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Supporting Veterans Beyond Traditional Care At the West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance (WVDVA), our mission is to connect Veterans and their families with the benefits and resources they’ve earned. While our department does not provide health care outside of our resident facilities, we recognize the importance of helping Veterans understand the full range of wellness options …
Why VA Health Care Enrollment Is Important Veterans earn numerous benefits through their service to their country. Among the most valuable and important is access to VA health care. However, not all Veterans are eligible, and determining eligibility and prioritizing care can be confusing. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) uses a system of priority groups to ensure that …
The Three Elements of a VA Claim When filing a claim for VA disability compensation, three key elements must exist: Of these, the nexus is often the most complex and misunderstood part of the process. Without it, even a clear diagnosis and a well-documented service history may not be enough for the Department of Veterans …
In the summer of 2023, veteran Joshua Rife was struggling with suicidal thoughts. “The only escape I had was to just unplug from my life and do something else. And for me, it was video games,” he said. Fortunately, another veteran he’d met online recommended Rife seek mental help from the local VA hospital, and …