It is unlikely, either the House and/or Senate will complete the passed House Committee bills, leaving everything to a post-election legislative session.
Although official VA regulations state that “a veteran’s or widow’s home is exempt, “some Regional Center VA Adjudicators are mistakenly taking the position that the home is no longer exempt
There are specific statements VA Adjudicators are now looking for on VA Form 21-2680 (Examination for Housebound Status or Permanent Need for Aid and Attendance) and if these statements are not included, denials are being made.
Obtaining the Aid and Attendance non-service connected pension benefit, for veterans and surviving spouses, can help the claimant age in place in the least restrictive setting, be it in their home or an assisted living facility.
Properly addressing legal issues, in a timely matter can go a long way towards improving the quality of life of your family member, with Alzheimer’s disease, as well as making things easier for the caregivers
Veterans exposed to herbicides while serving in Vietnam and other areas will have an easier path to access quality health care and qualify for disability compensation.
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