Capenuke

ok, i understand i need to file and that I can file without a VSO. That reply doesn't exactly help though John. If I follow your logic about not needing a VSO to file with the VA then VSO's really aren't needed at all which is of course wrong. In the past vso's would walk me through what forms and to help with filling them out etc... They know the jargon and what the va is exactly looking for. They are invaluable for advice, they also know what other vets have done and advise on SS to a small extent. I guess I was looking for a way to find a VSO in western MD, northern WV or South western PA. Maybe someone on the forums has input.

Hello, I am reading these forums as I can, but there is so much info it is almost confusing to navigate. I already receive VA (80% SC) and had help from a service officer in Seattle. 2 years ago i moved to western MD and now I have no one to speak to. I'm not sure where the closest service officer is that has time to speak to me. It is very difficult for me to go to Baltimore. I need to speak to someone to find out my claims current status, get a new exam, advise me on a SS claim etc... I know the service officers are swamped, that's why it takes me so long to ask for help. Thank you for any help you can offer. Larry