carolyn

It seems like it took about nine months for a BVA hearing for my husband after I requested it. The BVA made the decision for 100% and did not send it back to the local VA for rating. It may have been longer, I don't know, but for us it was dragging on and on with the local VA with denial after denial.

Stu has been awarded 100% service-connected disability and all the glory and fame shall go to the members on this board. EVERYONE was so kind and tried their very best to help me understand how to get Stu service-connected. I am now wading through all the VA paperwork and getting the ball rolling on the dependants claim. How does one know if the VA's calculations are correct? Thank you all. How do I send donations? Carolyn

For all the help that we, Stu and I received here...I am sending a heartfelt Thank you, and Merry Christmas to the most Blessed people in the world...you veterans--to be blessed, one must bless. I believe Stu has been awarded service connection. We received a brown envelope with an order in it saying service connection. I called the 800 number and the guy told me it could be a year or more until it is adjuticated. It is still in Washington DC and awarded by the board of veteran appeals. We don't know what to expect now, but we want to thank Alex and Wings specifically and the most. You both are the reasons that Stu was awarded service connection and we appreciate it so much. Highest regards, Carolyn

Does anyone know the phone number to the VA? Will the goverment pay for his burial? shall I pick the funeral home that I want, and will it be paid for?

My brother just passed away in the hospital. I didn't know he was even there. His wife did not let anyone know. He was supposed to come home today, but he passed away. what is VA's number. What can I do to help get him buried? Thanks