Disabled World News

U.S. Congress Contemplates Changes to Veterans and Military Benefits

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:28:57 EST

Congress is contemplating changing the structure of military benefits, which would result in veterans paying more towards their coverage. How might these changes affect you?

New Battle at Home for Troops Returning From Iraq

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:45:18 EST

Troops Returning From Iraq Face New Battle at Home - Military Divorce Rate Rises 42 Percent During One of Country's Longest Wars.

How to Improve Access to Health Care, Special Education and Services for USMC Family Members with Disabilities - NCD Report

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:04:26 EST

National Council on Disability report examines how to improve access to health care, special education and services for USMC family members with disabilities.

Pay It Forward for Veterans

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:42:15 EST

Paralyzed Veterans of America Encourages All to Pay It Forward for Veterans.

VA Must Help Veterans Apply for SSD and Benefits

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:41:07 EST

A little-known Veterans Health Administration (VHA) directive requires VHA health care providers to aid veterans in applying for Social Security Disability and other benefits not related to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Injured Veterans - Barriers to Disability Benefits Still Persist

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:19:29 EST

Despite a process overhaul, disabled or ill service members still face a long, difficult journey to receive the veterans disability compensation they deserve.

List of Ships Associated with Presumptive Agent Orange Exposure

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:32:11 EST

Veterans who served aboard U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships operating on the waters of Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, may be eligible to receive Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation for 14 medical conditions associated with presumptive exposure to Agent Orange.

U.S Army Suicide Data Including Assistance, Counselling and Prevention Information

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:02:04 EST

Soldiers and families in need of crisis assistance can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

Elder Veterans Rights to Assist US Service Veterans

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:11:56 EST

Always Best Care Senior Services Sets Pact with the Center for Elder Veterans Rights to Assist US Service Veterans.

Physical Evaluation Board for Injured Service Members

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 10:41:33 EST

Injured in Service? Be Prepared for the Physical Evaluation Board
- The amount of benefits an injured service member receives is determined by the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB), so it is important to be prepared and make a strong case to the PEB.

No More Agent Orange Claims - Sen. Coburn to Vietnam Veterans

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 17:48:01 EST

Senator Coburn amendment would require proof of causal relationship rather than positive association of certain illnesses to Agent Orange exposure.

How The American Legion Reaches Out to Military Families

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:57:10 EST

Honoring Their Service: How The American Legion Reaches Out to Military Families...

Veterans Suffering From PTSD Should Apply For Benefits

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:25:31 EST

As new research into post-traumatic stress disorder emerges, it will be more important than ever for disabled Veterans to apply for benefits, says West Virginia benefits lawyer Jan Dils.

Disabled Veterans Bill To Improve Claims and Appeals Process

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 17:01:13 EST

Runyan Applauds House Passage Of Disabled Veterans Bill To Improve Claims And Appeals Process.

Wounded Warrior Project Declines $3.2 Million in State Funding

Fri, 27 May 2011 15:09:55 EST

Wounded Warrior Project Thanks Governor Scott for Support but Declines $3.2 Million in State Funding.

New Veterans Program for Family Caregivers Fills Major Need

Thu, 26 May 2011 13:37:51 EST

West Virginia Attorney Says New Veterans’ Program for Family Caregivers Fills Major Need.

War Vet Helps Military Families

Wed, 25 May 2011 14:57:21 EST

A former Army Ranger and now a recognized Bikram "hot yoga" instructor has taken on a new role: providing educational opportunities for military families.

Tribute to 3 Million Disabled American Veterans

Mon, 23 May 2011 12:47:40 EST

Reflecting on Memorial Day, Philanthropist Lois Pope Makes an Additional $1 Million Gift to Building of American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial.

Career Opportunities for Paralyzed Veterans

Wed, 18 May 2011 11:53:54 EST

New Boston Office to Boost Career Opportunities for Paralyzed Veterans - Boston program aims to drastically cut unemployment for veterans with disabilities helping those who were seriously injured secure good jobs and careers.

Legion Testifies on GI Bill Inequities

Thu, 05 May 2011 10:36:04 EST

The American Legion expressed its concern at a congressional hearing about many student veterans being shortchanged by the GI Bill Improvement Act of 2010, and also condemned "fraudulent individuals" who misrepresent their businesses as service-disabled, veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs).