Today is Veterans Day. Dan and I are veterans of the Vietnam era. He was an Air Force navigator, and I was in the Navy JAG Corp. While our experiences were very different, we are both proud to have served. We are especially humbled to know many service members who have given a very significant … [Read more...]
Remembering on November 11th
Ever since the Declaration of Independence was set forth in 1776, there have been brave and dedicated men and women who have come forward and raised the banner of freedom. From those early days, there has been a need for individuals to stand up and provide protection of this nation from those who … [Read more...]
Benefits When a Veteran Passes Away
The Veteran’s Administration offers an expansive array of benefits to veterans. They even offer benefits once the veteran has passed away. Two common burial benefits available in Arizona and New Mexico are as follows: The VA will provide reimbursement for some veterans’ funeral and burial … [Read more...]
If You Are a Wartime Veteran in Arizona or New Mexico, There May Be Special Benefits for You
I met with a Mesa, Arizona client recently whose father served our country during World War II. The client explained to me that his father and mother had worked their whole lives and had been very frugal with their money with the hopes that one day they could leave behind a legacy for their kids and … [Read more...]
Available Benefits in Arizona and New Mexico After a Veteran Passes Away
The Veteran's Administration offers an expansive array of benefits to veterans. They even offer benefits once the veteran has passed away. Two common burial benefits available in Arizona and New Mexico are as follows: The VA will provide reimbursement for some veterans' funeral and burial expenses. … [Read more...]
Benefits for Veterans and Widows of Veterans in Arizona and New Mexico
Do you know a veteran, or widow of a veteran, who is struggling to pay for his or her long term care expenses? The Department of Veterans Affairs has a VA Pension Program to help wartime veterans, and widows of wartime veterans, pay for their long term care expenses, provided they meet certain … [Read more...]
Are You a Veteran That May Be Entitled To Pension Benefits?
I met with a Mesa, Arizona client recently whose father served our country during World War II. The client explained to me that his father and mother had worked their whole lives and had been very frugal with their money with the hopes that one day they could leave behind a legacy for their kids and … [Read more...]
Aid & Attendance: Special Care Pension for Wartime Veterans – Part 2
This is the second half of a 2-part article. To read the first half, click here. APPLYING FOR BENEFITS Gathering and preparing the right documents is critical. Once you gather the right documentation, the next step is to complete and submit the appropriate application form. The process generally … [Read more...]
Aid & Attendance: Special Care Pension for Wartime Veterans – Part 1
While many people are unaware it exists, the Veterans Administration (VA) Aid & Attendance Special Pension provides monetary assistance to wartime veterans - and surviving spouses of deceased veterans - who need regular personal assistance. Qualifying aid or assistance can be provided at home, … [Read more...]
Memories of Baghdad
A Story of Service from Sgt. Benjamin Daniel of the US Army In the War on Terror in Iraq, a common difficulty was finding the enemy. The only way to identify the enemy there was to bait him and draw him out. One tactic often used by my platoon was to set a predictable pattern of operations for three … [Read more...]
