benefits

I called today to see what they could tell me about the VA ratings. They told me it was in decision phase. On the phone they said that it was great news but I know that VA moves like a snail stuck in peanut butter sometimes. Does anyone have any insight? I am the awkward Marine that is in Ft...

I need help clarifying a few things with benefits/retirement pay. I was consistently told by PEBLOs, MSC’s, Counsel at the end of the MEB process to list any additional conditions and go file and possibly raise rating to 100. Currently VA 90 and a recently full medically retired O-3 70% Air...

I did a search but couldn't find an answer. I'm getting $2100 disability benefits a month after a stroke and just started working part time now. I know that the 1st 9 months we can make any amount and the disability payment is not affected; but I make a little more than the allowed per month...

Hello, I was medically discharged three weeks ago, and I filed for unemployment benefits as soon as I hit my DOS. I submitted my DD214 and I received the wages on the 7th of November, but it dropped to $0.00 on the 10th of November due to unspecified reasons. Has anyone experienced this before...

Good day to all! I'm not sure if this post should go here but I need some feedback on some pay info that just hit me. I'm a PO2 that was placed on TDRL in 2020. VA rated at 90%. I was in for 7 years. I have been receiving my VA pay every month since discharge in June of 2020 but I also...

I am currently waiting for my PCM to write/send a report to AFPC concerning a genetic inheritance of cardiomyopathy/possible hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Im just 4 years shy in active duty and my medical situation has been going on for 2 years now and we just found out that this was the cause...

Today I want to discuss the VA’s VR&E program, or Chapter 31 Benefits. If you aren’t familiar with it, here is the link: Veteran Readiness and Employment (Chapter 31) | Veterans Affairs Bottomline, if you are in the IDES process, you are 100% eligible for this program no questions asked. You...

So after a delay due to this coronavirus I got my congressional sent to find out where my case is. I don’t get why I just can’t get a straight forward answer to my emails but that’s how this clock ticks. Why have an email and a phone number if you’re not gonna respond to it?

Hey y'all. Hope someone could possibly shed some light on some things. When retiring I was asked if I wanted to opt into the Survival Benefit Plan (SBP) or not. At the time, I figured $15 a month couldn't hurt and it sounded like a good idea. However, since I no longer receive Army Retired...

Hi - My husband was recently approved for SSDI and we are trying to find out where we find record of dependent benefits. Can anyone help me figure this out before I call SSA and wait on hold forever? Thank you in advance!

I was put on tdrl at 100% and recently had another exam where they are trying to put me on permanent retirement. It is great since I don't have to go more exams. The only thing is that they have changed it from 100% to 40%. What does that change for me and my family being being changed from...

I currently am rated 100% by the VA and 100% for TDRL, but I fear that my lack of treatment compliance with regular doctor visits in the last two years will almost certainly reduce my PDRL rating substantially, if they even deem me worthy of PDRL status at all. Accordingly, I have three...

Hello everyone, Veterans can receive a free medical ID. While this benefit is not widely advertised, we hope to share this guide on claiming free medical alert bracelets and necklaces for veterans. Kindly refer to this infographic which we produced to build awareness of this VA program...

Hi. hoping for some answers. USAF veteran separated 07/1984. While on active duty I was a Security Specialist and stood guard in close proximity to F-15's and F-104's. I have recently requested my medical records from DOD, but have not received them yet. I cannot remember if I was ever treated...

After meeting with my Voc Rehab counselor, it seems like Voc Rehab isn't that useful for veterans who want to take a non-linear career path. Since Voc Rehab benefits are so dependent on what your counselor decides to do for you, I'm about to not use it at all. Since I don't want to go back to...

I keep hearing conflicting information about disability pay. Since I'm going to be permanently retired, do I get my VA paycheck AND a disability paycheck+retirement benefits or just the VA paycheck with the retirement benefits?

Hello, I'm so confused and this has been a long process, but now things are moving super fast. So I received notification of being placed on Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL). I'm confused on how this affects my future going forward and what happens with my dependent. My spouse is...

Hi Everyone! My situation: I have 18 yrs of active service in the Army. I am have been told by my doc that I've met MDRP and will be submitted to the med-board process. I know that based on my condition that I'll most likely be placed on the TDRL (PTSD, TBI, Cognitive Disorder/Memory, &...