How to get approved for VR&E/Voc Rehab - Best tips - Veterans Readiness and Employment

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@smokeythecat8967 5 ай бұрын

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.

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

What state are you in?

@cdlhdrones 4 ай бұрын

Your last sentence is so true!!!

@smokeythecat8967 4 ай бұрын

@@Astrokeofluck I live in CA

@Astrokeofluck 3 ай бұрын

@@cdlhdrones oh yes

@Astrokeofluck 3 ай бұрын

@@smokeythecat8967 I've heard rumors counselors are notoriously bad there. Especially LA office

@LuisRodriguez-vk2ym 5 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

@Astrokeofluck 4 ай бұрын

I got a video coming up about this

@louishall700 2 ай бұрын

Folks be prepared to fight hard for your benefits.

@Astrokeofluck 2 ай бұрын

Yes sir

@Matt-Holdren 5 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

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Have you got an initial interview date ?

@HD_Santa Күн 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. 🤞

@SpecialistCinema 5 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.

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Thanks man. I appreciate that. It's definitely a motivating factor to keep making videos

@SpecialistCinema 5 ай бұрын

@@Astrokeofluck for one comment you have to assume at least 4 other people have benefited. Keep it up.

@stevenmejia4982 3 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

@SpecialistCinema 3 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.

@Astrokeofluck 3 ай бұрын

@@stevenmejia4982 good luck! Do you already have a first class medical ?

@gripandgolf2 5 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

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@thesoundsofconsciousness499 5 ай бұрын

Thank for the simple break down!

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@marcusjones3011 19 күн бұрын

Great info

@Astrokeofluck 19 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@smithhueso3247 5 ай бұрын

Perfect explanation! You must have been an NCO or Warrant Officer...

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Nope. Just a regular ole enlisted knuckle dragger

@justinlawson8413 3 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.

@Astrokeofluck 3 ай бұрын

Of course! Best of luck!

@jazzjackson9875 5 ай бұрын

Excellent!

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Good luck !

@theeelzzz 4 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!

@Astrokeofluck 4 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?

@oscarramirez5807 4 күн бұрын

Any updates?

@antonioalfaro5749 5 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.

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

No age limit. When is was your separation date ?

@antonioalfaro5749 5 ай бұрын

@@Astrokeofluck Dec. 3, 1987 the 2nd and last time I separated. The first time was May 15, 1985.

@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

Have you submitted a VA claim in the last 12 years ?

@antonioalfaro5749 5 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.

@Astrokeofluck 3 ай бұрын

Hopefully things start to get better for you. Hooyah

@MustBnice71 3 ай бұрын

Appointment next month..great info

@Astrokeofluck 2 ай бұрын

Good luck!!

@James_dtfllc 2 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?

@Astrokeofluck 2 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_dtfllc 2 ай бұрын

@@Astrokeofluck thank you! I will let you know how it goes, absolutely!

@NoisetteRoseProduction Ай 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?

@Astrokeofluck Ай 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.

@ORTZFLEETNESS 25 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?

@ashaniquecarradine1420 24 күн бұрын

That’s a great question

@Astrokeofluck 4 күн бұрын

I know a guy that did that for a year.

@Marcothemillionaire 2 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

@Astrokeofluck 4 күн бұрын

Did you get the program you wanted ?

@jrm8389 2 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?

@Astrokeofluck 2 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

@rickkane8043 2 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…

@Astrokeofluck 2 ай бұрын

So they said you were approved ?

@trelurkdazombiegod2877 Ай бұрын

What does legal duty to serve mean?

@Astrokeofluck Ай 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

@rachelreed4360 5 ай бұрын

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@Astrokeofluck 5 ай бұрын

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@fernandobrown4670 3 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

@Astrokeofluck 3 ай бұрын

How did it go?

@fernandobrown4670 3 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"?

@Astrokeofluck 3 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.

@Astrokeofluck 2 ай бұрын

@@fernandobrown4670 I don't see why not. I would review the M28C for eligibility requirements.

@fernandobrown4670 2 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.

@heartandmindovercome3214 3 ай бұрын

What if you currently don't have a job?

@Astrokeofluck 3 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-we7vt Ай 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.

@Astrokeofluck 4 күн бұрын

VRE might be helpful for you because you will get a counselor. Do you have a rating?

@ZZ-we7vt 4 күн бұрын

@Astrokeofluck yep I get the p&t

@Astrokeofluck 3 күн бұрын

You should definitely look at applying

@ZZ-we7vt 3 күн бұрын

@@Astrokeofluck already in the works thanks