Kentucky Veterans! Do You Have a VA Claim or Benefits Question? Need Peer Support? Ask Your Question Now!

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 12:21:53 -0400

On August 12th, 2 – 3PM ET, VA and community experts will be here to answer your questions on benefits/claims and peer-to-peer support services. Type your questions in now!

You can ask questions to the following people:
» BG Mike Eastman - Advisor, ETS Sponsorship
» Coleton Whitaker - Director of Programs, Elizabeth Dole Foundation
» SGT Lauren Augustine - VP of Government Affairs, Student Veterans of America
» Meghan Williams - Outreach Director, Cohen Veterans Network
» CMSgt Scott Robinson - Director of Military & Veteran Services, Easterseals
» Kacie Kelly - Deputy Director, Military Service Initiative, George W. Bush Presidential Center
» Staci H. - Senior Manager of Volunteers and Partnerships, Blue Star Families
» Melissa Comeau - Director, American Red Cross Military Veteran Caregiver Network
» Maj Bonnie Carroll - President and Founder, TAPS
» PO3 Audri Beugelsdijk - Vice President, Survivor Services, TAPS
» Corey Bowlin - Operations Manager, Veteran's Club Inc.
» Phyllis Abbott - Co-Chair, Veterans Resources United of Central - Southeastern Kentucky
» Anita Vincent - Public Affairs Officer, VA Regional Office Louisville, KY
» SPC Geslia Owens - Public Contact Outreach Specialist, VA Regional Office, Louisville KY
» SN Desley Snyder - Veterans Service Representative, VA Regional Office, Louisville KY
» LCDR Donna Scrivener - Benefits Division Director, Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs
» Jeanette Gilles - Deputy Director of Community Integration, Americas Warrior Partnership
» PO1 Kate Stevens - Operations Associate, Team Rubicon
» LTC Keith L Jackson - Commissioner of Veterans Affairs Kentucky
» Patricia Sweeney - National Director, Peer Support Services, VA Central Office, Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

ETS Sponsorship:
ETS Sponsorship assists in the successful transition of servicemembers into civilian life, pairing them with trained sponsors from their destination community and utilizing a range of digital tools to provide a unique, personalized plan for each transitioning servicemember tailored to their individual needs. http://www.etssponsorship.com

The Cohen Veterans Network:
The Cohen Veterans Network is a nationwide network of non-profit clinics dedicated to providing accessible, low-cost mental health care to active duty service members, post 9/11 Veterans and their loved ones. We believe this most deserving population has earned the right to compassionate, high-quality care and strive to provide that support regardless of role, branch, or time service and regardless of discharge status or one’s ability to pay. Our local clinic serving Kentucky Veterans and their families is the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone, and although located in Clarksville, TN, we offer all services including individual, family and couples counseling via telehealth, breaking down the distance barrier to care.

Elizabeth Dole Foundation:
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is the preeminent organization empowering, supporting, and honoring our nation’s military caregivers; the spouses, parents, family members and friends who care for America’s wounded, ill or injured veterans. Our mission is to strengthen and empower American military caregivers and their families by raising public awareness, driving research, championing policy, and leading collaborations and programs that make a significant impact on their lives. The Foundation envisions an America where military caregivers are empowered, appreciated, and recognized for their service to our nation. https://www.elizabethdolefoundation.org/

Student Veterans of America:
Since 2008, Student Veterans of America has worked to inspire tomorrow’s leaders. With a community network of more than 1,500 on-campus chapters, SVA is committed to transforming the current skills and experience of student veterans. Every day, these dedicated chapter leaders work to ensure that yesterday’s warriors have the resources at hand to succeed in their academic journey and beyond.

Easterseals:
We serve veterans and their families in Southwest Ohio, Eastern Indiana and Northern Kentucky. Our Military & Veteran Services team is 100% staffed by veterans with nearly 70 years of combined active duty experience, including deployments and combat tours. With these common core of experiences we share with the vets we serve, we know first-hand the complex challenges they and their families face. In addition, we understand the journey each person who has served our country takes as they transition from Active or reserve status back into the civilian sector because we have also made that same journey. We are proud to provide our services at no cost to the veteran or their family members, and we live by the same ethos we held on the battlefield – we leave no veteran behind – period. Regardless of discharge status, disability, or personal circumstances, we treat EVERY veteran with honor, dignity, and respect. We work with them to identify their needs and empower them to overcome their barriers, and secure sustainable employment to turn their lives around. https://www.easterseals.com/gc/our-programs/military-veteran-services/

American Red Cross Military and Veteran Caregiver Network:
The Military and Veteran Caregiver Network (MVCN) offers peer-based support and services to connect those providing care to service members and veterans living with wounds, illnesses, injuries and/or aging. The mission of the MVCN is to provide our nation’s military and veteran caregivers of all eras with peer support to reduce isolation and increase connection, engagement, knowledge, skills and hope.

TAPS:
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) provides compassionate care and survivor support services for the families of America’s fallen military heroes. Since 1994, TAPS has offered support to more than 95,000 survivors of fallen military in the form of peer-based emotional support, grief and trauma resources, grief seminars and retreats for adults, Good Grief Camps for children, casework assistance, connections to community-based care, online and in-person support groups and a 24/7 resource and information helpline for all who have been profoundly affected by a death of a military loved one. For more information go to taps.org or call the TAPS National Military Survivor Helpline at 800.959.TAPS (8277).

Blue Star Families:
Founded in 2009 by military spouses with you in mind, we empower military families to thrive by connecting them with their civilian neighbors – both people and organizations – to create strong communities of support.

Team Rubicon:
Team Rubicon is a disaster response organization that serves communities by mobilizing veterans to continue their service, leveraging their skills and experience to help people prepare, respond, and recover from disasters and humanitarian crises. The organization serves a dual purpose: serve vulnerable communities after disasters but also provide a sense of purpose, mission and community to the veteran volunteers serving those populations.

America’s Warrior Partnership:
America’s Warrior Partnership is committed to empowering communities to empower veterans. We fill the gaps that exist between veteran service organizations by helping nonprofits connect with veterans, their families and caregivers. Our programs bolster nonprofit efficacy, improving their results and empowering their initiatives.

Louisville VA Regional Office:
The Louisville VA Regional Office administers a wide array of benefits in the areas of Compensation, Veteran Readiness and Employment, Fiduciary Services, and Camp Lejeune Contaminated Water Special Mission.

Lady Veterans Connect:
Lady Veterans Connect's mission is: "Honoring Lady Veterans by providing Hope - Homes- Healing for women veterans". A primary focus is providing a transitional housing program for homeless women veterans where they can live up to one-year while participating in restoring self-esteem, life skills, financial literacy, job training, resume writing, interviewing skills, nutritional classes, Yoga, art therapy, and restoring relationships with family members. Additionally, we host retreats for all women veterans, lunch and learn events, and our premier event is hosting a women veterans appreciation dinner to honor all women veterans. We opened our first home in 2016 which was a three-bedroom house. We have opened our second home, "Anna's House" in Winchester June 12, 2021 where we can provide transitional housing for 32 women veterans.

ETS Sponsorship Program

Response by Cpl Vic Burk made Jul 19 at 2021 7:52 PM

Cpl Vic Burk — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 19:52:30 -0400

Great opportunity Kentucky Veterans!

Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 4 at 2021 3:01 PM

Andi Martinez — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:01:57 -0400

Thank you to the many organizations participating in this event! Please share information on your organization in the chat.

Veterans please ask your questions!

Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 4 at 2021 3:02 PM

Andi Martinez — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:02:52 -0400

What peer services are available in Kentucky for Veterans? How can I connect with a Veteran peer?

Response by PO1 Kate Stevens made Aug 4 at 2021 5:07 PM

PO1 Kate Stevens — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:07:09 -0400

Ever wondered how you would continue to serve after your transition from the military? Check out teamrubiconusa.org to continue to serve communities with your fellow Veterans and First Responders! I am happy to answer ANY questions you may have. Please post them below!

Response by CPT David Gowel made Aug 4 at 2021 8:25 PM

CPT David Gowel — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 20:25:55 -0400

Thanks for taking the time to answer our questions! I spent two 6 month tours at Knox for training and can appreciate the lure of transitioning off AD and living in the Louisville area. What peer programs do you offer where vets and our families can A) connect with others offline when transitioning into that general area if you don't know anybody yet while B) not making it feel like an awkward networking event.

Response by Maj Mark Schmidt made Aug 5 at 2021 9:13 AM

Maj Mark Schmidt — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 09:13:58 -0400

How does one participate in this chat? I did not see a phone number, web site or other meeting number, site or room.

Response by Staci H. made Aug 5 at 2021 2:08 PM

Staci H. — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:08:04 -0400

Looking forward to supporting!

Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 9 at 2021 9:04 AM

Andi Martinez — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 09:04:37 -0400

How can peer support benefit me? what services are available in Kentucky?

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 10 at 2021 7:22 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:22:40 -0400

This is an excellent approach to support of nations best! Solid work here!

Response by LTC Keith L Jackson made Aug 11 at 2021 10:48 AM

LTC Keith L Jackson — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:48:46 -0400

What services are supported by the KDVA for veterans in the state of Kentucky?

Response by SN William Money made Aug 11 at 2021 1:43 PM

SN William Money — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:43:23 -0400

Can you automatically share va medical records with the Univ of Ky medical?

Response by 1SG Rob Pike made Aug 11 at 2021 9:47 PM

1SG Rob Pike — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 21:47:37 -0400

I submitted an update for some of my service-related illnesses after 18 months, because they are not getting better or treated and submitted some new claims that were missed on my 1st claim. Then I get a letter saying they are reducing my disability by 30% because I have not been to the Dr for it in the past year. I went to my VA PMC and addressed these illnesses several times but apparently her notes were not reviewed by the appeals panel. Why are the VETs being treated this way? I was sent to a Dr an hour away and he took maybe 10 minutes to shine a light in my nose and stand up with shoes off, who paid for this reevaluation of illnesses? I did with 8 hours of sick leave from my employer and a wasted time of this dr.? I only spent 30 years in the Army and 6 deployments starting with (SWA-Desert Storm). I might have gone on sick call 7-10 times during my career but now that I am trying to get help, I get sent to some crack doc with an office that looked like he was just using it to put two extra chairs in, no medical stuff was anywhere to be seen actually I think the 2 chairs were the only thing in the room (scarry?). I just want to know why the VA wants to take away my benefits that have medical documentation already confirmed of the illness and how they figured out that it must of got better magically? I would love to get that prescription so I can stop taking medicine for my illness. [login to see] .

Response by CPL Steve Crossfield made Aug 12 at 2021 7:26 AM

CPL Steve Crossfield — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:26:04 -0400

Can we ask general question about claim issues and resources for blind veteran with multiple co-morbities? Caregiver support program issues and community care.

Response by Sgt Tim Hudak made Aug 12 at 2021 9:46 AM

Sgt Tim Hudak — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 09:46:35 -0400

What is peer-to-peer besides talking with my friends or other Veterans? Or even RallyPoint?

Response by PO1 Kate Stevens made Aug 12 at 2021 10:04 AM

PO1 Kate Stevens — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:04:15 -0400

Team Rubicon is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that utilizes the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams. Founded in 2010, Team Rubicon has deployed across the United States and around the world to provide immediate relief to those impacted by disasters and humanitarian crises.

SERVICE above self is the driving force behind all of Team Rubicon’s operational activity. Our actions are characterized by the constant pursuit to prevent or alleviate human suffering and restore human dignity – we help people on their worst day.

Want to know more about how to get involved in serving? Ask your questions below, contact me at [login to see] or check out http://www.teamrubiconusa.org

Team Rubicon | Built To Serve

Team Rubicon serves communities by mobilizing veterans to continue their service by helping people prepare, respond, and recover from disasters and humanitarian crises.

Response by SP5 Robert Greer made Aug 12 at 2021 11:39 AM

SP5 Robert Greer — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 11:39:07 -0400

Why did the VA say I could not get a Photo ID?

Response by Maj Bonnie Carroll made Aug 12 at 2021 12:00 PM

Maj Bonnie Carroll — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 12:00:33 -0400

At TAPS, we provide comfort, care, and resources to all those grieving the death of a military loved one. Since 1994, TAPS has provided comfort and hope 24/7 through a national peer support network and connection to grief resources, all at no cost to surviving families and loved ones. We provide a variety of programs to survivors nation and worldwide, including our National Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp in Washington, D.C. over Memorial Day weekend. TAPS also conducts regional survivor seminars for adults and youth programs at locations across the country, as well as retreats and expeditions around the world. Staff can get you connected to counseling in your community and help navigate benefits and resources. Please connect with TAPS any time at 800.959.TAPS (8277) or visit: https://www.taps.org/. Thank you for joining us on RallyPoint, we look forward to answering any questions you may have.

Response by LCpl Samuel Maynard made Aug 12 at 2021 1:15 PM

LCpl Samuel Maynard — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 13:15:36 -0400

i am a camp lejeune poisoning victom. happened in 1986 when i went to 1141 school there. 4 months that destroyed my life. why am i still denyed for benifits? no compensation and only so so medical. va is a class system and you dont get all the things you need to live without compensation. it the unspoken slight being given to every vet who was poisoned at camp lejeune north carolina. what could we have done diffrently to better our cause. i didnt even know about the poisoning untill 2010, 6 years after i was premitly disabled and put in a wheelchair because of it. a twice degreed oregon state alactrican in my 10 year at weyerhaeuser making 6 figures. i would have killed to keep my job, i would kill to get back to it. instead i live parilized in a wheelchair still denied by VA and bairly making it on socal secrity, filing bankrupcy to save my home. how could my life turn out so bad from answering my countrys call?

Response by Coleton Whitaker made Aug 12 at 2021 1:30 PM

Coleton Whitaker — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 13:30:54 -0400

At the Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF), our mission is to strengthen and empower America's military and veteran caregivers and their families by raising public awareness, driving research, championing policy, and leading collaborations that make a significant impact on their lives. EDF offers a wide array of programs that include Fellowship & Training opportunities, Inclusive Care Practices, Online Caregiver Communities, nationwide FREE Respite, and local engagement strategies through our Hidden Heroes City and County partnerships. Thank you for joining us on RallyPoint, we look forward to answering any questions you may have. Please connect with EDF any time at:
https://www.elizabethdolefoundation.org/ OR http://hiddenheroes.org/.

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation

Caring for Military Families: Our Vision is an America where military caregivers are empowered, appreciated, and recognized for their service to our nation.

Response by SGT Lauren Augustine made Aug 12 at 2021 1:58 PM

SGT Lauren Augustine — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 13:58:12 -0400

Student Veterans of America (SVA) elevates the academic, professional, and personal development of veterans in higher education through chapter programs and services, outcomes and impacts research, and advocacy at every level. With a mission focused on empowering student veterans, SVA is committed to providing an educational experience that goes beyond the classroom.

Through a dedicated network of more than 1,500 on-campus chapters in all 50 states and three countries overseas representing more than 750,000 student veterans, SVA inspires yesterday’s warriors by connecting student veterans with a community of dedicated chapter leaders. Every day these passionate leaders work to provide the necessary resources, network support, and advocacy to ensure student veterans can effectively connect, expand their skills, and ultimately achieve their greatest potential.

Response by Staci H. made Aug 12 at 2021 2:02 PM

Staci H. — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:02:28 -0400

About Blue Star Families
The families of our all-volunteer military make unprecedented sacrifices these days to serve our country. Blue Star Families was founded by military spouses in 2009 to empower these families to thrive as they serve. We're committed to strengthening military families by connecting them with their neighbors – individuals and organizations – to create vibrant communities of mutual support. We believe we're all stronger when we take care of one another.

Our groundbreaking research is raising the nation's awareness of the unique challenges of military family life. With the help of neighbors across the country, Blue Star Families is overcoming the isolation and alienation of frequent moves, deployments, and reduced support from the government. Our innovative programs are solving specific challenges for military families, including fighting economic insecurity with resources that foster spouse career development, creating family strength with rich family programming, and providing critical peer support for caregivers, whose numbers are only increasing.

With more than 150,000 members in our network, including in chapters and communities all over the world, Blue Star Families touches more than 1.5 million military family members every year. Through our research and program partnerships, Blue Star Families ensures that wherever American military families go, they can always feel connected, supported and empowered to thrive – in every community, across the nation, and around the globe.

https://bluestarfam.org/

Blue Star Families - Find Your People, Build Your Community

Blue Star Families is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening America's military families through community building.

Response by Meghan Williams made Aug 12 at 2021 2:10 PM

Meghan Williams — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:10:14 -0400

Hello, I represent the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone. We are a nonprofit clinic dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health care to active duty service members, veterans and their loved ones. We believe our nation's heroes have earned the right to high quality care and will help break down any barriers to that care to ensure this most deserving population knows they are never alone. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have here today.

Response by PO1 Kate Stevens made Aug 12 at 2021 2:13 PM

PO1 Kate Stevens — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:13:19 -0400

Are you a Veteran who feels lost after getting out of the military? Are you looking for a way to get back to serving?

Your Greyshirt awaits.

Team Rubicon is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that utilizes the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams. Founded in 2010, Team Rubicon has deployed across the United States and around the world to provide immediate relief to those impacted by disasters and humanitarian crises.

SERVICE above self is the driving force behind all of Team Rubicon’s operational activity. Our actions are characterized by the constant pursuit to prevent or alleviate human suffering and restore human dignity – we help people on their worst day.

Want to know more about how to get involved in serving or how we got started? Watch this video about how Team Rubicon was founded and how we utilize Veteran's skills to bring healing to communities: https://youtu.be/dCT5bOTJNsM

Ask your questions below, contact me at [login to see] or check out http://www.teamrubiconusa.org

Built to Serve: The Story of Team Rubicon

The official 10-yr documentary of Team Rubicon. #BuiltToServe—Follow Team RubiconBlog: teamrubiconusa.org/blogFacebook: facebook.com/teamrubiconTwitter: twit...

Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 12 at 2021 2:13 PM

Andi Martinez — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:13:42 -0400

Welcome to the Q&A chat! Type your questions on this page and we will respond. If you need help accessing or applying for VA services and benefits, visit https://www.va.gov/welcome-kit/
Stay in the know and subscribe to our VetResources newsletter: https://www.va.gov/vetresources/

Print out your VA Welcome Kit | Veterans Affairs

Whether you’re just getting out of the service or you’ve been a civilian for years now, the VA Welcome Kit can help guide you to the benefits and services you’ve earned.

Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 12 at 2021 2:15 PM

Andi Martinez — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:15:06 -0400

If you are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, we are here to help. Call our Veterans Crisis line at [login to see] (Press 1) or send text to 838255.

Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 12 at 2021 2:16 PM

Andi Martinez — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:16:58 -0400

With one phone call, Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors can easily access information on VA benefits and services or be connected to an expert for answers to questions.

1-800-MyVA411 is a national, toll-free number that serves as a “front door” to VA. You can still reach VA at any other direct or contact center numbers, but 1-800-MyVA411 offers the simplicity of a single number to call when you don’t know who to call. The Veterans Crisis Line is always available 24/7 at [login to see] and pressing 1, by Chat, or by Texting 838255. You can also call the White House VA Hotline at [login to see] to share your compliments or concerns.

Call 1-800-MyVA411 to get information on VA care, benefits and services, such as:

Information on COVID-19 and the MISSION Act, which delivers access to health care – at VA facilities, virtually with telehealth, and in the community.
Health care eligibility and enrollment.
Information on VA benefits, such as disability compensation and pension, education programs, caregiver support, insurance, home loan guaranty, and burial scheduling and markers, among others.
The nearest VA facilities to where you live or to where you may be traveling; directory assistance, and connection to VA Medical Center operators.
Technical support for http://www.VA.gov.
Financial information, such as debt and payment options.
Referrals during business hours, with an introduction from you and your issue to a VA specialist best able to assist.
Immediate transfer to the Veterans Crisis Line or the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans for services and support from caring and trained responders.
1-800-MyVA411 callers have the option of pressing 0 to be immediately connected with a customer service agent to answer any questions or provide a warm-handoff to the appropriate VA expert.

1-800-MyVA411 ( [login to see] ) is available 24 hours-a-day, 365 day-a-year to serve Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors.

VA.gov Home | Veterans Affairs

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

Response by PO1 Kate Stevens made Aug 12 at 2021 2:18 PM

PO1 Kate Stevens — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:18:58 -0400

The Clay Hunt Fellows Program opens quarterly and equips the veteran with tools to redefine their purpose and identity out of uniform for a life of continued service. Fellows will complete a paid six-month Base Camp curriculum focused on emotional intelligence through strengths finders discovery, self-awareness exploration and personal assessments, focused cohort discussions, reading, and guided self-reflection assignments. Upon completion, Fellows will be equipped to better lead in their communities and within Team Rubicon.

Have more questions about the Clay Hunt Fellows Program? Check out: https://teamrubiconusa.org/clay-hunt-fellowship/

Clay Hunt Fellows Program | Team Rubicon | Team Rubicon

The Clay Hunt Fellows Program equips veterans with tools to redefine their purpose and identity out of uniform for continued service upon transition.

Response by Kacie Kelly made Aug 12 at 2021 2:20 PM

Kacie Kelly — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:20:43 -0400

The George W. Bush Institute's Veteran Wellness Alliance is an innovative alliance that links veteran peer networks with high-quality care providers for mental and brain health challenges. Navigating the complicated veteran support landscape makes finding quality care hard for veterans and the people who want to help them. And getting them that help can be even harder.
That’s why we, and other veteran serving organizations like us, built Check-In. Powered by the Veteran Wellness Alliance, Check-In is a user-friendly tool designed to connect veterans with high-quality, compassionate care for mental and brain health through a first-of-its-kind network of trusted peer-led organizations and service providers. Learn more about the Alliance at http://www.bushcenter.org/vwa

Veteran Wellness Alliance -- George W. Bush Institute

Get involved. Connect with fellow veterans. Or find the clinical care you need.

Response by BG Mike Eastman made Aug 12 at 2021 2:28 PM

BG Mike Eastman — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:28:44 -0400

Interested in becoming a sponsor for a Servicemember leaving active duty and returning to Kentucky? Please check out our program at http://www.etssponsorship.com. Much like the military provides sponsors for PCS moves, we connect new Veterans with trained sponsors from their destination community to facilitate a smooth transition.

ETS Sponsorship Program

Response by CWO3 Bob Terhune made Aug 12 at 2021 2:31 PM

CWO3 Bob Terhune — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:31:26 -0400

I submitted two questions why haven't posted
Are you filtering the asked questions?

Response by COL Ken Mead made Aug 12 at 2021 2:35 PM

COL Ken Mead — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:35:35 -0400

Not entirely clear to me how this VETXL is supposed to work but am taking a stab at it.

I retired active duty in Aug 2019. Registered an intent to file medical claims on 6/26/2020. To date, I still haven't actually filed any claims. What are the ramifications of my procrastination? Have I messed around too long and now the ship has sailed?

Thanks in advance for your reply!
-Ken

Response by CWO3 Bob Terhune made Aug 12 at 2021 2:38 PM

CWO3 Bob Terhune — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:38:33 -0400

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Response by Andi Martinez made Aug 12 at 2021 3:02 PM

Andi Martinez — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:02:49 -0400

Thank you all for joining. If we did not get to your question yet, we will and thank you for your patience. We will be addressing questions in the chat until Aug 13th at 5pm ET.

Response by CWO3 Bob Terhune made Aug 12 at 2021 4:10 PM

CWO3 Bob Terhune — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 16:10:49 -0400

Why aren't talking about the present "Bills" that are being considered this year.
We need to contact our legislators

Veterans and their families are in need of legislative assistance to support their efforts to receive the needed medical care and assistance with their disability claims.
From your Congressional Office I would like to receive written correspondence to my request that you, acting as my “Congressional Representative”, Co-sponsor / support the following legislation:

The 2017th Congress has several legislative bills before it.

The Team Act: H.R. 2127-Toxic Exposure in the American Military Act (TEAM Act) Expansion of health care and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances

Justice Act: H.R.2192 - Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021 To provide for recovery by individuals who were stationed, lived, or worked at Camp Lejeune, for certain actions of omissions by the United States.

Fort McClellan Health Registry Act:
H.R.2825 - Fort McClellan Health Registry Act To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a registry of certain veterans who were stationed at Fort McClellan, Alabama, and for other purposes.
Ask to amend H.R. 2825 to include a “Health Registry” for the Veterans associated with the Camp Lejeune Contaminated Water.

Brandon Act H.R. 3492 Brandon Act
A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the process by which a member of the Armed Forces may be referred for a mental health evaluation.

Response by Cpl Vic Burk made Aug 12 at 2021 8:15 PM

Cpl Vic Burk — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 20:15:17 -0400

Holy Cow! I never knew there were so many support organizations for Veterans! Fantastic job everyone! I salute all of you for doing what you do!