Navigation There are a lot of organizations that can be found online who represent Veterans in their pursuit of VA disability benefits. However, not all of these organizations are accredited to handle VA disability claims by the Department of Veterans Affairs. As with any certification, the VA disability accreditation shows that these organizations are well versed […]
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Is it time for my parent to stop driving?
As our parents age, we often find ourselves in the role of caregiver. One of the most challenging aspects of this role can be addressing concerns about their ability to drive safely. The risks senior drivers face Older drivers face unique risks on the road. Age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time can increase […]
What is Separation Pay Recoupment and When Can VA Act?
Recoupment of Separation Pay by VA is conducted in certain situations with Veterans whose entitlement to disability compensation arose on or after September 15, 1981. Any Veterans whose service or entitlement to disability was established prior to September 15, 1981 are not subject to these provisions. Specifically, the VA in the Code of Federal Regulations […]
A new change to SSI rules may benefit certain older adults
The Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees both retirement benefits for working professionals and disability benefit programs. Different types of benefits are available for people with disabling medical conditions. Those with health challenges that prevent them from working and who have had jobs previously might qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Certain other people, […]
Social Security Removing Barriers to Accessing SSI Payments
The Social Security Administration has issued a press release notifying the public of a final rule, “Omitting Food from In-Kind Support and Maintenance (ISM) Calculations.” This final rule announces the first of several updates to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) regulations. SSI is a monthly payment for adults and children with a disability who have limited […]