While most military veterans know about the health care and education benefits available, many are not aware of the several other benefits offered to veterans and their families. These benefits range from tax preparation to caregiver support, and a variety of offers in between. Below are the top 10 veterans benefits everyone should utilize: American…
In February of 2019, the Department of Veterans Affairs is expected to implement a new law intended to shorten the time it takes veterans to appeal their claims for VA benefits. Currently, the appeals process can take an average of six years to navigate, leaving many veterans frustrated, underrepresented, and left without benefits. Some are…
When returning home from service, veterans often bring home problems they never anticipated. Fortunately, issues such as PTSD and alcoholism are coming to light and starting to be better assessed and addressed by today’s healthcare professionals. Although, veterans continue to grapple with problems on an innately human level. What is my purpose? How may I…
Being deployed is one of the most stressful things an active member of the military has to deal with. The separation of family is the aspect that hurts a military member the most while their family worrying about them returning safely adds to this stress. Many people regardless of the branch of military count down…
Parents who have grappled with the horror of active addiction regrettably understand well the impact that the disease has on their children. Therapists and clinicians are quick to point out the fact that substance abuse is a sickness for which the sufferer has limited control over their actions while using their drug of choice. However,…
Let’s face it—our teens are sometimes a hard crowd to please. But if you can keep them safe and at home rather than out on the town during the long holiday break, you might sleep a little easier at night knowing where they are. But in order to keep them home, you’re going to have…
Education is a human right. What’s more, like other human rights, it can’t be underestimated. Over the world, 59 million youngsters and 65 million youths are out of school. In excess of 120 million youngsters don’t finish essential instruction. Behind these figures, there are kids and youth being denied a right, as well as circumstances:…
A DUI is not like a traffic ticket. It’s a very, very serious charge. If you’re found guilty you could (depending on state laws and other factors) lose your license, pay steep fines, be required to attend instructional and alcohol recovery lessons, or even go to jail. And if you head into that courtroom without…
Buying a home is a great step towards making a haven for you and your family. Buying a home is also a long-term investment in your financial future. Therefore, your purchase should be very careful. You should put many things into consideration and also plan for it. There is good news for those veterans who…
Being a veteran is something to be proud of whether you were deployed overseas or took care of logistics for the military. This is a brotherhood that runs deep and it can also help you in the financial sense. Besides all of the veteran based discounts that are available there are other options to make…
Unfortunately for veterans coming home from being deployed home life can come with its own problems. These problems can come crashing down right after returning home or there will be a small amount of time until the issues start arising. The best thing that can be done is to react to certain situations in a…
The United States military has a long and proud history of helping its members and their spouses with training not only for combat but for finding and excelling at career opportunities in the civilian world. Military leaders have always recognized that not every soldier is going to stay in uniform for the rest of his…
Disabled veteran benefits are awarded to veterans who are injured or incur a disease during active military service. Veterans must meet certain criteria and undergo medical examinations and massive amounts of paperwork throughout the process. Although the process of being approved for benefits can seem daunting, compensation could make the process well worth it in…
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), is a serious mental health disorder that can require lifetime management. It can develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event such as domestic abuse or combat. Many factors can increase a person’s chances of developing PTSD that are outside of their control such as how long they’re exposed to…
Most individuals believe that a less-than-honorable discharge status from the military will result in the loss of military benefits. Benefits that could be revoked include healthcare, disability compensation, and educational assistance. Although most cases of a less-than-honorable discharge status do result in a revocation of military benefits, there are exceptions. Some Department of Veterans Affairs…
As parents we are the best example that our children have when it comes to behaving in certain situations. Those people who have parents that never taught them how to manage money are more likely to make poor financial decisions than a person who was taught about credit, interest, as well as investing. Certain habits…
Mothers that have to travel internationally for work have a tough challenge when it comes to balancing family time and work obligations. Although this is a challenge it is more than possible but it will take great organization. Mothers that thrive in huge meetings with clients or prospects are on the fast track to upper…
There are numerous myths regarding what filing for VA disability actually means and how it might affect veterans. Sometimes, veterans aren’t interested in filing a claim for VA disability benefits after their military duty ends for one reason or another. As there are several misconceptions regarding the process in general, this article aims to summarize…
Rock-a-bye baby You have tried all the possible combinations of giving up the late-night caffeine, making the bedroom dark and cozy, not watching horror movies or getting your to-do list right. But, even then, why are you still not being able to sleep? According to Kristen L. Knutson, there are several habits that you may…
To help you decide whether relocating to and starting a new life in Canada is for you, it’s important that you begin by familiarizing yourself with the associated advantages and disadvantages of the same. The Advantages The absence of a language barrier, with the exception of the French speaking areas, is one of the main…
Kids just can’t keep still. They always want to go outside to explore their surroundings, getting into puddles, snow or muck at every opportunity. Providing durability and protection, boots are a great choice of footwear for active children. But with all the different brands and styles out there, choosing the right boot isn’t easy. Boots…
We spend most of our lives sleeping. A normal human being spends at least 1/3 of his/her life asleep, a reason why you need to invest in the right bed and mattress. Finding/choosing the right mattress for your specific needs can however be an intimidating task for many people. One of the reasons for this…
The majority of pregnant women don’t get good quality sleep every day. Typically, most women experience disturbed sleep or insomnia and it is quite normal as well as heightened anxiety and stress. We will now look at a couple of tips that will help you get better sleep. Reduce sleeping during the day If you…
The following paragraphs will explore the significant benefits electric fireplaces have over traditional versions such as those that use gas and coal. The article endeavors to cover a range of considerations, including maintenance needs, expense and, something near and dear to the hearts of many, the environmental impact of use. Fireplaces run by electricity are…
Do you have succulents in your home of garden and are wondering how you could have cared for them in a better manner? Zones Hardy succulents require the most minimal amount of maintenance. These are perfect if you have a job that requires you to travel for a few days. Most of these plants appear…