Stimulus Check For Va Disability Only

[pacmanx1]

Hey, I called the VA direct deposit and they told me that there was nothing in the system for the stimulus. I then called VA 1 800 number and asked what was up. They took my info and told me mine was processed on the 18th with no release date. I called the VA direct deposit back and told them what the 800 number told me and I was put on hold and the lady came back and asked me who do I bank with and I told her and she told me I should have it by Friday and it is there now so all should get theirs soon. It took them long enough was beginning to think It would not happen. You know VA crap Don't you hate typos

Edited June 23, 2009 by pacmanx1 (see edit history)

[Pete53]

Thanks for letting everyone know

[bufloguy]

My $250 was showed up via direct deposit on the 20th.

[iraqx2]

My VA only Stimulus check for $250 was deposited today.

I'm Rich!!

[WHOLESALE]

I GOT TWO CHECKS, ONE FOR VA AND OTHER FOR SSD.

IS THIS A MISTAKE?

WOOOOOO PEEEEEEE

JAY

[Notorious Kelly]

Wholesale: Shhhhhhh.

For status call 1-800-827-1000

At Main Menu press 6

Then Press 1

You can access the info with your VA file number or get an operator to help. Only took me 2 minutes to find out mine was released today, so it won't post for 2-15 days.

All the best!

[rentalguy1]

I GOT TWO CHECKS, ONE FOR VA AND OTHER FOR SSD.

IS THIS A MISTAKE?

WOOOOOO PEEEEEEE

JAY

This is a mistake and you should notify someone.

[pacmanx1]

I GOT TWO CHECKS, ONE FOR VA AND OTHER FOR SSD.

IS THIS A MISTAKE?

Wholesale, I am not trying to get in your pocket, but this could bite you if you are on a tight budget. You never know when they will catch it and then request it back or take it back from your SSD or VA or both to try to correct the mistake. See where I am going with this. It could cause more problems then it is.

Edited June 24, 2009 by pacmanx1 (see edit history)

[Notorious Kelly]

Wholesale: The recording says you should only get one, so probably best to contact someone.

All others:

For status of your stimulus payment call 1-800-827-1000

At Main Menu press 6

Then press 6

Then Press 1

Only took me 2 minutes to find out mine was released today, so it won't post for 7-15 days.(Officially)

Or 1-2 days from what the operator said.

All the best!

[Pete53]

I tried and the VA is unable to access my account so I am on VA hold waiting for an operator

[broncovet]

I am not so sure that 2 checks is a mistake. You see, civilians get a $400 stimulus payment but that $400 comes in the form in a tax deduction, so they get about $7.70 per week more in their paycheck (less taxes deducted = higher paycheck).

Many Social Security recipients dont pay taxes, however, so they get a check for $250 instead.

Veterans should not get less than civilians, so, if a Vet is on social security and Va disability, it would make sense that Vets got both.

Otherwise, there would be a net $150 penalty for being a Veteran. I dont think congress intended that disabled Vets get less than civilians with that legislation, tho it is unclear.

I know many others have said nobody gets 2 checks, however, I am not sure all of them who said that were policy makers.

My suggestion is that you hang on to the extra $250, collect interest on it, and be prepared to return it, but you should be able to enjoy at least a few dollars of interest until it is sorted out. Running out and spending it may not be too good of an idea, tho.

I do think that WORKING Veterans would probably NOT get $650 total..$400 tax deduction in their paycheck AND an additional $250 check. Neither would Social Security recipients who are also working get BOTH the tax break and the $250 check.

But disabled Vets, who are also on Social security, MAY get both, but please, I am not an expert..this is just my guess. As I said, I dont think congress intended that disabled Vets get less, rather, I think that disabled Vets should get more.

JMHO, and no, dont wait on your second check just because of me, I just dont know.

Edited June 25, 2009 by broncovet (see edit history)

[bob_abad]

Wow!

Finally received the deposit last Monday(Oakland-VARO). Thanks to Obama...

[Wings]

Wow!

Finally received the deposit last Monday(Oakland-VARO). Thanks to Obama...

I'm with Oakland VARO too, and I did not get the check. Maybe tomorrow. BTW, I had no luck at all calling the 1-800 number for help. ~Wings

[pacmanx1]

Hey Wings, Have you tried calling the VA direct deposit information line? 1 877 838 2778 They will ask you to Identify yourself but they can look it up and see if it was processed

[pacmanx1]

I am not so sure that 2 checks is a mistake. You see, civilians get a $400 stimulus payment but that $400 comes in the form in a tax deduction, so they get about $7.70 per week more in their paycheck (less taxes deducted = higher paycheck).

Many Social Security recipients dint pay taxes, however, so they get a check for $250 instead.

Veterans should not get less than civilians, so, if a Vet is on social security and Va disability, it would make sense that Vets got both.

Otherwise, there would be a net $150 penalty for being a Veteran. I dint think congress intended that disabled Vets get less than civilians with that legislation, tho it is unclear.

I know many others have said nobody gets 2 checks, however, I am not sure all of them who said that were policy makers.

My suggestion is that you hang on to the extra $250, collect interest on it, and be prepared to return it, but you should be able to enjoy at least a few dollars of interest until it is sorted out. Running out and spending it may not be too good of an idea, tho.

I do think that WORKING Veterans would probably NOT get $650 total..$400 tax deduction in their paycheck AND an additional $250 check. Neither would Social Security recipients who are also working get BOTH the tax break and the $250 check.

But disabled Vets, who are also on Social security, MAY get both, but please, I am not an expert..this is just my guess. As I said, I dint think congress intended that disabled Vets get less, rather, I think that disabled Vets should get more.

JMHO, and no, dint wait on your second check just because of me, I just dint know.

bronco, How much interest can you enjoy from $250? Like I said I was not trying to get in wholesale's pocket but the average person when they get money it seems it is already spent. I know you said "JMHO" but man I think your HO is way off compared to losing and fighting for $250 to $500 if SSD and VA or both recoup the funds to correct the overpayment. It was deemed by congress or whomever that only one $250 payment is allowed. Recouping the money could cause problems in his/her livelihood like paying rent, groceries, utilities etc. You never know what losing $500 could do. So I again say it is not worth it and to inform VA that it was a mistake

[Wings]

Hey Wings, Have you tried calling the VA direct deposit information line? 1 877 838 2778 They will ask you to Identify yourself but they can look it up and see if it was processed

I'll try that, thanks! Wings

[spacemav]

Called my bank and the funds will be released on Monday

[billy2]

bronco, How much interest can you enjoy from $250? Like I said I was not trying to get in wholesale's pocket but the average person when they get money it seems it is already spent. I know you said "JMHO" but man I think your HO is way off compared to losing and fighting for $250 to $500 if SSD and VA or both recoup the funds to correct the overpayment. It was deemed by congress or whomever that only one $250 payment is allowed. Recouping the money could cause problems in his/her livelihood like paying rent, groceries, utilities etc. You never know what losing $500 could do. So I again say it is not worth it and to inform VA that it was a mistake

If I'm not mistaken, didn't you receive notification that you were getting a stimulus check and it stated that if you received 2 checks , one must go back.

[broncovet]

I did not recieve any notice that I should send one check back if I get two. I am going to back off on this and stand corrected:

I am probably wrong..others are right on this:

Go ahead and send the second check back. It sounds like, yes, at least one of the people that ARE POLICY makers said you only get one check.

And it sounds like our legislators, did, in fact, intend to pay civilians a $400 stimulus payment and SHAFT VETERANS out of $150, by paying them ONLY $250.

Civilian stimulus payment =$400

Veteran stimulus payment =$250

This is not a good deal for Veterans.

I guess I just could not beleive that legislators would penalize Veterans like this..

It is not really the amount..$150..it is just the idea that Vets get less..I suppose they want Veterans to get used to this idea that we deserve less than civilians.

I will remember this at election time.

Edited June 27, 2009 by broncovet (see edit history)

[pacmanx1]

A Little off the subject but a point of overpayment

Bronco, I am not trying to argue...Opinions differ and if we can communicate without taking it personal we can reach our intended goal faster. I agree that we (veterans) are getting shafted. Congress can give a 50% raise to them but only give veterans a 3, 4, or 5% raise that is crazy. I know they are under stress and pressure and they work hard for our country but it does not compare to being a veteran that raised his/her hand, was willing to die for our country and got out of the military injured, wounded, exposed, depressed or any other disability. Unfortunately we must play the hand we are dealt. I recall getting overpaid by Voc Rehab and believe me they collected the money back, I even recall having to repay for my prescriptions and I explained that it would put me in a financial hardship at the time but they did not care and did not want to hear of my situation. I owed them and they were going to make me pay. I had to even repay my separation pay which was thousands of dollars that I don't feel was/is double dipping but according to the powers to be I had to repay it. Experience differs also just trying to give the best advice to help. I was there before and I will never forget it, had my head under water for a long time so I know how it feels to get money you need but VA says you have to repay it. It’s best to let them know before they take it back when you least expect it.

[retiredat44]

Hey, I called the VA direct deposit and they told me that there was nothing in the system for the stimulus. I then called VA 1 800 number and asked what was up. They took my info and told me mine was processed on the 18th with no release date. I called the VA direct deposit back and told them what the 800 number told me and I was put on hold and the lady came back and asked me who do I bank with and I told her and she told me I should have it by Friday and it is there now so all should get theirs soon. It took them long enough was beginning to think It would not happen. You know VA crap :D Don't you hate typos

I have not gotten a VA Disability stimulus check yet. I did get a SSDI stimulus check 2 months ago. I have been on disability for 15 years. I am wondering maybe there is some type of schedule for them sending out the Veterans disability checks, maybe in alphabetical order? maybe that is why I have not gotten a check yet?