Posts Tagged ‘Veterans’
RI Veterans: Did you know? 27.06.24 (VA benefits, mental health, resources, events) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Questions from readers Question 1: I am not qualified for VA health care, am I eligible for any VA benefits? Vince, North Providence Answer: Vince, not sure when you applied and were denied, however, the VA expanded health care to thousands more veteran in March. A press release by the…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 20.06.24 (VA Math, Vets Volunteer, events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues VA Math is Not Traditional Math for VA Disability Compensation When 70 + 20 = 80 does not add up to 90, and is equal to 70 +20+20+80 for VA Disability Rating. Question from one of our readers: How does a new rating of 20% not increase…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 13.06.24 (Flag Day, Boots to Bushels, events, info…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Did you know Friday, June 14, 2024 is Flag Day? Did you know President Joseph Biden proclaimed June 14, 2024 Flag Day and the week starting June 9, 2024 as National Flag Week? VETTIP: Have an old flag needing disposal, bring to ROMA on Friday, June 14, 2024 and turn it…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 06.06.24 (80th DDay, American flag, events…) – John A. Cianci
veterans events and info in ri
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Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 30.05.24 (VA info, bikes, events, volunteer needs..) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues Did you know you VA Health Card has an expiration date on it? Did you know your VA Health Card could be confiscated if expired and you present it for base access? VETTIP: RINEWSTODAY reached out to a few military installations who advised any ID card…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 23.05.24 (Discharge upgrades, events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans columnist Question from one of our readers? How do I get my discharge upgrade? Aerie, Cranston One source for assistance is Operation Stand Down, Johnston RI, (401) 383-4730 The service is free, and when calling, ask to speak with Dan Evangelista who provides you with a review of the discharge…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 16.05.24 (Events, golf, fishing, discounts, Lejeune info) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans column Questions from readers on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Q: The claim I filed was denied by the VA reading “no records”. I served at Camp Lejeune. I was in the Marine reserves, and we never received orders for the annual training showing I served at Camp Lejeune.…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 09.05.24 (Events, remembrance, resources, more…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Question: from one of the attendees at the 1st Rhode Island Medal of Honor Remembrance dinner, Dan, of Cranston: What does the helmet on the rifle represent? Dan, Cranston RI Answer: In modern conflicts, the battlefield cross typically consists of four main elements: A rifle, with fixed bayonet, muzzle…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 02.05.24 (Pvt. George J. Peters, local events, vet info) – John A. Cianci
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