Olivia Thompson

VA Disability Benefits January 2026

VA Disability Benefits January 2026: How Much Will You Receive After the COLA Increase?

Disabled veterans across the United States will begin receiving higher VA disability compensation in January 2026, following the latest federal Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) tied ...

PTSD With Alcohol Use Disorder VA Ratings Explained

PTSD With Alcohol Use Disorder VA Ratings Explained: Eligibility, Compensation Levels, and Evidence That Matters

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most prevalent service-connected mental health conditions among U.S. veterans. Exposure to combat, military sexual trauma, life-threatening ...

Chapter 35 Rates for Survivors and Dependents

2026 Chapter 35 Rates for Survivors and Dependents: Monthly Payment Chart & Eligibility

The Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) program also known as VA Chapter 35 provides education and training benefits to eligible dependents of certain ...

2026 VA Disability Payment Schedule

2026 VA Disability Payment Schedule: Official VA Pay Dates & Early Deposit Info

Wondering when your 2026 VA disability payment will hit your bank account? Here’s the deal, fellow veterans: VA disability compensation for a given month ...

Proposed VA Rating Changes for Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders

Proposed VA Rating Changes for Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders: What Veterans Really Need to Know 2026 Update

On November 12, 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs released proposed updates to the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) covering neurological conditions and ...

Flat Feet VA C&P Exam

Flat Feet VA C&P Exam: What to Expect and How to Prepare in 2026

Flat feet medically known as pes planus are one of the most common service-connected conditions among U.S. veterans. Years of marching, running, prolonged standing, ...

C&P Exam for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

C&P Exam for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS): What to Expect and How to Prepare in 2026

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition that can severely limit a veteran’s ability to work, think clearly, and carry out daily activities. ...

Diabetes Secondary to Sleep Apnea

Diabetes Secondary to Sleep Apnea: Is There a VA Disability Connection in 2026?

Sleep apnea is far more than loud snoring or restless nights. For many veterans, it is a serious medical condition that disrupts oxygen flow, ...

Here’s What It Means to Have a VA Disability Rating

Here’s What It Means to Have a VA Disability Rating: Pay Rates & Benefits Explained 2026

Millions of U.S. veterans rely on VA Disability Benefits as a primary source of financial support after leaving military service. These benefits help offset ...

100% VA Disability COLA Increase 2026

100% VA Disability COLA Increase 2026: What Veterans Need to Know

The 2026 VA COLA increase a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is now official, bringing meaningful financial relief to millions of veterans and their families. ...