Every person that has served in the military had to go through basic training. No matter what branch of the service you were in, you had to learn how to fire and clean your weapon because it could be the only thing that may save your life when you need it. You had to understand how to use it and how it worked, because knowing it inside and out could literally be the difference between life and death.
Well that same training holds true today for veterans after you have left the service. Knowing what your VA benefits are inside and out is worth knowing because the benefits could save your physical life, and make a difference in your financial life. You have earned them. Look to someone that can answer questions about your benefits. Programs like the Aid and Attendance Benefits, nursing home facilities and burial services can make many veteran’s final days ones of dignity.
Your VA benefits are like the medals that you wore on your uniform. Remember what it took to earn them and your right to wear them. It’s the same way with your VA benefits. Be proud that you have earned them, use them when you can. Too many times I hear veterans say they think they may not qualify for the benefits or they are only for vets that are down on their luck.
With Memorial Day just around the corner, and everyone talking about the price of everything going up, don’t let us forget what the price of freedom cost us – for many vets the cost was too high. Take time to thank a vet when you see one. They fought for the things you and I have. They haven’t forgotten what they did – you shouldn’t either.
Gerald Crutchley
SEP 4, Army, 1969-1970
Crew member on Huey (slick)
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