Veterans Day 2024
In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in World War I. In 1938, November 11th became a federal… Read More
VA Expanding Healthcare Access for Veterans
The list of chemical, airborne, and other hazards some U.S. military veterans have encountered while serving reads like a Who’s Who of war toxins and their sources. Depleted uranium. Burn pits. Pesticides and herbicides. Radiation… Read More
Maui Fire Assistance Information for Veterans
The recent wildfires in Maui not only disrupted lives; they also brought about a pressing need for assistance and information. In this blog post, Vets National provides information about resources available to veterans affected by… Read More
Differentiating between a VA Regional Office and the Board of Veterans’ Appeals
For veterans navigating the complex landscape of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, understanding the terrain is crucial. Veteran services and benefits are channeled through a nationwide network that includes 146 hospitals, 300 vet centers,… Read More
What Diseases Can Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Cause?
The health of our nation’s veterans is paramount and any condition that might compromise it is a serious concern. Unfortunately, for those who served for at least 30 days total at either the U.S. Marine… Read More
VETS NATIONAL ADVOCATES ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Vets National Advocates is excited to announce the winners of its annual academic scholarship and annual merit scholarship. Congratulations to Tyler Skala of Elizabethtown, Kentucky who will receive a $2,500 scholarship to continue his educational… Read More
New Law Waives License Plate Fees for Combat Veterans
Illinois has just passed a law that will help veterans make the transition back to civilian life a little smoother. Both chambers of the Illinois State Legislature unanimously passed a law that gives active veterans… Read More
Cost of Living Hike for Disabled Veterans
Congress is set to approve a cost of living hike for veterans in 2016. However, veterans and federal officials will not know how much the hike is for another two months. The increase will be… Read More
VA Backlog of Veterans Benefits Claims Falls Below 100,000
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that it has reduced the number of backlogged claims by 84 percent since 2013 the lowest number since it began keeping records of this kind in 2007. Backlogged… Read More
Hundreds Show Up to Funeral of Veteran Who Had No Family
Hundreds of people show up to honor a Navy veteran who served in Vietnam and died on July 29th without any family to claim his remains or plan his funeral. Don Kaas, a Vietnam veteran,… Read More
