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New VA Regulations for Aid & Attendance (Part 3): Deductible Medical Expenses

Elizabeth Q. Boehmcke Esq. Nov 1, 2018

This installment will focus on the expanded definition of deductible medical expenses and how it will be beneficial in allowing many veterans and their surviving spouses to qualify for Aid & Attendance.

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New VA Regulations for Aid & Attendance: The Look-Back Period and Transfer Penalties

Elizabeth Q. Boehmcke Esq. Oct 24, 2018

The big news coming out of the regulations is that the VA is imposing a 36-month look-back period on asset transfers. For planners, the news is a bit of a mixed bag. As will be discussed, while the imposition of a look-back period and…

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Finally! VA Releases Regulations for Needs-Based Benefits

Elizabeth Q. Boehmcke Esq. Oct 17, 2018

In January 2015, the Department of Veterans Affairs (the "VA") published proposed regulations amending eligibility requirements for its needs-based programs, including the veteran's aid and attendance pension benefit for veterans and their…

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Introduction to Veterans Benefits

Letha Sgritta McDowell CELA Mar 27, 2018

This video is a quick introduction to understanding Veterans Benefits and how they fit into an elder law practice. Specifically, this video will review the structure of the Department of Veterans Affairs, review the wide variety of benefits…

Veteran Benefits

New VA Regulations for Aid & Attendance (Part 3): Deductible Medical Expenses

New VA Regulations for Aid & Attendance: The Look-Back Period and Transfer Penalties

Finally! VA Releases Regulations for Needs-Based Benefits

Introduction to Veterans Benefits

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