Your DD Form 214, also known as just DD214, is the official name of your military discharge papers. Every Veteran should receive this Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty when they leave military service. Vets should hold on…
The VA announced a proposal that would overhaul its Program for Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers. The 198-page proposed rule would expand eligibility for thousands of Veterans and affect eligibility for thousands of Veterans already enrolled in the program. What…
The VA’s Veterans Pension program provides monthly payments to wartime Veterans who meet certain age or disability requirements, and who have income and net worth within certain limits. Find out if you’re eligible for this benefit now and what the…
Several important changes are coming to TRICARE in 2025, some of which could result in beneficiaries getting kicked off their health plans if certain steps are not taken. Starting January 1, 2025, TRICARE is transitioning to “T-5” contracts for the…
The VA announced in September 2024 that it will conduct a study to find whether the chemicals in military-grade firefighting foam are linked to kidney cancer. If a link is found, kidney cancer may be considered a presumptive service-connected condition…
Veterans who were exposed to toxins during their military service should consider filing a new claim, even if they already receive disability pay. Here’s how the PACT Act can benefit existing VA beneficiaries. What is the PACT Act? The PACT…
In July 2024, the U.S. Army and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the start of a joint project to sample and test drinking water wells near Army installations for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The project will investigate 235 locations to…
A U.S. Army sergeant and his family were awarded over $10 million in a lawsuit for economic and medical damages caused by toxic, mold-infested military housing at Fort Cavazos. The property management company, previously known as Fort Hood Family Housing,…
In April, the VA announced that Veterans who received other than honorable discharges for misconduct, questionable behavior, or homosexuality will have the opportunity to apply for VA health care and benefits. The VA plans to change the regulation around “character…
Veterans receiving special benefits from the VA and other organizations may not be required to pay taxes on them, depending on a variety of factors. One of the biggest factors to consider is the state the Veteran resides in. Many…