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What does VA fiduciary appointed for 100% disability mean?

Posted by boppi @boppi, Jan 8 7:01am

We applied for Veterans disability which means multiple services and monthly income. At first it was only 10% for hearing loss, then 40% for added asthma and most recently 100% total including dementia! But at the same time we received a notice they will appoint a fiduciary to receive any money benefits and to manage/distribute those monies for his care. I am worried that will mean a stranger handling his care and cause me more work/grief. Any experience with this happening?

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gilkesl | @gilkesl | Jan 11 6:58am
In reply to @saraemma3709 "thank you....the problem is my husband is not disabled....macular degeneration and alzheimer's...I don't think that would..." + (show)
@saraemma3709

thank you....the problem is my husband is not disabled....macular degeneration and alzheimer's...I don't think that would count.

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It's all in percentages. Go to DAV.

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teacher502 | @teacher502 | Jan 11 6:37pm
In reply to @saraemma3709 "thank you....the problem is my husband is not disabled....macular degeneration and alzheimer's...I don't think that would..." + (show)
@saraemma3709

thank you....the problem is my husband is not disabled....macular degeneration and alzheimer's...I don't think that would count.

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My hubby did not initially qualify because of his Lewy Body Dementia until this past May of 2024. Some rule changed and with a bit of a push from the DAV and a specifically worded letter from his doctor, he was immediately bumped up to 100% and that opened so many doors of help for him (us) and added extea money to his VA check each month. Please don't feel discouraged, I had to keep trying with the local VA and they did a very good job, but the DAV helped the most.

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saraemma3709 | @saraemma3709 | Jan 11 7:15pm

had your husband been in active service?

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saraemma3709 | @saraemma3709 | Jan 11 7:55pm

That is where my problem lies...he served during a non war time.
so does not qualify.

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teacher502 | @teacher502 | Jan 12 9:11am
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@saraemma3709

That is where my problem lies...he served during a non war time.
so does not qualify.

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My hubby happened to be in service during the start of the Gulf War. However, keep checking. The rules changed and keep changing. The DAV is the place to call and go to. The American Legion can help as well - but my best source was the local DAV.

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AZ | @equanimous | Jan 14 10:17am

I worked for the VA for almost 20 years. A fiduciary helps with managing VA service connected benefits. Call (800) 827-1000. or e-mail at vaoighotline@va.gov. If you call, you will be able to speak to a live person who will provide information. If the Veteran is deemed unable to safely manage their own funds, a VA fiduciary will be appointed. Their job is to support a disabled Veteran and make sure his/her money is well managed and safe. The Veteran will be assessed by a VA provider to evaluate their ability to manage funds. Good luck.

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