VA Benefits for Spouses of Disabled Veterans

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@alliemw 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to make and post these videos. My dad is 90% SCD, Vietnam (Agent Orange), all sorts of health problems since I can remember and what we now know was severe PTSD. We've been lucky, the two VA hospitals near us have been great, at least compared to some things I've heard in other places. Even with that, there's so much confusion, so much red tape, things that logically would seem cut and dry aren't. Had it not been for my brother getting the claim started and both of us staying on top of it, making sure every i was dotted and t crossed, my dad would've gotten frustrated and given up years ago. I understand there's a backlog, and there have to be procedures in place. If we had to do it over, the first thing we'd have done was hire an attorney. He's now 100%, with additional health issues. It's a mixture of feeling grateful and mad as hell all at once, all the time. But this is where we are and I believe with all my heart that there's higher purpose in choosing to do what's right vs what's easy. Even if it takes generations to realize, it matters.

@monicajohnson6061 2 жыл бұрын

Can a care giver qualified for those benifit care partner

@monicajohnson6061 2 жыл бұрын

Can a care partner qualified for the DEA benefits

@alliemw 2 жыл бұрын

@@monicajohnson6061 Hi Monica, are you asking about qualifying for the VA's caregiver programs? It depends on a number of things. If you think you might then it's certainly worth applying for. I'm not an expert by any means, I can only share my opinion and personal experience but I'm glad to do that. There are a few different caregiver programs and very little of it is made clear. There's an Aid & Attendance program which is an hourly rate and is paid to the Veteran who in turn pays the caregiver. I'm not sure if it covers a full 40 hours per week. There's an unpaid caregiver program that's easy to join. Although it's not compensated, if you're actively caring for a Veteran then I think it's definately worth joining for the support that's available from other caregivers. They'll also train you to be a Caregiver mentor if that interests you. It's a very supportive group regardless of what program or level you're classified as. If you search the VA's website, you'll most likely find the one that's what many people tend to believe is the only program. It's the one with a monthly stipend and can include CHAMPVA insurance. Even that program has more than one level. That program was once limited to post 9/11 caregivers but opened up in the last few years to include any era. When that happened, it appeared they were suddenly bombarded with applications and unable to take the time needed to process them, and instead approved ones that didn't qualify. Now they're going back over them with magnifying glass and I've seen a few get cut that clearly shouldn't have been. The downside is the same as what I've seen with VA benefits, it's either overdone or under what it should be. Of course politics plays into it which removes the human element. Then theres the blame game and no one wanting to take responsibility for what caused us to need military caregivers in the first place. I'd start with your local VA Caregiver Coordinator. Each VA facility should have one on staff. They can give you details of which program you'd most likely qualify for and explain why, so that you don't waste time applying for the wrong one. They'll help you if you'll be patient and understanding with them. It can be frustrating but I've yet to meet one that hasn't been overloaded with work and doing the best they can. It's sad to see what was once considered one of the most noble jobs that existed, to serve your country, lose that nobility. But I see struggles, those that seem to have been left behind, far more often than I see honor. I think it's fair to say that as hard as a soldier fights, they should plan to fight that battle twice. *And a VA-approved attorney with an unjaded, idealist heart who hopes to help others above all else is always a good idea. They aren't free, but they're worth what they charge.

@garybauschard7089 2 жыл бұрын

That's the truth what I don't understand if the va says it's presumptive why do u have to go see a nurse practioner to decide if u get benefits after you prove anything you want the president sighnsbthese acts and goes home and he thinks that's it I have decided img going full throttle to get what I deserve

@saundrablanchard7967 2 жыл бұрын

My husband is 100% permanently disabled he came home never to be reviewed again. I applied for the caregiver benefits and I was told I did not qualify. If I don’t qualify, no one does. It just isn’t right. Thank you for the great information.

@josepha2018 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, not right... I think they're saying the Caregiver benefits apply to those who were on active duty on or after September 01, 2001.

@michaelpickett1707 Жыл бұрын

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@ginnymonkclem7314 6 ай бұрын

Not true, I receive caregiver benefits. You need to get in touch with the right person.

@MichaelGordon-gk3ks 5 күн бұрын

@@ginnymonkclem7314 therein lies the problem, no one at the VA, the Community Care VA, the various VSO, the 800 number to tricare, no one not one knew who to call, the one I called could not get past the computer to talk to a live person

@quamicakeith1236 2 жыл бұрын

This is more information then anyone has given me in the entire time of my husbands disability the VA is not very helpful here in Ga. And because he cant speak or walk anymore I just do the best I can to keep things afloat. Pray for us please and may God always bless you business I wish I could hire you to help us.

@ginnymonkclem7314 6 ай бұрын

I connected with a VFW and they gave me a name and number of a gentleman that helps veterans get their benefits. He didn't charge anything and got my husband approved for 100% totally disabled. VA don't tell you that. What an awesome guy!

@MichaelGordon-gk3ks 5 күн бұрын

the VA isnt helpful anywhere, I personally think anyone at 50% or greater should be given a medicare type card, with 0 ded 0 co pay and told to get whatever help works best them be it the VA or a family practice

@modrie2399 4 жыл бұрын

During his illness and disability, I quit my job and was his caretaker without being added to his social security benefits and without compensation . Thank you.

@ggesner768 2 жыл бұрын

Care taker compensation is only for those veterans after 9/11

@anthonylenow9055 2 жыл бұрын

It changed on 1 October 2022, all can apply now

@stevenjames1951 4 жыл бұрын

If a vet risked his life as a vfw A vfw should get all benefits no questions asked. The vet Should be taken care of in all aspects.

@veragrimes5948 4 жыл бұрын

I'm service connected for prostate and had a operation do I get paid for it

@WilloClan 4 жыл бұрын

Veterans in Crisis treated as Criminals only furthers the CRISIS!!!!!! I am reaching out to you as a veteran with major concerns with the government's systemic failures and Judge Cynthia Beemans complete Incompetence. I had a severe crisis back in June 8th 2020, Uneducated Curry County of Oregon treated me as a criminal and caused undue emotional and physical trauma due there severe lack in education. I am truly disheartened and at a loss for words. I am specifically reaching out to you because I believe you are one of the few with an intelligence level that may understand. I have assembled all my data as clearly as I could on a website. Please review Thank you. Www.usvaw.org

@TheDonna1959 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly!!

@thisguy6525 3 жыл бұрын

Its a strange situation. If we are honest with the folks that treat our ptsd, then they will either lock us up for safety holds or they will try and take your firearms. 3/187 101

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

@@veragrimes5948 Well if you are already service-connected you would have been receiving compensation.

@randywiley2593 3 жыл бұрын

You all do a great service your firm does and we all thank you for it

@CCK_Law 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words!

@wichoflores9922 3 жыл бұрын

After : years my lawyers got me from 30 to 90 percent. Six months later 100 . Thanks for the info . But truth be told I wish I could work .

@alialive4769 4 жыл бұрын

The VA granted a pension of $1449 one week before he became paralyzed. Lasted only 5 months he died five months later. They sent me one check after his death. And when I informed them of his death. They sent me three different type of forms to apply for the things you guys talked in the video. I was married for 18 years. Lived with him for almost 20 years. He had appointments to the Examinations for the future claims. He never was able to attend the appointments as he was hospitalized. After his death I found out he sent months before a claim for dependency. The VA paid for Aid Attendance Home Service 4 times per week. I spent hundreds of dollars in Uber to travel to the hospital. I rent a hoyer lift because the doctor here refused to gave us one. Etc etc. This is the first time I've tell my history online. I feel like rant. May not be the right place. But! Who cares. The Veterans Administration has caused so much Trauma and Pain.

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Well did you seriously think you get more than is allowed by law?

@alialive4769 3 жыл бұрын

Did you know the veterans is death do to a Neurosurgeon neglect. And a recently graduate who fractured my husband vertebrates. A screw broke , got lose. He went there to get fix. Not! To end up Cripple, Foot Drop, Fell 10 times in a year. One of those falls broke h iui s arm. Bruises all over because the foot drop condition. A condition he did not had when he went there to get fix. Hit head more than once. Cane, walker, wheelchair, hoyer lift. Final stage.... Paralyzed until his Death. He died with a holes in his body related to bed sores from other hospital neglected his wound care treatment. All related to that operation. He will be alive today . If he had never went to had the operation. VA Doctors Negligence. He was not the only one. Many veterans end up paralyzed from neck down because of Veterans Administration Doctors error. Is not fair. The Hell! We went through. He was the victim of Medical Malpractice. Period.

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

@@alialive4769 Saying its malpractice vs proving malpractice. Two totally different things. Have you filed a claim or just complaining about it?

@grantmonge 2 жыл бұрын

@@alialive4769 I’m sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how frustrating and maddening this all must be for you. I hope everything works out well, and I definitely would recommend that you speak with a lawyer ASAP.

@g.guerrero9678 Жыл бұрын

@@grantmonge write to the secretary of veteran affairs to fix the VA 's Problems

@HostileRespite 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 100% P&T. Just wanted to add that ChampVA allows your spouse to see whatever doctor they want really, but does have deductibles for a few things and doesn't cover dental (why?). Your spouse can however go to a VA center and get much of their care completely free there, except dental. For example, my wife gets her meds using the meds by mail program from the Detroit regional center. ChampVA covers in other countries, and as far as we've experienced so far, seems to be easier to deal with than the Foreign Medical Program. Just FYI.

@HostileRespite 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 not sure I understand your question. Sorry. Can you clarify a bit?

@HostileRespite 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 right, that's what grants do... but for what?

@eldarobinson7380 5 жыл бұрын

We need info about Aid and assistance programs for Disabled Vet who is caretaker for wife, and can no longer provide needed assistance. Tks

@CCK_Law 5 жыл бұрын

EldA Robinson, there are a few programs that fall under Aid and Attendance. For this information take a look at our blog. cck-law.com/blog/aid-and-attendance-benefits/

@davebabe1001 Жыл бұрын

thank you for all your hard work and videos on You Tube. i am already rated 100%. as you may already know, the Army or maybe other branches of Service; do not refer or direct Veterans (speaking for myself and others of my generation) to services or legal counsel. I went for many years (40) with no referrals. maybe a composite easy to use app. made by/for your firm. would help.

@tommarinevet 5 жыл бұрын

every vet and vet spouses need to see this informative video, thanks

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 what???

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 I have no need for all that

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 I have no need for state grants....but you can..

@tommarinevet 2 жыл бұрын

@@chawanneburns8413 no need for that...of the world

@crystallee487 4 жыл бұрын

can someone please explain to me why i got denied twice by the caregiver program when my husband is 100% disabled and we have all the proof of his disabilities and i pretty much do all the things a caretaker does and i also deal with the ups and downs and the emotions that come along with it. i have now had to write a 3rd letter for my appeal explaining to them why i am entitled to this it should not be like this to have to beg for help when this program is to help our veterans and caretakers im in the process of my 3rd appeal and im still waiting on a decision

@topshelfbullys7889 3 жыл бұрын

Is he T&P?

@kday6392 2 жыл бұрын

The denial letter should specifically state what they need to support your claim. I would go to Disabled American Veterans and ask them to review the denial and advise you on immediate next steps to expedite your caregiver application. I tip my hat to you for supporting our 100% disabled veteran. Iknow its not easy . Many blessings to you. SALUTE!!

@MissionaryInMexico 4 жыл бұрын

I was going to get my wife to be my caretaker but she's been making comments how she will use that position to control me and get power over me. Time for a divorce.

@WilloClan 4 жыл бұрын

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

@@WilloClan Stay off the drugs man. This is about VA benefits.

@fastlink 4 жыл бұрын

IS the ChampVA medical insurance can be used by the spouse as the main medical insurance? or is champva just a supplementary benefit that acts as a secondary insurance?

@blackheartsmarine0351 4 жыл бұрын

My wife gets free education in Alabama but she already has her masters degree that the va wouldn’t pay for. I wish the va would just pay off her student loans because if she went back to school it would cost them more lol. They need to have that option for souses that already have an education. I find it stupid that they won’t pay for her masters. They told her only bachelors or below. Not sure why that would matter

@user-yg8nv3je1j Жыл бұрын

My husband passed away last November we were together for 40 years being a gay couple only married since 2015. He was 100% disabled from agent orange he was a retired major Vietnam veteran I am receiving a spouses pension he died of complications from agent orange am I supposed to receive extra monetary benefits from the pact act ? Thank you for doing what you are for us 🇺🇸

@CKSMovementMasters 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting ToC in the description!

@marilousenzig1869 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for information you shared people as myself . Kudos.

@marytolley5270 3 жыл бұрын

My husband was a hundred percent! From agent orange. Small cell lung cancer lungs lymph node and bones He only lived nine months after finding out. They really don't have much for the wife. I think they need to be took care of.

@tommycl5563 10 ай бұрын

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@tommycl5563 10 ай бұрын

@TheDonna1959 4 жыл бұрын

Please explain why the Caregiver Program is only available to those veterans who served AFTER Sept. 11, 2011? I served in the Army on active duty for 17 years of honorable service from 1977 to 1994. I have TBI, PTSD, sustained hearing loss where I have to wear hearing aids for life due to mandatory M-16 annual qualification skills, & I had breast cancer where I have had a mastectomy (surgical removal of both breasts) to save my life. I am rated 100% disabled by the VA. Will my spouse qualify for this benefit? Thank you.

@GODISPOWER777 5 жыл бұрын

I was told in order to use chapter 35, veteran must be permanently 100% disabled, is this true?

@CCK_Law 5 жыл бұрын

@11X Laipita, That is correct. Chapter 35 does require the veteran to be P&T (permanent and totally - 100% - disabled).

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

@Air Strike Technologies Take a look here for more information: cck-law.com/blog/specially-adapted-housing-and-automobile-special-adaptive-equipment/

@mbaum1951 4 жыл бұрын

Can my caregiver get a card or paper so they can come Into the commissary

@eddiearmijo6635 4 жыл бұрын

I reached out was told to send paper work. And was told they could not help with my case. No reason was given. So I just figured it had to do with my income.

@Leahmpls 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, will you be doing an update on this? with the recent changes to laws and bills? Thanks

@dietrichcusseaux2756 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for informing the community!

@godschosen7903 3 жыл бұрын

Need this answered! My husband died this year, (2021), a Vet, and 100% Total Disabled. Our Adopted Daughter was awarded DEA, back in 2012. Will she still get to use this benifit, till 26 yrs old. Plus, I got Champa, and Medicare. Will I still be able to keep Champa? Really need answers fast!!!

@valeriehodges2405 Жыл бұрын

As a client for VV board challenge, I thank you for your help. Found your programs here accidentally and WOW very educational

@barbarawalsh4936 3 жыл бұрын

I went to college when my husband received his permanent disability vet benefits, but was never granted any education benefits from VA. Now that he is deceased, his disability went down from permanent to 10%. I could really use education money. I have 5 courses to finish for my degree, but no money to pay for it. Can I still get this DEA money?

@randywiley2593 3 жыл бұрын

Does not sound right

@jessevillareal968 4 жыл бұрын

Great and informative presentation.

@consciouspuppets-puppetthe4315 2 жыл бұрын

I am hearing that a spouse can be in a VA state memory care facility while the veteran is in the same home in skilled nursing. If the veteran has 100% SC disability then the veteran stays in VA home at no cost, while the spouse stays for 70% of her income. Is this correct? Can the veteran be in assisted living (at 55% total gross income) while spouse is in same state home in memory care for 70% of her income?

@fil-amfamilyfuninstates4186 5 жыл бұрын

Great talking points, but most these benefits are for 100% P&T veterans,, you might be giving people false hope.

@leadbenefitdirector664 5 жыл бұрын

Smh. Can you guys help me get out of housebound status?

@lindalav1477 4 жыл бұрын

They made that clear in the video.

@deborahbeltz718 Жыл бұрын

It means that it will take forever with all that paperwork, abd forms

@rosastaley9627 4 жыл бұрын

I don't understand why I didn't qualify for spousal benefits after my husbands death.

@WilloClan 4 жыл бұрын

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

What did your denial letter say? If you don't meet the requirements you don't get the benefits.

@VonF80 5 жыл бұрын

Can a spouse of a Disabled Veteran receive Education Assistance if they have a Permanent Resident Card?

@aruasphereking9553 2 жыл бұрын

Can my spouse apply for education benefits abroad in Spain if she doesn’t have a social?

@cormel4850 2 жыл бұрын

Does DIC apply to a Vet's spouse if the date of marriage was 2019 and his disability was also aggravated in 2019 and he died in 2020 with a 90% disability?

@Emnhaque75 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys. i will need you guys help one day.

@lawofpositivismzone5857 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I’ve been married to a disabled veteran for 13months now... What are the benefits I’m entitled to? Counting on you. Have a good day!!!!

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Napari, you can read more about benefits available here: cck-law.com/blog/va-benefits-for-spouses-of-disabled-veterans/

@terryunruh3836 3 жыл бұрын

I am a disabled vet and I have a service animal. I was taken via ambulance to a local hospital due to a fall. Once at the hospital, my service dog was denied entrance for 3 reasons. 1. He didn't have a vest...2. The security officer demanded to see his vet shot records...3. I needed to provide state proof he is a service dog. Problem:. 1. He had his vest. I hadn't put it on him, it was in my purse. ADA doesn't require a vest. 2. Demanding to see shot records, my service animal had his current shot tags on his collar 3. Demanding state proof of his "service animal " status. There is not no such of "proof" ..state registration does not exists in Colorado Next: security officer stated I could go out online and purchase "registration " for $70. So, false paperwork is ok? I was denied my animal and my civil rights to have him with me

@freddiebardley5369 3 жыл бұрын

It's okay to leave pets at home. It's a place for sick people not pets. If this helps any.

@annsegraves7743 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, my husband was in the navy for 4 years and army for 3. He was 100 percent disability. He was in the military in 1974 . Can I receive anything?

@yaminceja3771 4 жыл бұрын

My husband apply so I can become his caregiver but we just got denied 🙅 I been a caregiver for hem seen he got out of the military till now it’s hurts to know that the VA just don’t care Ihave lost most of my jobs because my husband needs me and VA is not helping 😢😢😢my husband has 80% back knee and all so PTSD he has also been hospitalized please help we will appeal but what do we do next

@jackeclawsonn2690 4 жыл бұрын

read the letter about why you got denied more than likely didn't meet the requirements, thus begin the appeal with vso. and google caregiving and questions that get asked and the level of disability, he'll be rated at

@joycemeredith5918 Жыл бұрын

What if the wife is on Champ and had another insurance before getting on Champ, what do I do with the Champ claim that comes in. It says something about sending it in. I don't understand.

@andrewzvonik395 2 жыл бұрын

I just got bumped up to 80% will my wife be added for compensation or do I have to submit a form to apply for it

@dennismartin2604 6 ай бұрын

My wife was 100/10% p&t disabled. She was awarded that in 1998-99, and we married in 1999. She died in 2005. She clearly died of her service connected disability. Just wondering what out there for me.

@cashonly6117 4 жыл бұрын

@Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD Do you have enough information on the expanded VA’s Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) yet to do a new video. So if a veteran is 100% would they still be able to file now instead of waiting the 2 years for all others after 1975.

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion. We will consider it for a potential new video in the near future.

@nojremlock6826 2 жыл бұрын

Ok...So, she first said that the Veteran had to be collecting for ten yrs and married for the same ten yrs...Then...She said that the Vet must collect for ten yrs and been married for one yr..So which one is it ?

@peanut1994100 2 жыл бұрын

This is a long shot my husband was 100% with PTSD AND TBI FOR 5 YEARS I apply for caregiver and was denied all three times. Now he is 100%P&T can I apply again I was told I can't because I did three times already.

@ao341 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any advice about applying for SSDI? Why would Social Security not review a veterans medical record and then come to the conclusion that you are going to receive SSDI? If a veteran is found fully disabled unemployable because of a service connected physical injury, the VA then says you are truly disabled apply for SSDI. But how can SSDI then deny the veteran? Social Security used the wording stating "We believe you are able to have gainful employment and by our standards are NOT Disabled.". The VA uses many medical personnel to review medical documents before making a decision. But Social Security didn't use a medical professional. So how can Social Security make a correct decision? Why do you think Social Security would go against the decision that their Government cousin has made? Also how can someone truthfully say that a structurally damaged individual with many other medical issues can have gainful employment? The veteran in question has nerve damage throughout. Cant stay in a single position for long periods of time, has cramps that can come out of nowhere, severe pain and then numbness and tingling aswell. So with the structural damage to a person's body paired with everything else I've listed and some i have not listed... what place of employment is going to work around that? What place of employment is going to allow a veteran to randomly not come in because of how the severity of it all differs day to day? Only places that would work around that would be places where the veteran be talked about is in a high position in the company. Board members, ceo... etc. Advice would be greatly appreciated.

@benthornley7480 4 жыл бұрын

If I am rated at 90% and was turned down for 100% because they said that I was employable. My doctor from the VA wrote a letter stating that I was not employable. I have appealed the decision and it has been over 90 days, how long does the VA have to make a decision

@ralphwade5105 4 жыл бұрын

What about camp Lejune ; El Toro for bad water. & moffit Point, change to Camp Johnson

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Jeebus...that has been addressed by the VA back in 2017. Do some research.

@danielstudzinski662 4 жыл бұрын

Good Evening, I'm trying to find out if my Caregiver, wife can be subsidized after my death. I am 100% disabled and she takes care of me along with Homebound staff? Thank You

@rudyardgomeas6042 4 жыл бұрын

Yes she can. Believe you have to be 100% for at least 10nyrs and married at time of death.

@tattooedmomma 5 жыл бұрын

At your 7:20 ish mark, the male said that spouses receive 35 WEEKS of chapter 35, when in actuality, they receive 36 MONTHS of benefits. So, not only is your number wrong, but so is your length.

@LEO1WOLF 5 жыл бұрын

I picked up on that same error. I feel they should clarify in the comments section.

@tattooedmomma 5 жыл бұрын

@@LEO1WOLF agreed.

@CCK_Law 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing this out! We have pinned a comment for clarification.

@graceannsumayo1542 4 жыл бұрын

Madams/Sir, would like to ask some informative tips re my Mother's claim..where/who could we get in touch with? Pls help...

@WilloClan 4 жыл бұрын

@robinanaya1902 3 жыл бұрын

A question in general about CHAMPVA and VA , The husband died about seven years ago and VA , this lady has been having problems With the VA friend of mine her husband passed away they were together for 15 years but they were only married for 8 years but the VA says that cuz they weren't together for 10 yearsso the VA says that she's not doesn't get anything she's not on the VA at all but the CHAMPVA is still pain in her medicines taking care of her medicine how is the VA being wrong to her if she's still getting the the medical stuff

@douglasgillis3712 6 ай бұрын

I’m a 100% total disability veteran with COPD and now Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? I’ve have also a heart condition, that being congestive heart disease and how could this be caused by the COPD or how can I get this heart condition as a secondary cause for disability?

@roygutierrez8428 4 жыл бұрын

The VA rated me at 80% and approve the unemployability I am receiving 100% payments per month over 3400$However I have not notified that I am I 100% can my spouse apply for DEA benefits?

@Sunsn7 4 жыл бұрын

Yes.

@warrenwantoobe1267 5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU ALL!

@DeborahSmithWeesner 3 жыл бұрын

My husband was 100% disabled and died November 12 2021 . I am the spouse for 52 years married . I need help with probate a will .

@jimbeliveau8354 3 ай бұрын

I am a veteran on p and t disability. My spouse is on champ va. What happens to her champ va if I die.

@imajeanmorris9843 Жыл бұрын

How can I speak to someone regarding Veteran and spouse separated but still married.

@sandracoons4117 5 жыл бұрын

Why can't I get paid to take care of my husband

@Jacquelyndorindachic 4 жыл бұрын

Aid and attendance is the Form you need to complete. Go online and complete the form. Contact the VA at 18008271000. Ask them where to send the Form.

@kaygaunce6349 Жыл бұрын

Yes wanted to ask : as caregiver for my disable va husband . I am also disabled, they have discusses putting him in nursing home, if that happens is there any benefits available for me.

@matthewburnham7792 5 жыл бұрын

How does the Caregiver stuff compare to SMC Aid and Attendance for example?

@lanilias3356 5 жыл бұрын

What is SMC AID?

@matthewburnham7792 5 жыл бұрын

Lani Lias Aid and Attendance is when you need the assistance of another for basic daily tasks...like showering, medication, going to the bathroom...any number of daily kind of tasks that you cannot do yourself.

@gruff7594 4 жыл бұрын

But to qualify for SMC your injury must be service connected! However the standard caregiver program does not have to be service connected illnesses.

@TheDonna1959 4 жыл бұрын

SMC is Special Monthly Compensation. It is additional money given to veterans that qualify. It is extra above what a veteran would recieve besides their VA disability payments. For more info, look up SMC on the VA official website.

@minervaard7723 2 жыл бұрын

I had a triple pass 2000 I am non service connection I went that year to social security I was told I was good enough to work and I just had the surgery could I have gotten any help from them or va help

@sochilcordova8080 3 жыл бұрын

My vet father passed Dec 2020 and my mother was denied spousal benefits. Ny dads military service was 1959 thru 1962 Can u help?

@ccthelema6935 4 жыл бұрын

Is their benefits for their parents too i always heard about spouse & dependent only about their family members.

@JackieGarner-w4f Жыл бұрын

I receive DIC and my spouse was deceased in 2019. Is it true that payment continues if recipient remarried after the age of 57

@pngproductions8529 Жыл бұрын

how do you get educated what your entitled to as I'm the disabled person married to a vet ( they have 40 disability also mines permeant so is Childs) and a disabled son who vet has denied us support or finding. I want to divorce them and I dont know what or were I should start or go, so we can stop the abuse i am so 55

@kenndeaux317 5 жыл бұрын

It's my understanding that CHAMPVA and Tricare can not be used together.. If you have Tricare you can not get CHAMPVA

@feliciaeldridge1070 5 жыл бұрын

My husband was 100% veteran disabled and past away service connected condition. We had grandson we had been raising . We had full custody as of 2010 and my husband past away August 2014. I was told by Veterans office where I applied for DIC that grandson could not receive anything due to husband did not adopt him. Then I found out from a another grandmother which was in August 2016 that I could adopt him then he could get benefits. I was not told this by VA . I applied and started the adoption . But was turned down because I did not adopt him within 2 years of the death. Please if you could help me let me know. Also this needs to be in handbook or supplied to the widow because there are more grandparents today raising grandchildren. Thank you

@CCK_Law 5 жыл бұрын

@kenndeaux317 that is correct, to be eligible for CHAMPVA, spouses of disabled veterans cannot be eligible for TRICARE

@asmith818 Жыл бұрын

I’m a 22 year veteran and my wife served 6 years; she hasn’t been able to work for since 2000 because of disability and she receives sis. Is she able to receive VA compensation?

@lisamcneil6500 3 жыл бұрын

My husband is a combat veteran from the Korean War. Totally disabled now suffering from Parkinson’s disease.is there anything available

@dubsaks25 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys. I would love to get help getting my spouse benefits. Ive got a combined rating of 140% for ptsd hearing loss and a gunshot wound resulting in the removal of my bicep.. My spouse works around the clock 24-7 to help me and neither of us receive any additional benefits.

@CCK_Law 5 жыл бұрын

@Dave Snell, thanks for reaching out. Our office gets involved in the appeals age of a claim, meaning we help once VA denies a claim. If you are seeking to file a claim, we recommend working with a Veteran Service Organization(VSO), such as our colleagues at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). They can be reached at (859) 441-7300

@peterjb49 4 жыл бұрын

I am 30% service-connected (Vietnam War wounds) but I don't receive anything for my spouse. What are the requirements?

@CCK_Law 4 жыл бұрын

@PeterBernardini, check out our blog for more information: cck-law.com/blog/va-benefits-for-spouses-of-disabled-veterans/

@peterjb49 4 жыл бұрын

@@CCK_Law Thanks for responding!

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

She doesn't get anything. You get 30% at the married rate.

@lindaalex5868 Жыл бұрын

If my husband died of accidental acute overdose of methadone am I still able to get VA pension. He was disabled and unable to work since service in viet Nam. We were separated because he abused me.

@oscarballesteros3224 4 жыл бұрын

Do you help veterans....not just with information because as you mentioned doing forms or knowing what is really what we can apply for is very hard for veterans to understand not only that other va assistance programs dont help...and the ones that can help they charge you an arm and a leg

@ginnymonkclem7314 6 ай бұрын

Contact your closest VFW and they may have a number for someone that helps at no charge. That's how my husband got his.

@Love-zp9ng 8 ай бұрын

can someone answer my question my husband is at 90 percent and [he tells me that the VA doesn't do anything for the wife at all can u or someone tell me is that true I have been married to him for 7 years and he tells me nothing about the VA help for the wife insurance money or nothing else and I just can not believe that whom can I reach out to for help

@DirtyHarry-c2g 9 ай бұрын

I recently married a 100% disabled veteran My husband refused to give access to any information .

@jerryblock8041 2 жыл бұрын

How come as a 100% disabled vet with a service connected disability, my wife was not even allowed to get a flu shot through the VA?

@ramonrodriguez8550 3 жыл бұрын

What form to fill for a veterans wife with no social security number. Living abroad.

@evonneford4812 2 жыл бұрын

my children are grown(2) I'm Pat's are they still able to get all of this

@TewkyTag 5 жыл бұрын

Ive been out since January 2009 at 100% Disability. Is my wife of 5 1/2 years able to get this DEA/chapter 35 benefit? She only needs to redo a few certifications and somehow get money to do a non paid externship to finish her Associates in Medical Assisting. Is there a way for her to get money or a loan fir that. They expect her there 8-5 M-F so we (myself, the 2 kids, and herself) cant afford her to not have a full time job right now. So getting her degree and ever getting this much better job is basically being stonewalled. Any help would be great. Thank You.

@jerrydunomes5413 4 жыл бұрын

The need to know,thank you this info.

@lyndeville8492 2 жыл бұрын

If the vet was 100 percent disabled less than eight years, does the spouse receive DIC benefits?

@carlbenj1668 3 жыл бұрын

I was in from 76 to 78 iam 100% did they change the years for caregivers

@jonwatkins675 3 жыл бұрын

Are there any additional monies that a 100% T&P Veterans may be able to file for? Thank you so much for your KZbin channel!