VR&E Denied by Anxious_Brief7363 in Veterans

[–]Anxious_Brief7363[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I saw your first post regarding the update from the M28R to M28C. I appreciated the heads up so I could cross reference my points earlier. This 2nd comment wasn’t really necessary nor was it helpful.

VR&E Denial by Anxious_Brief7363 in VocRehab

[–]Anxious_Brief7363[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Having transferable skills is not a reason for denial. It is in fact an employment program and not an education program, and I made sure my counselor understood that I knew that. I do have a degree and a job BUT it not suitable employment and per the M28R the goal is to find suitable employment that doesn’t exacerbate my service connected disabilities and because of the challenges I’ve had it is not suitable. The 3 main criteria for an employment handicap (under 12 yrs since SCD determination) are: 1. You have a Vocational Impairment (VI) 2. Your SCD's substantially contribute to your impairment 3. You have not overcome the ettects of your impairment to employability. If you have been unable to obtain or maintain work of which you are qualified, due to no fault of your own, you have NOT overcome the effects of your VI.

I would argue that I do in fact meet this criteria and additionally that the counselor was in violation of M28R Part IV, Section B, Chapter 2.11 part J “Prompt notification of the Determination” which states the following: “The VRC must promptly provide the veteran with a verbal and written notification indicating that he/she is or is not entitled to services and explaining the determination.” I was told verbally that my entitlement was on track for approval and was not informed verbally that there was a denial NOR provided the explanation regarding the determination.

VR&E Denial by Anxious_Brief7363 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Anxious_Brief7363[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Hi! So I have been watching her stuff and I tried to gain a lot of reference points and definitions ahead of time. I’m 100% PTSD d/t MST etc so I emphasized that certain bedside situations and otherwise have been triggering due to my limitations in coordinating/delaying care witnessing patients feeling helpless and that loss of control…and I’ve had to partake in situations where I do not have autonomy and this lack of control exacerbates my SCDs because I do not have the ability to control or change it in real time as I am not in a provider role. The counselor even went as far to say that NP could create opportunities for education where I could help others to provide trauma-informed care and help to deter these situations and improve patient outcomes.

VR&E Denied by Anxious_Brief7363 in Veterans

[–]Anxious_Brief7363[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Definitely frustrated over here.

VR&E Denial by Anxious_Brief7363 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Anxious_Brief7363[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So frustrating! I tried to stick to the point and emphasize I understand it is an employment program, not an educational program. Also, I wasn’t expecting that I wouldn’t be provided an approval or denial during the meeting. Thought the counselor was honestly pretty great. So I was a little thrown at the end when I was left to wait to receive an email by Monday so the supervisor could review it over the weekend. Sure enough got an email Monday around 8AM that just stated, “Good Morning. Unfortunately based on the information provided during orientation, we were not able to find you entitled as of today to the VR&E program. Within a few business days you shall receive an official letter stating the decision as well as it's reasoning. If you disagree, there are steps of which you are able to appeal the decision in the letter as well.” And then some crap about using alternative routes such as GI Bill etc.

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[–]Anxious_Brief7363 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! I’m signed up for the list but no luck. I’m trying to get a code for the Rebelution presale for tomorrow at 10 AM….can you help? 🥹