VA benefits and pensions overview, Part 2

Elder law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler talks with Suzanne Newman about 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 provides an overview of three basic veterans benefits: VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance) To help aged or disabled "wartime" veterans or their surviving spouses pay for high medical costs  VA Compensation (a.k.a. VA Disability) For veterans with disabilities that are the result of a disease or injury incurred or aggravated during active service  Dependent and indemnity compensation For surviving spouses, children, or parents IF veteran's death was connected to service, or if veteran died during active duty or training Special monthly compensationFor veteran who needs help from another person with Activities of Daily Living, or has certain disabilities (e.g., loss of limb)For surviving spouse, child, or parent who needs help from another person with ADLs  VA Long-Term Care in VA Health Program Geriatric Evaluation Adult Day Health Care Respite Care Skilled Home Health Care Residential services  Listen or watch on YouTube if you want to follow along with the presentation. Contact Jim Koewler at The Koewler Law Firm in Richfield, OH by calling 330-659-3579 or emailing [email protected]. His website is https://www.protectingseniors.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.