VeteranAid.org Forum

  1. Introduction to VeteranAid Forums

    1. Why this Forum Exists

      An explanation of how the idea of this forum came to be and what we hope to accomplish
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      Latest: Why this Forum Exists vetadmin, Mar 3, 2007
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    2. Forum Rules

      Forum Rules of Conduct
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      Latest: va careegiver Kaylin, Sep 20, 2016
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  2. Just Starting the Application Process

    1. Eligibility Questions

      Unsure if the applicant is eligible? Ask your questions here
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      Latest: Other than Honorable Discharge Matt375, May 11, 2017
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    2. How to Apply Questions

      Here you will find general questions on how to apply for the Aid and Attendance benefit, including specific questions about certain questions on the application.
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      Latest: Fax or Mail? rts, May 31, 2017
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    3. Countable Income

      What is countable income and how is it considered for the Aid and Attendance application?
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      Latest: Over $80,000 in assets Kaylin, Jun 22, 2017 at 8:22 AM
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  3. Type of Application

    Have a question about a particular question on either the veteran's (527-EZ) or surviving spouse's (534-EZ) form? Here's where to start.

    1. Surviving Spouse Application

      Ask your questions about the surviving spouse application
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      Latest: How to Apply for Aid and Attendance: Complete Instructions Kaylin, Jun 12, 2017
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    2. Veteran Application

      Ask your questions about the veteran application
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      Latest: How to Apply for Aid and Attendance: Complete Instructions Kaylin, Jun 12, 2017
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  4. General Aid & Attendance Discussion

    1. Fiduciary questions

      Ask your questions about the fiduciary process here.
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      Latest: Should I request fiduciary at application time? Kaylin, Jun 16, 2017
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    2. Selling of Home

      Considering on selling the applicant's home? Don't know how to show the income from selling the home?
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      Latest: Selling house awaiting decision. Kaylin, Mar 7, 2017
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    3. Expenses

      How to show expenses on the application. Or how to show an increase or decrease in expenses.
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      Latest: A and A denied Kaylin, Apr 26, 2017
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    4. Waiting on Updates

      Are you waiting on updates from the VA? Waiting to find out if the applicant was awarded or not? This is where you can ask questions and find support.
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      Latest: How Long Until 1st Check? Kaylin, Jun 22, 2017 at 8:13 AM
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    5. General Discussion

      An open discussion about Aid & Attendance
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      Latest: VA Form 21-0779 Request for Nursing Home Information in Connection With Claim for A&A Kaylin, Jun 22, 2017 at 8:20 AM
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  5. Share Your Story

    1. Share Your Personal Experience

      Share your experiences with filing for the Aid & Attendance Benefit or dealing with the Veteran's Administration
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      Latest: My VA Aid and Attendance Story Kaylin, Jun 22, 2017 at 8:25 AM
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  6. Resources

    1. Tips and Resources

      List useful tips and resources that you have found to help navigate the Veteran's Administration
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      Latest: Separate Account Clarification RJH, Apr 20, 2017
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