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Veterans Benefits Newsletter
October 2024
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Survivor Benefits and Reporting a Veteran Death
Losing
a loved one is a challenging time — we are here to help. As the
survivor of a Veteran or Service member, check to see if you qualify for
survivor benefits, including help with burial costs and survivor compensation.
Please
contact VA to report the Veteran’s death and avoid an overpayment of
the Veteran’s benefits. You can report the death in person at a VA Regional Office,
by mail, or by phone. When you do this, VA will stop any benefit
payments the Veteran received as required by law. Reporting the death
timely will help ensure survivors or executors of the Veteran’s estate
do not experience additional financial stress.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
The Center for Minority Veterans is the Department of Veterans Affairs model for inter- and intra-agency
co-operation, to ensure all veterans receive equal service regardless
of race, origin, religion, or gender. In honor of Hispanic Heritage
Month, learn more about the Center and how it can help you.
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VA Home Loan Guaranty
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As
part of our mission to serve you, we provide a home loan guaranty
benefit and other housing-related programs to help you buy, build,
repair, retain, or adapt a home for your own personal occupancy. Learn
more about the VA Home Loan Guaranty Program.
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File a Supplemental Claim
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If
VA denied your disability claim in the past, but now considers your
condition presumptive, you are encouraged to file a Supplemental Claim.
This will allow VA to re-adjudicate your claim when presented with new
evidence or policy. Learn how to file a Supplemental Claim today.
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Protect your GI Bill from Scams
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Decision Letter Tool
Did
you know you can access your VA notices and claims development letters
on VA.gov? You no longer have to wait for mailed copies or request
reprints from VA. By logging in using your VA.gov login info you can view your documents.
Learn how to access decision letters and notices.
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
As
technology advances, scammers are becoming smarter in their attacks. VA
is actively working to identify growing fraud threats and trends. We
are committed to protecting Veterans’ benefits against fraudulent activity and raising awareness
of the various cyber scams.
To learn more about protecting Veterans from fraud, visit www.va.gov/VSAFE.
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Stay Connected with Team RWB
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Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) is dedicated to enriching the lives of Veterans by connecting them to
their community through physical and social activity. By providing
in-person and virtual opportunities, Team RWB can help you focus on your
mental and physical health to ensure the best days are ahead. Download
their free mobile app to meet local community members, access virtual
challenges, and much more!
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Get Screened for Breast Cancer
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a great reminder to get screened! VA health care gives eligible Veterans access to comprehensive women’s care services, including breast cancer screenings and care.
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