We like to use our blog as a way to update you about news and changes in Social Security Disability and Veterans' Disability Benefits, as well as to provide you with helpful information and tips.
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Veterans to Receive Largest Compensation Boost in DecadesFederal officials have announced that for 2023 disabled veterans, military retirees, and others will get the largest Cost-of-Living (COLA) increase in 42 years.
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When is it a Good Idea to File an Insurance Claim (And When is it Not)?There are many situations where filing a claim is a poor choice and other situations where not filing is an equally bad decision. We’ll try to sort this out for you.
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4 Ways to Get Better Service from Social SecurityThe pandemic has been hard on Social Security customer service. You know this firsthand if you have tried to call Social Security for answers to your questions.
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As a Veteran Do I Need to Enroll in Medicare Part D?Even If you are a veteran enrolled in the VA health care system there can be situations where it is advantageous to sign up for Medicare Part D.
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Comfort Food: Sweet and Healthy PopcornWho doesn’t love caramel corn? Here’s a healthy alternative that tastes just as sweet and good.
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VA Staged Ratings Can Change Your VA Disability BenefitsIf you are a disabled veteran you may be entitled to different ratings for different periods of time. These different ratings are called "staged ratings."
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Medication Side Effects May Qualify You for Increased VA CompensationVeterans experiencing adverse symptoms caused by medications taken to address service-connected impairments may be eligible for additional VA compensation.
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6 Ways to Put a Pin in InflationThere is no way to sugar-coat it—everyone is being pinched by inflation. But you don’t just have to take it on the chin.
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Question of the Month: What is Veteran Readiness and Employment (Chapter 31)?If you have a service-connected disability that prevents you from working or limits your ability to work or, Veteran Readiness and Employment can help.
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Medicare Coverage for Telehealth Likely to be Extended to the End of 2024In a rare show of bi-partisan support the House overwhelmingly approved a bill that will extend Medicare coverage for telehealth through the end of 2024.