Posts Tagged ‘Veterans’
RI Veterans: Did you know? 31.08.23 (Support Maui Vets. URI TODAY. Other…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues Photo: Maui News Rhode Island Italian American War Veterans of US Supporting Maui Veterans On Monday, September 4 2023, the Italian American war Veterans of US will have several collection points on Federal Hill to collect funds to support Maui Veterans. “We partnered with American Legion…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 24-08-23 (Disability claims, events, resources… ) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues Understanding Evidence Needed for Favorable Decision by the VA. Question from one of our readers: I was denied service-connected disability for sleep apnea, although the VA medical center determined I had sleep insomnia and later issued me a CPAP machine? Ray, Smithfield Answer: After discussing VA decision with you and…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 17.08.23 (Military wedding, PACT, events, more…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues Did you know the sword or saber arch is one of the more popular military traditions? Six or eight service members line up in pairs and make an arch with their swords or sabers for the bride and groom to walk under after the ceremony. Mr.…
Read MoreRI Veterans: PACT Act application deadline extended. In-person help Monday – John A. Cianci
VA extends deadline Through Monday for Veterans and survivors to apply for PACT Act benefits backdated to August 10, 2022 NOTE: John A. Cianci of ITAM will be at ROMA Restaurant on Federal Hill on Monday, 10am to 4pm to assist anyone in filling out their applications. From the VA: Extension will ensure that no…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 10.08.23 (PACT, 100th Bday, events, resources…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues PACT ACT: AUGUST passed and I didn’t file a claim or intent to file. Veterans and survivors who missed the August 9th, 2023 deadline, you still will be eligible for benefits if you file a claim on or after August 10, 2023. However, you will not be…
Read MoreRI Veterans: PACT ACT deadline TODAY. When it doubt, fill it out – John A. Cianci
The PACT Act and your VA benefits From the VA: The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions that we assume (or “presume”) are caused by exposure…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 03.08.23 (PACT Act deadline, events, resources…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues We start off with questions from our readers on PACT Act and August 10, 2023 Deadline: Question 1: Do I need to file under before the deadline if I am already receiving 100% VA disability compensation from the VA? Joe, Coventry Answer: Yes and No. My recommendation to…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 27.07.23 (PACT Act, events, resources, discounts…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues Photo taken by member of the 119th MP Co in the Middle East in 1991 during Operation Desert Storm. SPC Laplume is on “s— detail”; half barrels filled with human waste mixed with diesel to burn. The detail was a daily mission to dispose of human waste…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 20.07.23 (Travel, Disney discounts, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans’ issues Did you know Disney offers a discounted 4-Day or 5-Day Disney Military Salute Ticket for members of the Armed Forces, eligible veterans, and primary caregivers? (see article below for details) Did you know the AFRC has a resort, “Shades of Green Resort” –https://www.shadesofgreen.org located on Disney in Florida? Did…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 13.07.23 (federal jobs, events, resources, discounts) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Special Hiring For Disabled Veterans by federal agencies Q: I am told a veteran can be hired by a federal agency even if the position is not advertised or? – Scott, Tiverton A: What I think you might be referring to is a veteran who is receiving Veterans Administration…
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