ptsd Competency Proposed

[JOHN1]

2 weeks ago I was told by my vso and the 1-800 a decision was made (PTSD increase) but there was a "compentency issue proposed".

Have not gotten anything in the mail.

Now what?

John

[JOHN1]

I just faxed to VA the note from my doctor "He is capable of handling his own financial affairs". It was on a doctors presciption pad, as doctors sometimes do to save time, but I guess that is good enough. Told them if necessary i can get a letter saying same on letterhead.

Any thoughts, Decision was made 2 weeks ago on increase of PTSD (very good) but have not recieved the letter yet. this was confirmed by 1-800, VSO and the Va hospital.

Any input PLs.

Thanks

John

[JOHN1]

What are the odds of stopping a "proposed competency" issue before you get any notification per my last post?

Thanks

John

[maxflash5]

What are the odds of stopping a "proposed competency" issue before you get any notification per my last post?

Thanks

John

Hi,

I am conservator/fiduciary for my son. He is 100% due to a mental illness diagnosed 1 month after discharge (not PTSD). He is not rated permanant however...the notification state because his condition could improve...which is not true (wonder if I should argue that)...as long as he takes his meds he should be ok but off meds he is not.

Being a fiduciary is a nightmare for me and him. I have to follow strict guidelines and budget. If I do not I risk fraud. Nothing can be in his name. I have to complete a detailed accounting of where every penny goes.

As I said, when he takes his meds he's good and wants a normal life. Wants to buy a car in his own name and not have his Mother do it for him. He is capable of managing his money.

My fear is that if we try and get his competancy changedmhis rating may be reduced (per his psych Doctor at the VA). He is miserable with me controlling his money but which is worse? loose medical benefits and money? But if they control where the money is spent whats the difference?

My son is 32 and I want him to have a life. anyone have any suggestions?

[carlie]

The 38 CFR regs for Competency/Fiduciaries

start at 38 CFR 3.353.

carlie

[JOHN1]

While waiting for the "letter" is it possible for $ to hit your bank account without notification.

I have received nothing in writing.

I do know I was awarded increase and awaiting the competency decision since I sent in info from my Doc and Cpa.

John

[vperl]

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While waiting for the "letter" is it possible for $ to hit your bank account without notification.

I have received nothing in writing.

I do know I was awarded increase and awaiting the competency decision since I sent in info from my Doc and Cpa.

John