VA Disability Compensation vs. Pension
Posted in Uncategorized on June 14, 2017
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
For disabled U.S. veterans facing unemployment due to their injuries, or needing assistance with the costs of daily living, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers two monthly, tax-free benefits that can help lift the financial burden. Compensation and pension are two helpful, but very different, ways a disabled veteran and his or Read More »
How to Find and Request Military Records Online
Posted in Uncategorized on April 3, 2017
Tags: aid and attendance, military, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
If you are searching for the military records of a loved one, or need your own military records, there are several tools available to help you locate and request these documents. One of the best places to start is the National Archives, the government organization tasked with saving the most important documents, records, and photos Read More »
2017 Changes for Social Security
Posted in Uncategorized on December 5, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, veterans benefits
More than 65 million retired Americans and their dependents are projected to receive benefits from the U.S. government in 2017 via monthly Social Security payments, and keeping up with the changes to filing policies and strategies can be a daunting task. In particular, 2016 saw significant changes to Social Security claiming rules, after an emergency Read More »
Proud Military Spouse Badge Project
Posted in Uncategorized on November 21, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, charity, military, military spouses, veterans benefits, women
The brave men and women who are or have fought for our country have some of the most supportive families. With VeteranAid.org's Proud Military Spouse Badge Project, we are supporting a charity that is near and dear to military families - Operation Homefront. Operation Homefront's mission is to "build strong, stable, and secure military families Read More »
VA Pension Benefits: Free Guide Explains the Basics, Outlines Process
Posted in Uncategorized on November 1, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
More than a third of seniors over the age of 65 – or almost 9.3 million people – are military veterans or spouses of military veterans. Their service has earned them many benefits that can help make life easier and more affordable, especially later in life. Unfortunately, statistics also show that 69% of veterans and Read More »
The Best and Worst States for Retired U.S. Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on September 30, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, city guide, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
The average age for a retiring U.S. military officer is just 47 years old – 43 for non-disability enlisted personnel – meaning that a retired veteran has many years of life ahead of him or her after retiring. Many choose to start new careers, continue their education, or even start their own business. In any Read More »
Money Waiting: Little-Known VA Benefit Helps Pay for Caregiving
Posted in Uncategorized on August 18, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Veterans and surviving spouses of veterans may be missing out on a little-known but extremely helpful benefit from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aimed at offering an “improved pension.” Known as the Aid and Attendance (A&A) Improved Pension, this benefit is specifically designed to financially assist veterans or surviving spouses who need help with Read More »
‘My Life, My Story’ Helps VA Patients Share More with Their Physicians
Posted in Uncategorized on August 1, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Recent studies show that the majority of U.S. physicians spend only 15-20 minutes with each patient, with some spending as little as 9 minutes with each. In a world where doctors feel rushed to see as many patients as possible, and are inundated with charts, vitals, and lists of symptoms, they work to make the Read More »
Top 10 VeteranAid Blog Posts of 2015
Posted in Uncategorized on May 25, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, military, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
It's hard to believe that the year is almost halfway over. The VeteranAid blog started in October of last year. Here are the top 10 most popular blog posts from 2015: 7 Outstanding Professional Athletes that Served in the Military The connection between excelling in the military and in the sports arena are obvious. Hard work, dedication, Read More »
Important Tax Deductions for Assisted Living
Posted in Uncategorized on May 19, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors
As your parents or other senior loved ones age, you are most likely playing a role in their care. And while some prepared seniors may have the funds to cover their care costs, many will end up needing financial assistance from family members. The good news is that some of these expenses may actually be Read More »
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