veterans
Military Veterans – Are You Eligible for VA benefits?
As a country, we have no higher obligation than that owed to our military veterans, whose sacrifices made the freedoms we enjoy available. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, known more familiarly as the “Veterans Administration (VA), provides eligible U.S.…
For Veterans: How to Avoid Scams
AMAC (the Association of Mature American Citizens) and the AMAC Foundation have long been advocates for our veteran community, as evidenced by our Veterans Outreach program (see this). And in keeping with our commitment to our veterans of military service,…
7 Ways Veterans Can Protect Themselves From Scams
Veterans have served our country with honor and deserve to be protected from threats to their benefits and personal information. Unfortunately, scammers often pose as employees of the Department of Veterans Administration (VA) and contact veterans by mail, phone, email,…
Ask Rusty – Am I Entitled to More Social Security as a Veteran?
Dear Rusty: I served in the U.S. Army from July 1964 to July 1967. Am I eligible for a higher Social Security payment? Thank you. Signed: Vietnam Era Army Vet Dear Army Vet: Please accept my sincere thanks for your…
Attention Veterans: TRICARE Changes After a Death in the Family
Changes in the composition of your family can trigger a change in the status of health care coverage under TRICARE, the health care program for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families. A post by TRICARE Communications discusses the steps to…
Ask Rusty – I’m a Retired Veteran; Why must I pay for Medicare?
Dear Rusty: I’m a retired Navy veteran who is going to be turning 65 years old this year. My question is concerning mandatory Medicare sign-up requirements. Why do I have to sign up for Medicare coverage at 65 when I…
Long-term care facilities enhance lives of Veterans
As a Veteran, you may be able to get assisted living, residential (live-in), or home health care through the VA. The VA provides long-term care services to over 500,000 Veterans, from those with traumatic brain injuries to those who need…
Retired military service members may be eligible for tax benefits
Are you a veteran? Are you unsure whether your military retirement pay is taxable? “Military retirement income combined with income from a civilian job or a spouse’s income can push Veterans into a higher federal income tax bracket, according to…
Ask Rusty: Older Veteran Asks about Special Social Security Credit for Military Service
Dear Rusty: I served in the U S Army from January 1958 to Feb 1961. What increase should I receive for those years and who do I call and at what phone number? Signed: Proud Veteran Dear Proud Veteran: First,…
SSA Releases 2024 Veteran-related Statistics
In a post issued yesterday by the Social Security Administration, we find that Veterans account for roughly 13.5% of all beneficiaries. The average monthly benefit for those 7.7 million Veterans now stands at $1,879, with about 5.9% falling below federal…