The Department of Veteran Affairs recently announced that they are extending the deadline for Gulf War veterans to claim disability for illnesses related to their military service. The VA originally said they would stop accepting claims on December 31, 2021, however now they have extended the date to December 31, 2026. TRENDING: Congress Gives U.S. Veterans a Generous … [Read more...] about VA Announces They Are Extending Disability Deadline for Gulf War Vets
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On Jan.1 Military Retirees Will Have to Start Paying More for Prescriptions
Tricare officials have announced that pharmacy costs will be increasing on Jan. 1, 2022, for military retirees and their families. Co-payments will also be increasing for active-duty military families. The increases will range from $1 to $8. The military pharmacy will still be the most affordable option for military beneficiaries to get their medications. At … [Read more...] about On Jan.1 Military Retirees Will Have to Start Paying More for Prescriptions
The VA Announces Monthly Benefit Payouts Will Decrease Starting in January for 600,000 Veterans – Here’s Why
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced that they are resuming debt collections on benefit and medical copays, which was previously paused due to the pandemic. Veterans who owe the VA money can expect to receive notifications from the VA this month, if they haven’t already. The VA’s move to resume collections has left many veterans feeling frustrated, … [Read more...] about The VA Announces Monthly Benefit Payouts Will Decrease Starting in January for 600,000 Veterans – Here’s Why
Military Retirees, Disabled Vets Getting Largest Pay Raise in Decades Beginning in 2022
Starting in 2022, military retirees and disabled vets are due to get the largest increase in their monthly checks since 1983. Many could see their monthly checks jump by hundreds of dollars. The adjustment rate was announced by the Social Security Administration this week, and it will be an increase of 5.9% compared to 2021. The VA is required to adjust disability … [Read more...] about Military Retirees, Disabled Vets Getting Largest Pay Raise in Decades Beginning in 2022
Are You Owed Money from VA? More Than 115,000 Veterans Could Be Due Up to $2,700 for GI Bill Refunds
More than $300 million belonging to veterans could be unclaimed, and the VA is currently seeking out the veterans who may be owed refunds. The refund is for those who made GI Bill contributions through the Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP). The VEAP program was available to active-duty military personnel who served between Jan. 1, 1977, and June 30, … [Read more...] about Are You Owed Money from VA? More Than 115,000 Veterans Could Be Due Up to $2,700 for GI Bill Refunds