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Disability Compensation for Veterans 🎖️ Saluting our heroes this week by highlighting Disability Compensation—a crucial support for service-related disabilities. From physical injuries to PTSD, this benefit acknowledges and aids our veterans' sacrifices. Learn more about how this compensation recognizes their service. #Veterans #DisabilityCompensation To learn more check out our blog here: https://lnkd.in/e9kZNSJ8

On this Veterans Day, we honor those who served in the military. Some of our recent work has evaluated fairness and equity in how VA administers #disability compensation for #veterans who qualify. In July, we reported on racial and ethnic disparities https://lnkd.in/eQnv7kAi, and in October, we reported on differences for members of the #Reserves and #NationalGuard https://lnkd.in/erBxXdUS. Both reports included multiple recommendations to #DOD and #VA to ensure all who served are treated fairly and equitably. #VeteransDay #disabilities 

Tomorrow is Veterans Day, and our CEO Coleman Nee has written a special blog post about its origins and some of the champions and advocates who fought for justice, civil rights, and inclusion for veterans with disabilities. Read our blog post here: https://ow.ly/N2e250Q5xUH #disabilityjustice #intersectionality #veteransday

If you've dedicated your career to helping disabled veterans like I have, then you know that Camp Lejeune in North Carolina isn't the only domestic military base where veterans were exposed to toxic contamination.   I've spoken to countless veterans struggling to come to terms with a cancer diagnosis, who have no family history or discernible risk factors for cancer. After investigative research, our team frequently identifies a potential cause: exposure to contamination while serving at a military base *in the United States.* We've learned that Camp Lejeune is not rare; it is only the tip of the iceberg of over 130 military bases impacted by contamination. 📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 Rob Levine Law is proud to announce the launch of our Domestic Military Base Exposure Map -- an interactive tool on our website providing access to our library of research on military exposures in the United States. Over nearly a decade, our team has worked tirelessly to uncover EPA reports, declassified DoD documents, and other reputable sources-- showing that many veterans have been exposed to hazards during their domestic military service.   VA regulations make it easier for veterans with qualifying service to service-connect disabilities related to Agent Orange, burn pits, and Camp Lejeune water contamination. But for millions of others, the success of their VA disability claims hinges on the ability to submit evidence of *actual* exposure. With the Rob Levine Law Domestic Military Base Exposure map, it is our hope that more veterans can not only get the VA disability benefits that they deserve, but they can also make more informed healthcare decisions based on prior exposure(s).   If you have any questions or feedback, please email me at kcraveiro@roblevine.com. With your help, we'll continue to improve this map over time as we uncover new evidence of military exposures in the United States.   Check out the Rob Levine Law Domestic Military Base Exposure Map here: https://lnkd.in/dy77hnMr #veteransdisability #veteransbenefits #research #contamination #camplejeune #military

There are two types of "disabilities" in the Department of Defense and Veterans Administration: "Service Connected" and "Combat Related". But how is the difference determined (and by who)? And what difference does it make? #militarytransition #vabenefits #vadisability

Understanding the VA disability rating system can be frustrating and confusing. As one veteran shared, the VA considers you 100% when you join, but each injury or illness caused by or exacerbated by military service tears you down. This means that even if you have multiple injuries, the VA may not consider you more than 100% disabled. In fact, as this veteran shared, even if you are rated at a total disability of 150% or more, you may not receive additional compensation. This leaves many veterans feeling frustrated and unsupported. It's important for us to listen to these stories and advocate for change in the VA disability system. Our veterans deserve better. Let's work together to ensure that they receive the care and support they need and deserve." #veterans #disabilityawareness #veteransaffairs

Special monthly compensation and disability compensation can have a significant impact on veterans' lives. However, proving service connection can be challenging. How have these benefits impacted your life or the lives of veterans you know or serve? What challenges have you faced in proving service connection for disabilities? READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/eba83TQV #VeteransBenefits #VANavigators #VeteranSupport #MilitaryTransition #VeteransAdvocates

How do service dogs help humans? Find out in this beautifully illustrated book that follows the life of rescue pup, Norman. Learn how he got a name and how he helps his handler train service dogs for disabled veterans. Norman: A Veteran's Best Friend is a children's book written by Semper K9 co-founder, Amanda Baity. Norman is a book about service dogs and how they assist veterans with invisible wounds of war and other disabilities. The book also touches on adoption & blended families. https://bit.ly/3ujS0BM

Spring is here! Is your family changing with the season? Whether bonding with a new child, caring for a seriously ill relative, or supporting a military family member’s deployment, use Paid Family Leave to be there for the moments that matter most. Learn more at edd.ca.gov/PaidFamilyLeave. #Spring #PaidFamilyLeave #PaidLeave #NewBaby #Benefits

Today we wanted to highlight some grants that are available for disabled veterans. The government has assistance programs that help with housing support and home modifications, We appreciate your sacrifices and want to help you live a comfortable life in your home. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs operates many programs, including the ones we will highlight below: The SHA grant offers help with modifying a house to meet your needs so you can live more independently. More information here: https://lnkd.in/dkQHhxY. The HISA grant provides medically necessary improvements and structural alterations. More information here: https://lnkd.in/dkQHhxY. #Veterans #VeteranAffairs #disability #disabilityrights #disability #stayinghomesafely