went back to school it would cost them more lol. They need to have that option for souses that already have an education. I find it stupid that they won’t pay for her masters. They told her only bachelors or below. Not sure why that would matter

@eldarobinson7380 4 жыл бұрын

We need info about Aid and assistance programs for Disabled Vet who is caretaker for wife, and can no longer provide needed assistance. Tks

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

EldA Robinson, there are a few programs that fall under Aid and Attendance. For this information take a look at our blog. cck-law.com/blog/aid-and-attendance-benefits/

@peanut1994100 2 жыл бұрын

This is a long shot my husband was 100% with PTSD AND TBI FOR 5 YEARS I apply for caregiver and was denied all three times. Now he is 100%P&T can I apply again I was told I can't because I did three times already.

@minervaard7723 2 жыл бұрын

I had a triple pass 2000 I am non service connection I went that year to social security I was told I was good enough to work and I just had the surgery could I have gotten any help from them or va help

@mbaum1951 4 жыл бұрын

Can my caregiver get a card or paper so they can come Into the commissary

@annsegraves7743 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, my husband was in the navy for 4 years and army for 3. He was 100 percent disability. He was in the military in 1974 . Can I receive anything?

@marytolley5270 3 жыл бұрын

My husband was a hundred percent! From agent orange. Small cell lung cancer lungs lymph node and bones He only lived nine months after finding out. They really don't have much for the wife. I think they need to be took care of.

@tommycl5563 6 ай бұрын

18:52

@tommycl5563 6 ай бұрын

@TewkyTag 4 жыл бұрын

Ive been out since January 2009 at 100% Disability. Is my wife of 5 1/2 years able to get this DEA/chapter 35 benefit? She only needs to redo a few certifications and somehow get money to do a non paid externship to finish her Associates in Medical Assisting. Is there a way for her to get money or a loan fir that. They expect her there 8-5 M-F so we (myself, the 2 kids, and herself) cant afford her to not have a full time job right now. So getting her degree and ever getting this much better job is basically being stonewalled. Any help would be great. Thank You.

@tangiebenton4772 4 жыл бұрын

Help me with spouse benefits for deathof my husband's he can with none sivces contact but this deaf certificate stated that we was not but we was at the Time of the his death thier are not divorce decree say that we was still married

@ramonrodriguez8550 3 жыл бұрын

What form to fill for a veterans wife with no social security number. Living abroad.

@kaygaunce6349 Жыл бұрын

Yes wanted to ask : as caregiver for my disable va husband . I am also disabled, they have discusses putting him in nursing home, if that happens is there any benefits available for me.

@robinanaya1902 3 жыл бұрын

A question in general about CHAMPVA and VA , The husband died about seven years ago and VA , this lady has been having problems With the VA friend of mine her husband passed away they were together for 15 years but they were only married for 8 years but the VA says that cuz they weren't together for 10 yearsso the VA says that she's not doesn't get anything she's not on the VA at all but the CHAMPVA is still pain in her medicines taking care of her medicine how is the VA being wrong to her if she's still getting the the medical stuff

@cashonly6117 3 жыл бұрын

@Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD Do you have enough information on the expanded VA’s Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) yet to do a new video. So if a veteran is 100% would they still be able to file now instead of waiting the 2 years for all others after 1975.

@CCK_Law 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion. We will consider it for a potential new video in the near future.

@dwaynescott9636 3 жыл бұрын

Do d i c benefits only apply to a spouse or can it apply to surviving kids also

@nojremlock6826 2 жыл бұрын

Ok...So, she first said that the Veteran had to be collecting for ten yrs and married for the same ten yrs...Then...She said that the Vet must collect for ten yrs and been married for one yr..So which one is it ?

@carlbenj1668 3 жыл бұрын

I was in from 76 to 78 iam 100% did they change the years for caregivers

@sochilcordova8080 3 жыл бұрын

My vet father passed Dec 2020 and my mother was denied spousal benefits. Ny dads military service was 1959 thru 1962 Can u help?

@ralphwade5105 4 жыл бұрын

What about camp Lejune ; El Toro for bad water. & moffit Point, change to Camp Johnson

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Jeebus...that has been addressed by the VA back in 2017. Do some research.

@andrewzvonik395 2 жыл бұрын

I just got bumped up to 80% will my wife be added for compensation or do I have to submit a form to apply for it

@lyndeville8492 Жыл бұрын

If the vet was 100 percent disabled less than eight years, does the spouse receive DIC benefits?

@yoelfischel6327 Жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if the raise is only for base or spouse and A&A. Right now I am getting $4331.91.

@martinmorris299 4 жыл бұрын

My individual disabilities total 240% but my combined rating is 100% plus I get a SMC. I have multiple blood cancers and gene mutations (Camp LeJeune contaminated drinking water). These blood cancers are not curable absent a stem cell transplant. I will be on chemo for the balance of my life or until my blood cancers mutate to full blown Leukemia at which time I will have go undergo a stem cell transplant if I'm a candidate at the time. My wife drives me to my doctor appointments and travels with me to Sloan Cancer Center. So is my wife entitled to care giver benefits? She currently has CHAMPVA insurance.

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

VA has a tool to check if you are eligible for the caregiver program. You can try it out here: www.va.gov/healthbenefits/resources/caregiver_eligibility_check.asp We wish you the best of luck!

@user-ij7tz2co8n 10 ай бұрын

I receive DIC and my spouse was deceased in 2019. Is it true that payment continues if recipient remarried after the age of 57

@DeborahSmithWeesner 2 жыл бұрын

My husband was 100% disabled and died November 12 2021 . I am the spouse for 52 years married . I need help with probate a will .

@lisamcneil6500 3 жыл бұрын

My husband is a combat veteran from the Korean War. Totally disabled now suffering from Parkinson’s disease.is there anything available

@joannahenry6721 2 жыл бұрын

35 weeks or months of educational benefits ?

@tking102981 Жыл бұрын

Can my wife get the army disability retirement benefits and dic at the same time?

@timtrimble7407 Жыл бұрын

I have a question I’m 100% disabled can my wife get Medical from the VA also can travel space a another question is there any place that me and my wife can both go to a rehab for alcohol also can she go to school online or is that limited how many years can she go to school also I have two children A 34-year-old son and a 41-year-old daughter are they eligible for college also Can I go to vocational school for instance like heating and air-conditioning plumbing etc. how many years can each of them go to school what are the question The last time I worked was 2009 when I became 100% disabled🎉 they backdated it to 2012 my question is how do Get SSD do I have to get an advocate or a lawyer how do I go about receiving that benefit and the backpay for it

@barbarawalsh4936 3 жыл бұрын

I went to college when my husband received his permanent disability vet benefits, but was never granted any education benefits from VA. Now that he is deceased, his disability went down from permanent to 10%. I could really use education money. I have 5 courses to finish for my degree, but no money to pay for it. Can I still get this DEA money?

@randywiley2593 3 жыл бұрын

Does not sound right

@wandajohnso Жыл бұрын

spouses receiving dic benifits how does this affect the the pact act

@asmith818 Жыл бұрын

I’m a 22 year veteran and my wife served 6 years; she hasn’t been able to work for since 2000 because of disability and she receives sis. Is she able to receive VA compensation?

@marilyntaylor2892 4 жыл бұрын

Our divorce states that upon his death, I am to be treated as his wife. Upon his death, would I be entitled to any benefits and if so, how do I go about securing those benefits? Thank you.

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Divorced is divorced.

@douglasgillis3712 2 ай бұрын

I’m a 100% total disability veteran with COPD and now Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? I’ve have also a heart condition, that being congestive heart disease and how could this be caused by the COPD or how can I get this heart condition as a secondary cause for disability?

@imajeanmorris9843 Жыл бұрын

How can I speak to someone regarding Veteran and spouse separated but still married.

@evonneford4812 Жыл бұрын

my children are grown(2) I'm Pat's are they still able to get all of this

@crystallee487 3 жыл бұрын

can someone please explain to me why i got denied twice by the caregiver program when my husband is 100% disabled and we have all the proof of his disabilities and i pretty much do all the things a caretaker does and i also deal with the ups and downs and the emotions that come along with it. i have now had to write a 3rd letter for my appeal explaining to them why i am entitled to this it should not be like this to have to beg for help when this program is to help our veterans and caretakers im in the process of my 3rd appeal and im still waiting on a decision

@topshelfbullys7889 3 жыл бұрын

Is he T&P?

@kday6392 2 жыл бұрын

The denial letter should specifically state what they need to support your claim. I would go to Disabled American Veterans and ask them to review the denial and advise you on immediate next steps to expedite your caregiver application. I tip my hat to you for supporting our 100% disabled veteran. Iknow its not easy . Many blessings to you. SALUTE!!

@dubsaks25 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys. I would love to get help getting my spouse benefits. Ive got a combined rating of 140% for ptsd hearing loss and a gunshot wound resulting in the removal of my bicep.. My spouse works around the clock 24-7 to help me and neither of us receive any additional benefits.

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

@Dave Snell, thanks for reaching out. Our office gets involved in the appeals age of a claim, meaning we help once VA denies a claim. If you are seeking to file a claim, we recommend working with a Veteran Service Organization(VSO), such as our colleagues at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). They can be reached at (859) 441-7300

@erictellocosta4655 4 жыл бұрын

Whats the process to beging P/T rating for vertans status? Is that a none workable or workable?

@topshelfbullys7889 3 жыл бұрын

Total and permanent means that your condition will never improve so that’s why you don’t have to get seen anymore for ratings

@danielstudzinski662 4 жыл бұрын

Good Evening, I'm trying to find out if my Caregiver, wife can be subsidized after my death. I am 100% disabled and she takes care of me along with Homebound staff? Thank You

@rudyardgomeas6042 4 жыл бұрын

Yes she can. Believe you have to be 100% for at least 10nyrs and married at time of death.

@thebiggeek8057 4 жыл бұрын

I am at 80% paid at 100% unemployable, currently fighting social security, they stopped my benifits as they said my condition improved. VA letter says im unemployable, SSI letter say im unemployable. Confused.

@freddiebardley5369 3 жыл бұрын

Unless you're permanent and totally (pt) disabled then you will have to visit doctor regularly throughout the year. If you do not then they will lower your rating because you are saying that you are getting or are better. #seedoctoroften

@user-yg8nv3je1j Жыл бұрын

Does the surviving spouse receive dic and survivor pension ?

@dennismartin2604 2 ай бұрын

My wife was 100/10% p&t disabled. She was awarded that in 1998-99, and we married in 1999. She died in 2005. She clearly died of her service connected disability. Just wondering what out there for me.

@theresacourter2936 4 жыл бұрын

Is there a place or a list that has the VFW ref for each state

@tommarinevet 4 жыл бұрын

Google it

@graceannsumayo1542 4 жыл бұрын

Madams/Sir, would like to ask some informative tips re my Mother's claim..where/who could we get in touch with? Pls help...

@WilloClan 3 жыл бұрын

@terryunruh3836 3 жыл бұрын

I am a disabled vet and I have a service animal. I was taken via ambulance to a local hospital due to a fall. Once at the hospital, my service dog was denied entrance for 3 reasons. 1. He didn't have a vest...2. The security officer demanded to see his vet shot records...3. I needed to provide state proof he is a service dog. Problem:. 1. He had his vest. I hadn't put it on him, it was in my purse. ADA doesn't require a vest. 2. Demanding to see shot records, my service animal had his current shot tags on his collar 3. Demanding state proof of his "service animal " status. There is not no such of "proof" ..state registration does not exists in Colorado Next: security officer stated I could go out online and purchase "registration " for $70. So, false paperwork is ok? I was denied my animal and my civil rights to have him with me

@freddiebardley5369 2 жыл бұрын

It's okay to leave pets at home. It's a place for sick people not pets. If this helps any.

@lindaalex5868 Жыл бұрын

If my husband died of accidental acute overdose of methadone am I still able to get VA pension. He was disabled and unable to work since service in viet Nam. We were separated because he abused me.

@oscarballesteros3224 4 жыл бұрын

Do you help veterans....not just with information because as you mentioned doing forms or knowing what is really what we can apply for is very hard for veterans to understand not only that other va assistance programs dont help...and the ones that can help they charge you an arm and a leg

@ginnymonkclem7314 2 ай бұрын

Contact your closest VFW and they may have a number for someone that helps at no charge. That's how my husband got his.

@pngproductions8529 9 ай бұрын

how do you get educated what your entitled to as I'm the disabled person married to a vet ( they have 40 disability also mines permeant so is Childs) and a disabled son who vet has denied us support or finding. I want to divorce them and I dont know what or were I should start or go, so we can stop the abuse i am so 55

@jerryblock8041 Жыл бұрын

How come as a 100% disabled vet with a service connected disability, my wife was not even allowed to get a flu shot through the VA?

@michaelpass2176 Жыл бұрын

Is this more paperwork to claim?

@matthewburnham7792 4 жыл бұрын

How does the Caregiver stuff compare to SMC Aid and Attendance for example?

@lanilias3356 4 жыл бұрын

What is SMC AID?

@matthewburnham7792 4 жыл бұрын

Lani Lias Aid and Attendance is when you need the assistance of another for basic daily tasks...like showering, medication, going to the bathroom...any number of daily kind of tasks that you cannot do yourself.

@gruff7594 4 жыл бұрын

But to qualify for SMC your injury must be service connected! However the standard caregiver program does not have to be service connected illnesses.

@TheDonna1959 3 жыл бұрын

SMC is Special Monthly Compensation. It is additional money given to veterans that qualify. It is extra above what a veteran would recieve besides their VA disability payments. For more info, look up SMC on the VA official website.

@anjelicafragoso9911 3 жыл бұрын

It's sad that when my husband was alive he didn't get no pension at all they say he didn't qualify it's kind of sad after he served his country after his death I didn't get no burial expensive nether

@jimcravey4305 3 жыл бұрын

If your husband had been A Disabled Combat Veteran and He Had Filed for VA Benefits Prior to His/Her Death , He Would Have Received Full Burial and Other Benefits...JC/

@lindataylor8371 2 жыл бұрын

Can spouses receive hearing aids?

@ao341 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any advice about applying for SSDI? Why would Social Security not review a veterans medical record and then come to the conclusion that you are going to receive SSDI? If a veteran is found fully disabled unemployable because of a service connected physical injury, the VA then says you are truly disabled apply for SSDI. But how can SSDI then deny the veteran? Social Security used the wording stating "We believe you are able to have gainful employment and by our standards are NOT Disabled.". The VA uses many medical personnel to review medical documents before making a decision. But Social Security didn't use a medical professional. So how can Social Security make a correct decision? Why do you think Social Security would go against the decision that their Government cousin has made? Also how can someone truthfully say that a structurally damaged individual with many other medical issues can have gainful employment? The veteran in question has nerve damage throughout. Cant stay in a single position for long periods of time, has cramps that can come out of nowhere, severe pain and then numbness and tingling aswell. So with the structural damage to a person's body paired with everything else I've listed and some i have not listed... what place of employment is going to work around that? What place of employment is going to allow a veteran to randomly not come in because of how the severity of it all differs day to day? Only places that would work around that would be places where the veteran be talked about is in a high position in the company. Board members, ceo... etc. Advice would be greatly appreciated.

@evlynmoore9811 Жыл бұрын

What is DIC

@johnmcleod6370 4 жыл бұрын

My spouse has been using CHAMPS for medical care she has developed cancer and we are soon to divorce. I was told that the day my divorce is finalized she looses champs coverage. She can’t get insurance anywhere! I’m100% disabled forever. Is there any way she can keep champs coverage?

@gruff7594 4 жыл бұрын

Yes if you stay married to her

@jessicarosassaavedra1622 8 ай бұрын

Hi my name is Jessica Rosas Saavedra and I am a wife of A navy veteran and I am transgender to. my question is if I divorce do I receive any venefice because he never told me that I was available to receive any

@bronxzoo7891 3 жыл бұрын

Can your spouse receive both Survivor Benefits Plan (SBP) and DIC or is there still an offset?

@cashonly6117 3 жыл бұрын

I have been wondering the same thing.

@IslandA4A 3 жыл бұрын

No offset your spouse can receive both SBP and DIC.

@nickdibari1095 Жыл бұрын

I AM CURRENTLY RETIRED AND HAVE AN EIGHTY PERCENT COMBAT RELATED DISABILTY. CAN MY WIFE RECEIVE COMPENSATION IN ADDITION TO MINE?

@imranjutt.9083 4 жыл бұрын

What about if the spouse of the vetren is out of usa and naver bean in usa?

@richardferris4361 3 жыл бұрын

I am 100% disabled Vet. Got married in the Philippines and wife never went to USA and I have never been back. She got chapter 35 benefits and has use 1 of 3 years of them so far.

@roygutierrez8428 4 жыл бұрын

The VA rated me at 80% and approve the unemployability I am receiving 100% payments per month over 3400$However I have not notified that I am I 100% can my spouse apply for DEA benefits?

@Sunsn7 3 жыл бұрын

Yes.