What is a Statement in Support of Claim? A statement in support of claim is for information that veterans, family members, friends, colleagues, and/or former service members can submit to …
Applying for Family Caregiver Benefits
Last week we focused on the history and eligibility requirements of the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC). If you missed it, go here to catch up! This …
Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers
Another important goal of the Mission Act of 2018 was to improve veteran caregiver resources and support. One way of doing that was to expand eligibility for the VA Program of …
Supplemental Claims
As of February 19, 2019, there are three appeal/decision review options available for veterans if they disagree with the VA’s claim and rating decision. Those three choices are supplemental claims, …
Asbestos Exposure & Ratings
What is Asbestos? National attention over asbestos exposure has died down these days, but the health risks it poses are still valid and concerning. Asbestos is the name for the …
Employee Spotlight- Victoria Hardy
Employee Spotlight: Victoria Hardy Victoria’s contact information: Email: victoriah@bevetstrong.com Call: 843-312-9265 Get a FREE consultation with Victoria! All About Victoria Service rank and title: -United States Navy, Master …
Women Veterans Face Unique Challenges
Statistics There are around 2 million women veterans in the US. Women make up about 10% of the veteran population, but women veterans comprise less than 2% of the population …
Federal Worker Minimum Wage Increases to $15
Federal Worker Pay Increase Federal agencies are being directed to increase federal worker minimum wage to $15 per hour by January 30, 2022. This move is in alignment with the …
Understand Your Service-Connected Benefits
It’s not always crystal clear what benefits you have earned or can access at different service-connected levels and ratings. Many veterans aren’t utilizing the full spectrum of benefits simply because …
Mental Health Care Barriers
New Ruling for Mental Health Care The VA wants to eliminate copays for outpatient (non-VA system) mental health visits. Many veterans are aware of the limitations of seeking care solely …
