Going Nuclear On The Va

[usdart]

I turned the whole thing over to my Congressman!

I am tired of being lied to and put off and ignored by the VA rep who was supposed to help me, The VA clinic,and my VA Phsyc for leaving things out of her reports and trying to trick me.

I offered as evidence to the Congressman my Ebenefits and myhealthevet records to back up what I am saying. I let them know I trusted these people to help me because like most I did not understand the system. I let him know that I had not filed before because I was unaware of the entitlement and my family prodded me to get help. I told him I spent 10 months in turmoil and raging anxiety and was then told my Claim was totally witout evidence. Even though my VSO insisted everything was there and when I called Seattle they said they had 'all the evidence'.

I am waiting for Doc Hastings to let me know. He has helped me before with positive results from the VA in 5 days. I am hoping for good results here too. At this point if I shot myself in the foot, so be it. I only want what is due.

[justrluk]

Also, don't forget that this is a safe place to vent. Don't vent at the vet reps, VA reps, etc. - they don't need it and you only end up hurting your claim and possibly yourself. When you deal with them, treat them like they are doing you a favor. You may not feel this way (and others can attest that this is the most difficult part of our experience with the VA), but it will do your soul good in the long run. You've had enough strife and fighting in your life. Be persistent and professional. Find a 'happy place' when you deal with them. Your overall health won't suffer and you might actually get them to help you. Just some positive thoughts.

[carlie]

Also, don't forget that this is a safe place to vent. Don't vent at the vet reps, VA reps, etc. - they don't need it and you only end up hurting your claim and possibly yourself. When you deal with them, treat them like they are doing you a favor. You may not feel this way (and others can attest that this is the most difficult part of our experience with the VA), but it will do your soul good in the long run. You've had enough strife and fighting in your life. Be persistent and professional. Find a 'happy place' when you deal with them. Your overall health won't suffer and you might actually get them to help you. Just some positive thoughts.

Ditto . . . + 1