#AgentOrange #VeteransBenefits #ParkinsonsDisease #LegalAssistance
Hey everyone, I could really use some advice here. My grandfather, who was exposed to agent orange in Vietnam, is being denied retribution for his exposure despite meeting all the necessary requirements. It’s causing a huge financial strain on my family, especially with my grandma struggling to care for him as his health declines. Here’s the situation:
– Grandfather has Parkinson’s disease from agent orange exposure
– Denied monthly income despite meeting requirements
– Needs 24/7 care and assistance with daily tasks
– Owed over a million dollars in back pay for the exposure
I really want to help my family get the support they need during this difficult time. If you have any advice on what type of lawyer to see or any steps we can take to appeal the decision, please share. Your insight could make a huge difference in my family’s life. Thank you! 🙏🏼 #SupportOurVeterans #FamilyCaregivers #LegalAid
You need to contact your congressperson and senators. They should have people in their office that can push the VA. My uncle was instrumental in getting benefits approved and this is something near and dear to me.
Not only that but he needs to get a hold of a lawyer, there’s lawyers who specialize in this stuff and will get him all his entitlements.
There are lawyers who do VA disability appeals. They greatly increase your chances of acceptance. Most people are denied the first time they apply.
My father just died on Thursday of Parkinson’s from Agent Orange, so I know your grandfather is entitled to benefits.
There are groups like the vfw that can help you with the paperwork. There is more than you probably realize, and calling the VA for help will have you going in circles. There are also forma his Doctor has to fill out and send in.
I will tell you thay even if he is found 100% disabled, the money you get from that isn’t enough for 24/7 care. You will still be out of pocket, but a VA doctor can handle most of his prescriptions and any assistance devices he needs.
I know it isn’t much help, but hopefully the VFW can help you. Otherwise search for charities for veterans and they may have someone that can help.
For my family, once we got help with the paperwork,it still took 6 months for them to process just to get approved. It is a slow process.
Reach out to your local NSO with the PVA. They can assist with this type stuff.