Sick and disabled veterans concerned about long-term housing needs have several healthcare benefits options available through the VA. Qualified veterans are eligible for financial support for assisted living, live-in, and home healthcare. A Mobile, AL
A 62-year-old Plaquemine man pleads guilty for fraudulent collection of more than $450,000 in disability income. Plaquemine resident Donald “Duck” Daigle reportedly worked multiple jobs and ran a local business during the period in question,
Approximately 1.1 million Americans live with HIV, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2018, there were about 6,000 AIDS-related deaths in the U.S. As the HIV/AIDS epidemic continues, many individuals find
Many veterans assume that the only federal entity responsible for compensation and other benefits is the Department of Veterans Affairs. In truth, there are valuable resources for veterans and servicemembers available through numerous other parts
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will consider several factors in evaluating your claim for disability benefits. One of them is the skill level involved with your previous employment. So you might be wondering how your
Social security phone scam falsely identifies ‘suspended’ accounts. Local police issued warnings throughout St. Tammany and Terrebonne residents Monday about a recent phone scam targeting Social Security numbers. According to WWLTV, the typical victim would
Families of severely disabled veterans have options for paying off a home mortgage in the event of the veteran’s death. One such option is Veterans’ Mortgage Life Insurance (VMLI), available through Veterans Affairs. A Mobile,
Veterans know that the disability claims process can be cumbersome and time-consuming. While they wait for a decision to be made, many disabled veterans are delayed in getting the help they need. Fortunately, the VA
One obstacle faced by many disabled veterans is the ability to drive. A disability can turn the relatively simple task of operating a vehicle into a challenge. Not only does this make daily life far
Veterans with certain service-connected disabilities may be eligible for a life insurance program offered through the VA. Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance (S-DVI), or RH Insurance, covers veterans for up to $10,000. A New Orleans veterans benefits
Depression is an unfortunate reality for many veterans. Tragically, not everyone gets the help they need, as evidenced by the recent increase in veteran suicides. If you or a loved one are facing depression, anxiety,
Many servicemember families rely on veterans disability benefits. When the veteran receiving those benefits dies, it can throw the family finances into turmoil. Veterans disability benefits do not survive the death of a recipient.
