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Today Tyler and Paul discuss OTH, Other Than Honorable Discharge and how a Veteran can gain benefits if they were not honorably discharged from service. There is different gradation of dishonorable discharges but in this episode Tyler and Paul will discuss only OTH.

If you are disabled and have an injury, apply for disability compensation. Once the application is complete there will be a character of discharge review which will take about a year to collect and review, and then they will make a determination on the purpose of the benefit as being categorized as other than dishonorable.

Applying for Benefits and Your Character of Discharge - Veterans Benefits Administration (va.gov)

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In this mini series podcast, airing in January/February/March 2022, Tyler and Dr. Paul Lawrence, the former Under Secretary to the Veteran Benefits Administration get straight to the point on commonly asked questions within the veteran community.

Episode 1 - Tyler and Paul address utilizing the free resources available for veterans verses hiring an attorney when filing a claim or appeal with the VA.

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What happens if you are incarcerated and you are a veteran? How does this affect your benefits and the needs of your family?

In today's episode, Paul and Tyler discuss what happens to veteran benefits when incarcerated and the options available to help both veterans and their family. It is important to notify the VA if a veteran is incarcerated and receiving disability compensation as there is a reduction in percentage. There can be a debt owed to the VA once released if they have not been notified. In addition it is important to connect with a Veteran Justice Outreach Program representative to prepare for being released to avoid homelessness. Tune to hear more about what is available and the steps a veteran needs to take during and upon re-entering.

Incarcerated Veterans
https://www.benefits.va.gov/persona/veteran-incarcerated.asp

Veteran Justice Outreach Program
https://www.va.gov/homeless/vjo.asp

https://benefits.va.gov/BENEFITS/factsheets/misc/JusticeInvolved.pdf

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A reliable, safe way to manage your VA monetary benefit.

Paul discusses with Tyler the Veterans Benefits Banking Program which consists of banks and credit unions that work with veterans to qualify for a bank account to direct deposit their VA monetary funds. In addition the VBBP offers financial and credit counseling.

To learn more visit  https://www.benefits.va.gov/benefits/banking.asp

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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax free monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of military Servicemembers who died in the line of duty or eligible survivors of Veterans whose death resulted from a service-related injury or disease.

This can be a complicated process but well worth the assistance for loved ones especially since any disability compensation will no longer be paid if a veteran/service member passes. Paul explains in detail how the DIC benefits works and who it benefits.

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Oftentimes a veteran with disabilities such as wheelchair bound, loss of limb, blindness or severe burns may require modifications to their home or to temporary housing. This is where the VA can step in to help with the changes needed.

In this episode of Straight to the Point, Tyler and Paul talk about three different grants available through the VA. First the  Specially Adapted Housing grant (SAH)  which helps with larger modifications such as moving walls or modifying counters and other major changes. Second is the Special Home Adaptation (SHA) grant which helps with technical changes such as flashing fire alarms and the third is the Temporary Residence Adaptation (TRA) grant which helps to make modifications to a temporary home such as if a veteran had to stay at a family members until he/she is moved to a more permanent residence.

Tune in to learn more details on these grants and other areas of assistance for special vehicle adaptation that may be driven by physical and medical limitations. 

 https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants/
The number to access assistance with housing adaption is 877-827-3702
  
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VR&E Veteran Readiness and Employment,  formerly known as Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, helps with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. In today's episode, Paul and Tyler discuss the perks of utilizing VR&E and the interaction between the veteran and the counselor to determine what a veteran is entitled to and what is appropriate. VR&E is personalized with the help of your counselor to help you explore employment options and address education or training needs so you can be employed.

Links
https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/
https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/

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In this episode Dr. Paul Lawrence and Dr. Tyler Pieron explore the intricacies of Veteran Benefits, focusing on disability compensation. Dr. Lawrence, the former Undersecretary for Benefits at Veterans Affairs, shares valuable insights on how Veterans can streamline their claims process. From organizing documentation to understanding lay evidence, this episode is packed with practical advice to help Veterans secure the benefits they deserve.

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Dr. Paul Lawrence and Tyler highlight the critical, yet often neglected, practice of veterans discussing their benefits with their loved ones. Paul sheds light on the emotional and financial chaos that can befall a family when a veteran's passing leaves them uninformed and vulnerable, emphasizing the need for open communication to prevent such a crisis on this episode of Straight to the Point.

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Tyler and Paul talk about the Home Loan Guarantee with the VA with no money down and no private mortgage insurance. Get your pad of paper and pen ready so you can get your ducks in a row to purchase your own home.

Call 877 827 3702 to learn more.

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