Military veterans can collect benefits from both Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), but there are some caveats. These federal agencies have different rules and processes to determine eligibility and payments. Qualifying for disability payments from the VA doesn’t
Being a soldier takes a significant toll on both the mind and the body. Despite the hardship and stress associated with active deployment, spending time as a prisoner of war (POW) is perhaps the most negatively impactful situation a soldier
Serving in the military can involve traveling and moving from country to country. Subsequently, it is not uncommon for many veterans to move out of the country. Settling overseas is exciting, but it has its fair share of challenges (language
VA disability benefits aim to provide income for injured vets. Although helpful, this income is often not enough. You may need to supplement disability benefits with earned income simultaneously. Working and VA benefit eligibility Having a job while applying for
If you are a veteran and cannot work due to a service-related disability, you may be eligible for VA IU benefits. You can receive the same disability benefits as a veteran who has a 100% disability rating. The main benefits of
If you are a veteran who has been diagnosed with tinnitus, you may be able to file a claim for disability benefits from the VA. Tinnitus is a hearing impairment caused by high-pitched sounds that can result from explosions and
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