VA Disability Compensation vs. Pension
Posted in Uncategorized on June 14, 2017
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
For disabled U.S. veterans facing unemployment due to their injuries, or needing assistance with the costs of daily living, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers two monthly, tax-free benefits that can help lift the financial burden. Compensation and pension are two helpful, but very different, ways a disabled veteran and his or Read More »
Veterans Benefits by State
Posted in Uncategorized on June 13, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
While the federal veterans benefits are more widely known, the local benefits can vary greatly depending on the state. Some state benefits may include support groups, local VA facilities, discounts, and education benefits. As far as the quality and quantity of the benefits they provide, some states are ranked more highly for state veterans benefits while others Read More »
Veterans Benefits in New Jersey
Posted in Uncategorized on June 12, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
More than 413,000 veterans and their dependents call the state of New Jersey home, and their honorable service has earned them a long list of benefits. Veterans at times may need assistance accessing these benefits or connecting with the organizations whose goal is to assist veterans. A great place to start is the state’s veteran Read More »
How the VA Can Help you Buy a House
Posted in Uncategorized on June 7, 2017
Tags: military, VA programs, veterans
A 20 percent down payment on a house of any price is painful for most homebuyers. While alternatives can always be pursued, it is difficult to compete with the benefits of a VA loan, which does not require a down payment at all. “This historic, government-backed loan product is arguably the most advantageous mortgage on the market, Read More »
Veterans Benefits in Louisiana
Posted in Uncategorized on June 6, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
For the more than 320,000 veterans living in Louisiana, as well as their families, their service and sacrifices has entitled them to numerous support services and benefits. Knowing how and where to access these resources, however, can be a bit daunting. A great place to start is the Louisiana Veterans Affairs Department (LVDA), an office Read More »
Veterans Benefits in Montana
Posted in Uncategorized on June 1, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
Montana is the United States’ fourth-largest state geographically and has one of the largest per capita veteran populations. For veterans and active duty members living here, there is a wide range of benefits their service has earned. Finding quality health care is always a primary concern for veterans and their families, and the VA Montana Read More »
Veteran Benefits in Minnesota
Posted in Uncategorized on May 16, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Almost 400,000 U.S. armed forces veterans live in the Land of 10,000 lakes, and Minnesota veterans and their families are eligible for a long list of benefits as a result of their honorable service to their country. If you are just learning about the benefits you or a loved one may be eligible to receive, Read More »
Veterans Benefits in New Hampshire
Posted in Uncategorized on May 8, 2017
Tags: military, state guide, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, the state of New Hampshire is home to more than 111,000 veterans, with almost half being over the age of 65. The state offers numerous benefits for these veterans and their families, and the State Office of Veterans Services is an excellent starting point to learning more Read More »
Honor Flights Offer Veterans One More Tour With Honor
Posted in Uncategorized on May 3, 2017
Tags: military, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
For most World War II veterans, the idea of visiting the National WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C., is a lovely but seemingly unattainable dream. The memorial, which opened in 2004, honors the 16 million members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served in the conflict, including the more than 400,000 who died. For a senior Read More »
Hero Miles: Reuniting Families of Injured Warriors
Posted in Uncategorized on May 2, 2017
Tags: charity, military, veterans, veterans benefits
When a U.S. service member is injured or ill, he or she may need to receive treatment at a VA facility far from home, making for a long, lonely recovery process. Traveling to their treatment location can be an expensive undertaking, not to mention paying for loved ones to travel there to be at their Read More »
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