Trisha Penrod

Ultimate Guide to Holiday Discounts for Veterans (40+ Top Options)

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VA Claims Insider understands that the holidays can be a stressful time of year. We compiled mental health resources and holiday giveaways and discounts for Veterans.

Families, what do you say to a Veteran on Veterans Day?

Families, what do you say to a Veteran on Veterans Day? miltary family, at sunset, discussing what to say to a veteran on veterans day

As families of service members, you may be wondering, “What do you say to a Veteran on Veterans Day?” VA Claims Insider (VACI) Veteran Coach Jon Reid shared that “Veterans day is like a family reunion. It’s a time to reach out to your fellow vets and do a mental health check.” We can honor […]

Ableism is Discrimination Against Veterans

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Discrimination against Veterans is a problem. Despite the fact that federal laws make this practice illegal in the workplace, discrimination against Veterans simply cannot be eliminated through laws. Make no mistake, there isn’t an undercurrent of anti-Veteran sentiment in America. Rather the discrimination against Veterans, and especially discrimination against disabled Veterans, is due to an […]

6 Common VA Myth Topics: From Mental Health To Working with 100% VA Disability Rating

6 Common VA Myth Topics: From Mental Health To Working with 100% VA Disability Rating cute dog wearing glasses looking at a book with the text 6 myths debunked

As the #1 resource for disabled veterans, VA Claims Insider has debunked several major myths surrounding VA ratings, including working with 100% VA disability rating.

Education Benefits for Post-9/11 Veterans and Their Families

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The Post-9/11 GI Bill is one of the best applications of your educational benefits as it is widely available to most Veterans, and if you plan ahead, you can pass these benefits on to your dependents.

What is Gulf War Syndrome?

What is Gulf War Syndrome? What is Gulf War Syndrome

If you’ve ever wondered “What is Gulf War Syndrome” stay tuned because this high-value blog post is for YOU! Gulf War Syndrome impacts thousands of veterans who deployed to the Persian Gulf during their service. Also known as Gulf War Illness, the term refers to unexplained chronic symptoms that are usually lifelong.  If you are […]