Navigation While the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promises to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act (PACT Act) covers some instances of toxic exposure at domestic military bases, such as Camp Lejeune, there are other enormous gaps in recognition. Veterans have begun ramping up the effort to warn Congress that serious issues are slipping through the […]
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Can I Go to Social Security without an Appointment?
Since the Social Security Administration (SSA) implemented an appointment-only policy in November of 2024, SSA has encouraged people to utilize phone and online services; however, there are long wait times, and many disabled individuals are unable to navigate online services. Social Security released an Emergency Message (EM 24059 REV 2) today, August 6, 2025, which […]
Specially Adapted Housing Program for Veterans
The VA’s Specially Adapted Housing Program (SAH) provides grants to Veterans and service members with certain service-connected disabilities to buy or change a home to meet their needs. Created in 1948, the SAH program administers grants to Veterans with certain severe service-connected conditions such as loss of limb or blindness. The grant can be used […]
Veterans Receiving Disability May Have Been Underpaid
I’ve written before about the report made last year by the VA Office of Inspector General (OIG), which found the VA spent $1.4 million on unnecessary C&Ps from April through September 2023. Now, the OIG has released a new report regarding the VA’s Calculator for Special Monthly Compensation, showing that Veterans may have received lower […]
Can mental health impact your eligibility for veterans disability benefits?
Mental health conditions can affect your life in ways that aren’t always visible. They may disrupt routines, strain relationships or undermine long-term stability. While physical injuries often receive immediate attention, mental health concerns are frequently overlooked or misunderstood. Many veterans don’t realize they may qualify for disability benefits – even if their symptoms appeared after […]