Health Care for Veterans after Separation from Service

Healthcare for veterans isn't a cut and dry topic, especially for those that have current disabilities incurred while on active duty.

"To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan."

Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States

During our time on active duty we have access to many services we take for granted, housing, meals and healthcare to name a few. Many service members leave the military after their first enlistment. The main reason for this is that so many persons enlist because of the college education benefits available to them for serving. There are the few that serve to serve, but let's be honest - they are a rarity.

Why is healthcare such a hot topic these days and the topic of this post? Well, over the last 20 years or so, the United States of America has been involved in a few long military campaigns. This has created a large number of veterans with physical and mental health needs that last long after they leave military service. This causes a problem for many veterans, regardless of age.

Most veterans that leave active service after their first enlistment have no employment prospects or sources of income and many choose to pursue higher education using their hard earned college benefits. But there is a problem here that even they do not see or understand. They have no healthcare and while most people between the ages of 17 - 39 have no need for specialty or mental health care, this cannot be said for veterans.

So how does a veteran get the healthcare services they are in need of? They "apply" for healthcare services through the Veterans Administration (VA). The VA is charged with taking care of the nation's veteran's health needs, especially those that incurred injuries or disabilities during their active duty service. This healthcare is a benefit many younger veterans are unaware of or fail to take full advantage of.

Whether you believe you deserve or rate healthcare services from the VA or not is besides the point. The point is, you earned the benefits and, just like college tuition, you should take advantage of it. Healthcare is one of the most costly services in the United States today. Don't put yourself at an economic disadvantage by NOT applying for VA healthcare. It doesn't matter what your post-military situation is. You can learn more about VA healthcare services and apply here ==> VA Healthcare.

Oh, one more thing, if you're wondering "Can I submit a VA claim for compensation", then this book, How To Write Your Own Successful VA Claim For Service-Connected Disability Compensation (A VA Claim Guide For Veterans), is the answer you've been looking for! You can check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0976BQK81