Veterans Benefits for Dummies

Saving veterans and their families from months of phone calls and internet searches, Veterans Benefits For Dummies outlines the various programs that the VA and other government agencies have in place as well as the procedures for filing applications, claims, and appeals for these benefits which include: * Health care * Ongoing care for wounded and disabled vets * Education assistance * Vocational rehabilitation * Life insurance * Home loan guarantees * Pensions * Survivors' benefits * Burial benefits

Rod Powers is a recognized expert in all U.S. military matters. A military author, his articles have appeared in numerous military and civilian publications. Powers is the co-author of the successful ASVAB For Dummies, 2nd Edition, and serves as a military guide for About.com.

Introduction
Benefit ting From Benefits
The Wonderful World of Veterans Benefits
Determining Veteran Status and Qualifying for Benefits
Navigating Your Way through the Red Tape of Claims and Appeals
A Healthy Look at Medical Care and Compensation Programs
Veterans Affairs Healthcare
Tricare: The Military's Health Insurance
Disability Compensation and Pensions
Getting Your Military Retirement Pay
Carrying On: Payments and Benefits for Survivors
Burial and Memorial Benefits
Understanding Education and Employment Programs
Advancing Your Education through the GI Bill
Aid and Vocational Training for Disabled and Homeless Veterans
Veterans' Job Preference & Small Business Loans
Home Is Where the Heart Is - Except When You're Traveling!
Financing Your Dream House: VA Home Loan Guarantees
There's No Place Like
Shopping Until You Drop
Things to Do, Places to See: Travel Benefits
The Part of Tens
Ten Places to Get Help with Veterans Benefits
Ten T ips for Avoiding Problems with Your VA Benefit Claims
Ten T ips for Traveling via the Military
Appendixes
Index
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Veterans Benefits for Dummies

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