Olivia Thompson
Vietnam Veteran Ron Seibles Honored With 2025 Governor’s Veterans Advocacy Award for Decades of Service in Alaska
Ron Seibles, a Vietnam War veteran, was honored with the prestigious 2025 Governor’s Veterans Advocacy Award for his outstanding service and dedication to Alaska’s ...
VA Permanently Houses Nearly 52,000 Homeless Veterans in 2025, Marking Strongest Performance Since New Tracking System
In 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) achieved a historic milestone by permanently housing 51,936 homeless veterans across the United States, marking the ...
Army Approves $1,550 Monthly Retention Bonus for Senior Warrant Officers in 2026
In an effort to retain experienced and highly skilled personnel, the U.S. Army has announced a $1,550 monthly retention bonus aimed at senior warrant ...
VA COLA Increase 2026: What Veterans Need to Know About the New Cost-of-Living Adjustment
The VA COLA Increase 2026 (Cost-of-Living Adjustment) is one of the most important financial updates of the year for millions of U.S. veterans and ...
USAA Direct Deposit Dates for VA Disability in December 2025: When Will Your Monthly Payment Be Made?
For many veterans, the timing of their monthly VA disability payments is crucial for budgeting, paying bills, and managing year-end expenses. December can be ...
70% VA Disability COLA Increase 2026: What Veterans Need to Know
The 2026 VA Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) brings a 2.8% increase in monthly VA disability compensation, effective December 1, 2025. This boost affects all veterans ...
VA Disability Payment Chart 2026: Updated Rates, COLA Increase, and Key Dates
The VA Disability Pay Chart for 2026 introduces a 2.8% increase in monthly, tax-free compensation for eligible veterans and their dependents. The new rates ...
The VA Back Pay Timeline Explained: How Long Does It Take to Get Back Pay in 2026?
For many veterans, VA disability back pay is more than just a lump-sum payment it’s long-overdue compensation for months or even years of living ...
15 Most Common Reasons for VA Claim Denials and How to Fight Back Insider Guide for 2026
Receiving a VA disability claim denial can feel like a gut punch. Many veterans describe the experience as frustrating, confusing, and discouraging especially when ...
FSAD VA Rating: How Female Veterans Can Qualify for VA Benefits and Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) in 2026
Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD) is a serious and often overlooked medical condition that can deeply affect a veteran’s physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, ...
