The short answer is no. While the Veteran is living the claim is technically his and based on his health. However there is a very narrow sort of exception that can help a lot of families. If the Veteran is over 65 he is considered “disabled” by definition and he might qualify for the base…
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Last letter to loved ones
My lawyer suggested I write a last letter to loved ones to go with my will. What kinds of things might I include? We often follow the lives of the...Read more -
SSI for Children with Disabilities
The Social Security Administration (hereinafter SSA) considers income and disability as two separate eligibility factors for childhood Supplemental Security Income (hereinafter SSI) benefits. SSI is a means-tested program that provides...Read more -
As a single mom in my 40’s I’m embarrassed to say I’ve done nothing about estate planning.
A recent medical scare has caused me to pause and now consider planning a priority. Any words of wisdom before I do a will? About 73% of parents have no...Read more
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