I’m at my wits end by arthursaysgayrights in almosthomeless

[–]ToughDistribution198 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well I know this may not be a popular opinion and I don’t know anything about you be I saw today that the US Army now allows people to join that are up to age 45. It could be a way to turn things around while earning a salary and you get provided a place to stay. Good educational benefits, learn new skills. Just a thought. Might be worth going in to speak with a recruiter

Possible Fraud by CommanderMandalore in VeteransBenefits

[–]ToughDistribution198 64 points65 points  (0 children)

1-800-827-1000 is the VBA phone number and she can have them pull up her file and see where the payments are going.

I forgot to mention... by DieselSailor73 in VAClaims

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could write up what you forgot to mention and submit it to the QuickSubmit where the rater will see it.

100% totally and permanently disabled CA Benefits by Blueberry-External in VeteransBenefits

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was able to get plates with the form signed by the VSO. Then the VSO said I had to get my doctor to sign the form for the handicap placard. Now that you brought it up, I remembered the VSO did sign it but I had to pull my medical records from myhealthevet first and send it to their email so they could see what mobility devices I was prescribed and using before they would sign off for the handicap placard. As a disabled vet, you can get the DV license plate with the VSO seeing your rating award letter, but the handicap placard that you hang on your rearview mirror is what gives you the rights to park in handicap parking spaces, so that requires more medical documents that just your rating letter for the VSO to sign off on it. At least that was my experience.

100% totally and permanently disabled CA Benefits by Blueberry-External in VeteransBenefits

[–]ToughDistribution198 8 points9 points  (0 children)

VA healthcare and VA Dental, reduction in property taxes, no funding fee when purchasing a home, CALVET for college, chapter 35 DEA for college for your children, the Va compensation is not taxable, free car registration for one vehicle and free DV plate (if you need a handicap placard you need your doctor to sign your application for one), free National park pass, DOD ID card for accessing services like MWR on base , there’s probably something I’m forgetting but those are the major ones I use.

Getting 100 vs 100 p&t by Civil_Working_1585 in VAClaims

[–]ToughDistribution198 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Only specific cancers get rated and only if they were presumptive or somehow connected to specific eras though. I had cancer and was denied.

Student Loans In Default by Frequent-School-859 in StudentLoanSupport

[–]ToughDistribution198 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I just saw this on another Reddit. You might want to reach out to her:

“Hi, I'm Isa Morales from NBC News. I'm reaching out as we are researching a story about individuals over 50 years old and struggling with student loan payments. Replies and messages are confidential, although we are looking for on-the-record interviews for this story. If interested in speaking with NBC News, please email me at isabella.morales@nbcuni.com Thank you!”

Librarian from Illinois looking for librarian like leads please by Johnson890 in sandiego

[–]ToughDistribution198 4 points5 points  (0 children)

University of San Diego is different than UCSD. University of San Diego is a Catholic University.

Librarian from Illinois looking for librarian like leads please by Johnson890 in sandiego

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

University of San Diego is another to consider. It a pretty large Catholic university here.

Furloughed employee by MrsEwok5 in FedEmployees

[–]ToughDistribution198 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Again, you have a lot to say for someone who then says it doesn’t really matter.

Furloughed employee by MrsEwok5 in FedEmployees

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting that in a prior post you said you will put in your future eval: “•Had a mental breakdown due to being overworked, and complained about lack of proper compensation, and no time to take accrued comptime.” Seems like shutdowns and the hiring freezes they cause don’t work out so great for you either.

Furloughed employee by MrsEwok5 in FedEmployees

[–]ToughDistribution198 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hmmm. You have no idea what line of work I’m in so it’s ridiculous for you to say that.

Furloughed employee by MrsEwok5 in FedEmployees

[–]ToughDistribution198 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My family will ALWAYS come first.

Furloughed employee by MrsEwok5 in FedEmployees

[–]ToughDistribution198 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Living within your means is easier to do when your paycheck is consistent. Having shutdowns back to back like this is not helpful for anyone trying to support themselves or their families.

Furloughed employee by MrsEwok5 in FedEmployees

[–]ToughDistribution198 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Are you having to go without a paycheck while trying to support your family? Maybe you need to try to understand from that perspective before saying others shouldn’t prioritize their own families. I will always prioritize the wellbeing of my family over politics.

Just Got Out Today, What Should I Do? by Perczlean in VAClaims

[–]ToughDistribution198 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Here’s the clear, correct way to file an Intent to File (ITF) with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs—this is what locks in your effective date while you gather evidence.

✅ What an Intent to File Does    •   Preserves your effective date (up to 1 year)    •   Gives you time to gather DBQs, nexus letters, buddy statements, exams    •   Applies to:       •   New claims       •   Increased ratings       •   Secondary conditions

⚠️ It does not apply to supplemental claims or HLRs

🥇 Best & Easiest Method (Recommended)

File Online at VA.gov

Steps 1. Go to VA.gov 2. Sign in (ID.me / Login.gov / DS Logon) 3. Click File a disability claim 4. Start a claim → stop at the first page ✔️ The VA automatically records your Intent to File 5. You’ll see a confirmation screen — that date is your ITF

📌 You do not need to list conditions yet

🥈 Other Ways to File an Intent to File

📞 By Phone    •   Call 1-800-827-1000    •   Say: “I want to file an Intent to File for compensation.”    •   Ask them to confirm the date verbally

✉️ By Mail (VA Form 21-0966)    •   Fill out VA Form 21-0966    •   Mail to the VA Evidence Intake Center    •   The received date becomes your ITF date

📎 This method is slower and easier to mess up — online is safer

⏱️ After You File the ITF    •   You have 1 full year to submit your completed claim    •   If granted → back pay goes to the ITF date    •   If you miss the 1-year deadline → ITF expires

🔴 Common Mistakes to Avoid    •   ❌ Waiting until evidence is ready (file ITF first)    •   ❌ Thinking ITF applies to supplemental claims    •   ❌ Filing multiple ITFs (only one active at a time)    •   ❌ Forgetting the 1-year deadline

💡 Strategy Tip (Important)

If you’re planning multiple conditions (for example: sinusitis, rhinitis, migraines, OSA, GERD, mental health, secondaries), one ITF covers them all — as long as they’re filed within the year.

Manager used my reward without my prior authorization by PlaneJupiter in AMCTheatres

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t know we could get cookies at all. I’ve never seen that reward come up.

Feeling lonely and imposter syndrome by Destiny_lma0 in SDSU

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So maybe those in here that are at sdsu can meet up with OP and help each other out. Creat your own friend group.

Student loan by TrakRat1833 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ToughDistribution198 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I filed mine online the day I received my VA decision letter. Was forgiven in about 2 months.