I am in the VR&E program and it was a crap show to actually get approved for it. The counselor was incompetent and denied me initially because of "reasons" that they could not explain other than audits wouldn't allow it. Then I contacted a Department of Rehabilitation representative (not knowing they work together) and they said I DID qualify. I told the DOR rep about the experience and it turned out that I was lied to. Just be prepared to be persistent because there are people in positions in that organization that just don't care or might be incompetent.
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
What state are you in?
@cdlhdrones4 ай бұрын
Your last sentence is so true!!!
@smokeythecat89674 ай бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck I live in CA
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
@@cdlhdrones oh yes
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
@@smokeythecat8967 I've heard rumors counselors are notoriously bad there. Especially LA office
@LuisRodriguez-vk2ym5 ай бұрын
It's easier to get approved...what's difficult is to get approved for what you want. It's not what you want, it's what they say you need
@Astrokeofluck4 ай бұрын
I got a video coming up about this
@louishall7002 ай бұрын
Folks be prepared to fight hard for your benefits.
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
Yes sir
@Matt-Holdren5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. I filed my initial disability claim in December of 2022, I got partially rated last week and applied for VR&E Friday! I’ve been using my GI bill since I got out
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Have you got an initial interview date ?
@HD_SantaКүн бұрын
Thank you for the video. I will be tackling this again soon. I was denied at the beginning of the year, and I have a year to apply again. 🤞
@SpecialistCinema5 ай бұрын
Dude thank you! I already said this but I got approved following your advice. 1st try. Did the homework and it was a simple process.
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Thanks man. I appreciate that. It's definitely a motivating factor to keep making videos
@SpecialistCinema5 ай бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck for one comment you have to assume at least 4 other people have benefited. Keep it up.
@stevenmejia49823 ай бұрын
I’m at 90 % disability woth a pending claim for major depression and PTSD. Waiting to finalize that and then I’ll apply. Going from a Texas cop to hopefully train to be a a Heli pilot in Florida
@SpecialistCinema3 ай бұрын
@@stevenmejia4982 TYFYS Sorry you going through that junk, Good luck to you Don't give up if you don't get that 100% you just have to show your symptoms. Dude Oklahoma needs Heli pilots, good career field. Best wishes regardless.
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
@@stevenmejia4982 good luck! Do you already have a first class medical ?
@gripandgolf25 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video. I have an appointment next month. Will do my preparation next week. Glad I stumbled into your video. Wish me luck
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@thesoundsofconsciousness4995 ай бұрын
Thank for the simple break down!
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@marcusjones301119 күн бұрын
Great info
@Astrokeofluck19 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@smithhueso32475 ай бұрын
Perfect explanation! You must have been an NCO or Warrant Officer...
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Nope. Just a regular ole enlisted knuckle dragger
@justinlawson84133 ай бұрын
Thank you for this info. I have my initial appointment tomorrow late in the morning. I have a 70% disability rating and I am currently working on becoming an electrician. In the fall I start at my local electrician union apprenticeship training program. I'm hoping I will still qualify for VR&E because my TBI is pretty bad and I can definitely use their help.
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
Of course! Best of luck!
@jazzjackson98755 ай бұрын
Excellent!
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Good luck !
@theeelzzz4 ай бұрын
I'm enrolled at Liberty University in the Professional Pilot degree program and have my VR&E initial evaluation next Tuesday. Could really use some help developing my justification for my current and desired jobs!
@Astrokeofluck4 ай бұрын
First, I would look to see if there are any other programs in your area that are R-ATP and will take the GI Bill. The Liberty program is trash, in my opinion, it's worth going elsewhere if you have the option. Second, do you already have your first class medical? private pilot license?
@oscarramirez58074 күн бұрын
Any updates?
@antonioalfaro57495 ай бұрын
What is the age limit to qualify for VR&E benefits. I still wanted to work, but health issues severely affected my job, I left. I still like to work at my age.
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
No age limit. When is was your separation date ?
@antonioalfaro57495 ай бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck Dec. 3, 1987 the 2nd and last time I separated. The first time was May 15, 1985.
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
Have you submitted a VA claim in the last 12 years ?
@antonioalfaro57495 ай бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck Yes, just got my badly needed service connected disability. I can now start sorting out which medical bill debts, I can pay first. I am hoping VR&E can help an old man get a job or re-trained for a different type of work, other then phone customer service job. Tinnitus and bad hearing loss, made me realized no more phone job for me. Thanks for all you do, for us veterans.
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
Hopefully things start to get better for you. Hooyah
@MustBnice713 ай бұрын
Appointment next month..great info
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
Good luck!!
@James_dtfllc2 ай бұрын
I am rated at 70% for PTSD. I am a police officer and have been for 4 years, but this current job is not suitable for me due to aggravating my PTSD. My prospective career is MRI tech and is relatively relaxed with minimal exposure to traumatic events. I applied to VR&E a week ago and I am just waiting on my initial meeting date. Do you think my argument as to why I feel like I am entitled to VR&E is valid?
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
100%. Your disability could, and I'm sure does, effect your ability to do your job. Not only that, but it could trigger your PTSD. Whatever it does, make sure you articulate it! After your first meeting, please send and email to VREinfo4veterans@gmail.com with your experience, questions they asked, and what you wish you knew. I use this info the help other Vets. Best of luck
@James_dtfllc2 ай бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck thank you! I will let you know how it goes, absolutely!
@NoisetteRoseProductionАй бұрын
Greetings I have orientation in a month I was denied a year ago. I am currently 100% for stressor trauma. My job 4 years ago was IT project manager remotely, but became to overwhelming. I have been going to school now for a year for a BS in digital cinematography. Which encompasses, writing, photography etc. How do I articulate this is what I want to do, other than have folks yelling at me all day?
@AstrokeofluckАй бұрын
@@NoisetteRoseProduction To the VA, it doesn't really matter what YOU want to do, unfortunately. Your interests matter some, but only after you are approved. To get approved you need to explain why, how, and to what extent your current career aggravates X service connected disability and why your future career will not aggravate X service connected disability.
@ORTZFLEETNESS25 күн бұрын
did everyone had to go do voluntary work for 3 months so they can make sure you can go to school? Or is it just me?
@ashaniquecarradine142024 күн бұрын
That’s a great question
@Astrokeofluck4 күн бұрын
I know a guy that did that for a year.
@Marcothemillionaire2 ай бұрын
I got approved but my VRE councilor trying get me drop out the program due to me have a mater degree but I can't find a job> I been in the program for 9 months she finally telling me about my computer career cyber warrior program
@Astrokeofluck4 күн бұрын
Did you get the program you wanted ?
@jrm83892 ай бұрын
So I noticed you mentioned singular disability. If you're required to list all disabilities and have multiple, how can you convey which disabilities would or wouldn't be affected?
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
Yes! You will list all of your disability. However, there should be a place where they essentially ask "what is the issue you are experiencing" that is where you press on the specific disability and what's the problem
@rickkane80432 ай бұрын
I did my 1st interview and they applied me but they scheduled me for 2nd interview or meeting? You got a clue whats the 2nd interview or meeting…
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
So they said you were approved ?
@trelurkdazombiegod2877Ай бұрын
What does legal duty to serve mean?
@AstrokeofluckАй бұрын
Legal duty to assist. They have a legal duty, by law, to help you develop your claim. In other words, if they shouldn't be there just trying to disapprove you
@rachelreed43605 ай бұрын
🙌
@Astrokeofluck5 ай бұрын
😬
@fernandobrown46703 ай бұрын
Thank you for the most up to date information. Very informative. My situation is unique. Currently, Unemployed. With my professional exp I’m looking to join the rapid program. Any guidance is welcomed. My meeting is tomorrow 0800 #Chicago
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
How did it go?
@fernandobrown46703 ай бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck My meeting went well. I was redeem eligible. Part 2 was the action plan that consisted of 3 vocational goals, market research, job search, and questions. UPDATE: Fernando i do have your academic planning sheet and I will be working on getting your plan developed so we can begin supporting your education during your next term as we discussed. Aug 20th is my next scheduled meeting. Do you think my program could be "Employment Through Long-Term Services"?
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
@@fernandobrown4670 as long as you can demonstrate that you will be facing significant barriers to employment due to your disability, and traditional employment services might not suffice.
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
@@fernandobrown4670 I don't see why not. I would review the M28C for eligibility requirements.
@fernandobrown46702 ай бұрын
Most def. I have and will leading up to my 8-20 meeting. BIG thank you! You’ve played a key role in prep.
@heartandmindovercome32143 ай бұрын
What if you currently don't have a job?
@Astrokeofluck3 ай бұрын
No matter. You don't need a job in order to apply. It will help you get approved more likely than not. How is your current unemployment status influenced by your service connected disabilities? Make sure you articulate that in your first meeting
@ZZ-we7vtАй бұрын
How does using your gi bill for a trade school thinking you could do the work but failed because is wast suitable for you and then trying a different trade that wasnt any better so that leaves the VR&E program left as an only choice because i cant get or hold a job for the life of due to lack of education or experience in the work force. Can I expect to get a better direction from this program because im drowning out here and it isn't fun at all.
@Astrokeofluck4 күн бұрын
VRE might be helpful for you because you will get a counselor. Do you have a rating?
@ZZ-we7vt4 күн бұрын
@Astrokeofluck yep I get the p&t
@Astrokeofluck3 күн бұрын
You should definitely look at applying
@ZZ-we7vt3 күн бұрын
@@Astrokeofluck already in the works thanks
@juanpablomagadan52962 ай бұрын
Are the meetings Online or in-person?
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
Online
@mikejackson17852 ай бұрын
Hey man should I let them know I have been diagnosed with cancer? It’s Leukemia
@mikejackson17852 ай бұрын
@astrokeofluck
@Astrokeofluck2 ай бұрын
I'm sorry to hear that! You're in my prayers Yes! Definitely something I would mention if it were me
@swagginrightsgamingАй бұрын
What if you have no service connected disability. Can you apply for them to look into that ? Also can you do this for school ?