The VA pays out about $63.7 billion a year in disability compensation claims to about 4.1 million veterans. For those who have been through the claims process, they know that getting that award can take years. Why? There are several reasons a GAO1 study found:
If you were injured or became seriously ill while serving in the military, you may be eligible for VA disability compensation. In 2017, eligible veterans can receive up to $3,458 per month tax-free, depending on the level of disability and number of dependents.
According to the Continue reading
You may have noticed there is a massive heroin addiction in our country today, with fatal overdoses destroying far too many families. The use of opioid painkillers, relatively easy to obtain, is often the starting point for the addiction. If the prescription is no longer available, Continue reading
A service connected disability claim for compensation – Rating 10-100% and monthly check – requires the Veteran to take action. If you do not file a claim (VA Form 21-526EZ), the VA will not search for you and file your claim. The VA is not going to reach out and hold your hand and Continue reading
In this month’s newsletter we will look at the considerations those who want to age in place must consider in order to do that. There are some tremendous challenges when ensuring our homes and communities are ready to support a high quality of life for older adults who want to age Continue reading
Many times, this means adult children who have been given power of attorney, as well as other loved ones who pitch in to help when something is needed.
These caregivers often spend so much time with the senior, they are privy to unpleasant situations such as family fighting or elderly Continue reading
What do the words “wills”, “trusts,” “estates,” and “health care directives” mean to you? Do you envision useful tools which help you protect your family and your wishes if death or incapacity strikes? Or do you brush off these terms believing they are only important for the super-rich Continue reading
If you are a veteran or if you have one in your family, you may be shocked to know that a Government Accounting Office Report to Congress in August of 2013 revealed the following about some who make themselves out to be “advisors” to veterans seeking benefits:
If you have children, what kind of legacy are you leaving for them? Many parents tend to think of life insurance policies, bank accounts and the inheritance they are working so hard to leave behind someday for their kids.
But the most valuable legacy you can leave for your children Continue reading
As a nation we celebrate Veterans Day in November to honor our service men and women. We hope you enjoy gathering with friends and family with a grateful heart towards our military men and women. The Bone-afide enews will focus our attention on Service Pension benefits, which are Continue reading
800 N. Industrial Blvd., Suite 106
Euless, TX 76039
While my address is Industrial Blvd, we are actually on Clinic Drive. Look for the tall red Super Value Pharmacy sign. Whether coming from the North or the South, you will turn off of Industrial Blvd. onto Clinic Dr. Our building is located up the hill just past the Super Value Pharmacy at the far end of the building.
| Mon-Thurs | 8:30am-5:00pm |
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| Fri | By Appointment Only |
| Sat/Sun | Closed |