Category: Veteran Support

Do you need to appeal a rejection on a VA benefits claim?

What was once a slower and bureaucratic process, has gotten much easier. Now, you can file any appeal all online if you’re a veteran who’s received a benefits rejection from your regional Veterans Affairs office.

Here are three ways to make an appeal, how to do it online, and what to expect during the process.

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Mental health is a very serious issue that concerns many veterans. Despite the massive leap forward in understanding the science of depression and post-traumatic stress disorder, mental health still has a lofty stigma attached to it that prevents many people from reaching out to get the help that they need. Help is the topic of the article you’re currently reading, and we’re here to shine a light on seven conditions that can qualify you for assistance. 

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Self-Care Tips for Veterans

According to numerous studies, anxiety, depression, and PTSD are some of the most common conditions US veterans suffer. Those who have served in the military are more likely to suffer from mental health concerns and conditions. 

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Can video games be a source of recuperation for veterans who have suffered PTSD and other forms of mental illness? While there’s a lot to unpack on the topic, and it depends on the games you play, there is some evidence to support a therapeutic element. We’ll explore some recent research into this topic.

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Our collective hearts sink every time we see a veteran dealing with a form of disability. It reminds us that no matter how involved and wrapped up we sometimes get in our own lives, there are those who are making sacrifices to ensure our freedom and domestic tranquility as people. Even more tragic are the wounds that we can’t see on the surface. The mental health of our veterans is a growing concern, as is the number of cases involving TBI. 

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In 2020, the world was thrown upon its axis at the onset of a global pandemic. As many of us began to worry about the outcome, terms such as social distancing and quarantine became the new norm as we adjusted to a world of uncertainty. As a result, many individuals were forced to file for unemployment assistance, and many businesses were forced to close their doors due to the limited customer interactions. As the world has returned to a relative state of normalcy, many people have begun to re-enter the working world. While some have found employment with relative ease, some have encountered difficulty due to skills that are either outdated or limited. Among these are veterans. 

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