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Veterans Benefits Newsletter
July 2022
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Beware of Pension Poachers
Have you heard of the scam called pension poaching? It is a financial hoax that targets Veterans, survivors, and family members who may be eligible for VA pension payments. Don’t let scammers stop you from getting the benefits you’ve earned. Learn how to protect yourself from pension poachers and spot the warning signs.
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DIC Benefits for Survivors
If you’re the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a Veteran or service member who died from a service-related injury or illness, you may be eligible for VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). DIC is a tax-free monthly financial benefit. Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply.
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Request a Higher-Level Review for Your Appeal
Veterans can request a higher-level review (HLR) of a benefits claim decision. As part of the HLR process, VA offers an optional one-time informal conference. This allows a Veteran or their representative to speak directly with a higher-level reviewer assigned to complete the decision review. Learn how to sign up for an HLR informal conference.
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Access Free Financial Counseling With VBBP
VA has expanded the Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP) to provide more services to Veterans, including financial education and credit counseling opportunities. VBBP continues to provide Veterans with access to low or no-cost bank or credit union accounts. Learn how to join the more than 150,000 Veterans who use VBBP to protect their benefits.
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Adapt Your Car with VA
If you have a service-related disability that prevents you from driving, VA can help you buy a specially adapted vehicle or adapt an existing vehicle to make it drivable for you! Learn how to apply for automobile allowance and adaptive equipment grants.
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Supporting Our Country's Heroes
From building and donating adaptive bikes and hosting cycling events to supporting recovery programs and important medical research, Project Hero is making a difference in the lives of thousands of Veterans and First Responders, as well as their families and communities. The program has helped more than 10,000 Veterans and First Responders through cycling-based programs and other events since 2008. Project Hero HUB Centers offer venues, activities, resources, and support to Veterans and First Responders in more than 50 cities throughout the nation. Find a Hero HUB Center near you!
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VA Travel Pay Reimbursement
Find out if you're eligible for travel pay reimbursement through the Beneficiary Travel program. Eligible Veterans can be repaid by VA for travel expenses to and from approved health care appointments.
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