Veterans Benefits

For years, one of the most useful financial tools available to people with disabilities was largely out of reach of veterans. The reason was simple and frustrating: eligibility rules ignored the reality of military service. That has changed.

Navigating the job market and achieving career growth can come with unique challenges for individuals with disabilities. To this end, the U.S. government has developed resources tailored to support people with disabilities, including veterans, in their career development journeys.

Military members who have a dependent living with a disability may face unique challenges. Their loved one may need special medical care or tailored educational services. The Execptional Family Member Program provides support for these families. ...

Through Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) and Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC), retired military personnel can receive compensation for disabilities or combat injuries. CRDP pay generally covers conditions caused or aggravated by military service, while CRSC pay is only for...

VA disability payments are one of the most common entitlements veterans overlook. However, they are often one of the most essential to their well-being.

November is the month that Americans make sure our veterans know and feel the appreciation we have for their service. Taking care of veterans is important, but, sadly, the traditional resources available to servicemembers often fall short and can leave...

Service members transitioning out of active-duty service and who have a disability claim may be able to take advantage of a more streamlined application process for disability benefits.

When looking into disability, retirement, or survivors' benefits, you might have encountered the acronym SSA. Knowing what the SSA does is important if you apply for government benefits or enroll in Medicare.

An estimated 20 percent of military-connected children have special needs. Under the National Defense Authorization Act of 2015, military members can designate their child's special needs trust as the beneficiary of their Survivor Benefit Plan.