Court Limits Agent Orange Benefits
Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at 10:11 AM
by Wisconsin VFW News
Some Navy veterans who served in Vietnam and now claim they are sick because of exposure to the herbicide Agent Orange during the war now bear a heavier burden of proof if they hope to earn disability compensation and health care for their conditions from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled May 8 that the VA correctly defined "service in Vietnam" as actually setting foot on land or navigating the country's inland waters, rather than off the coast.
The ruling overturns an earlier Court of Veterans Appeals decision that would have forced the VA to broaden its definition, and as a result open the doors to compensation and treatment to more veterans.
The decision in the case, Haas v. Peake, is available online at find it at: www.cafc.uscourts.gov/opinions/07-7037.pdf
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U.S. Court of Appeals defines "Service in Vietnam" for some Navy Personnel
Monday, June 30, 2008 at 12:56 PM
by Wisconsin VFW News
Court Limits Agent Orange Benefits
Some Navy veterans who served in Vietnam and now claim they are sick because of exposure to the herbicide Agent Orange during the war now bear a heavier burden of proof if they hope to earn disability compensation and health care for their conditions from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled May 8 that the VA correctly defined "service in Vietnam" as actually setting foot on land or navigating the country's inland waters, rather than off the coast. The ruling overturns an earlier Court of Veterans Appeals decision that would have forced the VA to broaden its definition, and as a result open the doors to compensation and treatment to more veterans. The decision in the case, Haas v. Peake, is available online at find it at: www.cafc.uscourts.gov/opinions/07-7037.pdf.
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VA Reaching Out to Vets with Mortgage Problems
Friday, June 13, 2008 at 05:30 PM
by Wisconsin VFW News
WASHINGTON – Many home owners have found it difficult recently to pay their mortgages, but quick intervention by loan counselors at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has actually reduced the number of veterans defaulting on their home loans.
“VA is reaching out to veterans -- both those who use our home-loan guaranty program and those who don’t take advantage of our guaranties -- to keep people in their homes,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. “I’m proud of our solid record of success in helping veterans and active-duty personnel deal with financial crises.”
Accounting for much of this success are VA counselors at nine regional loan centers who assist people with VA-guarantied loans avoid foreclosure through counseling and special financing arrangements. The counselors also can assist other veterans with financial problems. VA counselors have helped about 74,000 veterans, active-duty members and survivors keep their homes since 2000, a savings to the government of nearly $1.5 billion.
Depending on a veteran’s circumstances, VA can intercede with the borrower on the veteran’s behalf to pursue options -- such as repayment plans, forbearance, and loan modifications -- that would allow a veteran to keep a home.
To obtain help from a VA financial counselor, veterans can call VA toll-free at 1-877-827-3702. Information about VA’s home loan guaranty program can be obtained at
www.homeleans.va.gov
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MILITARY FAMILY RETREAT PLANNED FOR OIF/OEF VETS
Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 01:46 PM
by Wisconsin VFW News
A Retreat for Wisconsin and Minnesota OEF/OIF Vets and their families is scheduled for July 4th through the 6th at Camp New Hope in McGrergor, MN.
- Who: OIF/OEF Veterans and Families.
- What: Family Retreat, Camp New Hope.
- Cost: FREE, including all meals!
- Includes: Series of short presentations on trauma, relationships, problem-solving, sleep, finances, and more will be offered at different times throughout each day.
- Location: Rural and peaceful.
- Objective: To offer low-key assistance as requested by family.
- Youth: Activies will be offered based upon need.
- Sponsors: Department of Veterans, 88th Regional Support Command, Friendship Ventures, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Lions Clubs.
- When: Check-in 4-July 08 @ 1400 hrs; Check out: 6-July 08 @ 1200 hrs.
- Why: Provide education & offer services in a relaxed rural setting to aid Vets and their families in readjustment from deployments.
To download a registration form, CLICK HERE
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VFW Website Contest Closing Soon
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 10:34 AM
by Wisconsin VFW News
ATTENTION DEPARTMENTS AND POSTS
Only one week left to submit your Department/Post entry into the 2008 VFW Website Contest
Submit your URL, Department or Post name/number, city and state to:
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Military Honors Explained
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 07:44 AM
by Wisconsin VFW News
Veterans and their families frequently have questions about honors practices and traditions at funerals.
The haunting notes of taps and the reverent folding of the U.S. Flag are well-known tributes that are part of military funerals.
Gannett News Service has compiled a unique and informative multi-media presentation in conjunction with the Honor Guard of Arlington National Cemetary which explains the history and traditions of these and other Final Honors.
CLICK HERE to view this interesting program.
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Middleton Hospital Adds Toll-Free Phone Number
Monday, March 17, 2008 at 12:44 PM
by Wisconsin VFW News
VETERANS HOSPITAL TOLL-FREE TELEPHONE NUMBER
The William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital of Madison, now has a toll-free telephone number in use. Now anyone at the hospital can be contacted by using the local number, (608) 256-1901 or the toll-free number, (888) 478-8321.
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