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Veterans benefits 2022

Rates for VA Compensation, a.k.a. Disability

When qualifications are met, the Department of Veterans Affairs rates the level of disability, from 0 to 100 in increments of 10. The money received is based on that level. Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about the money paid out for VA Compensation. A single, 100% disabled veteran would qualify for $3,332.06/month in 2022, whereas for a married veteran the level is $3,517.84/month. On top of Compensation, a special monthly compensation can also be paid, and the money varies.

Qualifying for VA Compensation, a.k.a. Disability

This segment focuses on qualifying for the federal program known as VA Compensation. There is special monthly compensation for a veteran or a surviving spouse, child, or parent who has certain disabilities or needs help with at least two activities of daily living: eating, walking, bathing, getting in and out of a bed/chair, cleaning up after going to the bathroom, grooming, dressing. When qualifications are met, the Department of Veterans Affairs rates the level of disability, from 0 to 100 in increments of 10, which is up to the case manager.

Overview of VA Compensation, a.k.a. Disability

If someone in active military service is injured or becomes ill, or has some prior injury or illness exacerbated by their service, and later in life it results in a disability, then they're entitled to VA Compensation. Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about the benefits of this federal program run by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Learning about VA benefits

VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 5

Veterans benefits, claims, and appeals under the current rules: If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with. This segment covers Eligibility Update for VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance): Financial eligibility, prior transfers, and tricky issues,
Veteran families

VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 4

This segment continues the conversation on who is eligible for veterans benefits. If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with. This segment covers Eligibility Update for VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance) and monthly benefits for VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance).
2022 Veterans benefits

VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 3

Learn more about eligibility updates for the VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance) with Elder law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler. This segment begins a conversation on who is eligible for veterans benefits and covers eligibility update for VA Pension.
Benefits for veterans 2022

VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 2

Learn about Aid and Attendance, VA Disability, dependent and indemnity compensation, and more. This segment provides an overview of three basic veterans benefits: VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance); VA Compensation (a.k.a. VA Disability); Dependent and indemnity compensation; Special monthly compensation; and VA Long-Term Care in VA Health Program.
Veterans benefits 2022

VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 1

If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with. Learn about veterans benefits, claims, and appeals under the current rules. This segment covers Accreditation, Discharge papers, and DOD (not VA) Form SF180,
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Medicare Answers, part 4 with Jim Koewler

In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler answers questions about the daunting world of Medicare. This segment focuses on Part D, the prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Answers, part 3 with Jim Koewler

In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler answers questions about the daunting world of Medicare. Medicare pays 80% of covered costs, and this segment focuses on how you choose to pay for the remaining 20%, clarifying the differences between Medicare Advantage and the supplement program.