VSO Talk Radio

Spotlight: SSG (Ret) Brian Willette

Interviewing SSG(Ret) Brian Willette, his career in the army, his multiple deployments, his Purple Heart and his work in the Veteran community.

Veterans in Divorce: What Benefits Remain After Separation?

Today we’re talking about a topic that affects thousands of veterans and families each year: divorce. More specifically, what VA benefits stick with you—and which ones don’t—after a separation. Whether you’re a veteran, a spouse, or both, understanding your rights is vital.

VA Health Priority Group

VA’s health priority group system, how it works, and how it affects you, and what upcoming changes may be coming in 2025

VA FRAUD! If you can't pay the time dont do the crime!

Privatization vs. Traditional VA Care

The debate over privatization of veterans health care versus traditional VA care is one of the most heated and impactful issues in veterans policy today

Veterans Grant Program/Beware of Claim Sharks

▪️VA’s Legal Services for Veterans Grant Program ▪️Beware of Claim Shark

Women Veterans Appreciation Day

Women Veterans Recognition Day, observed annually on June 12th, honors the contributions of women who have served in the United States military.

Is the VA still keeping its promise?

The VA was created to fulfill one core mission: To care for those who have borne the battle,” Is the VA still keeping its promise?

Veterans Inc: Stand Down

Veterans Stand Down

Justice Involved Veterans

We want to continue last Episode’s conversation about justice involved veterans with some more information provided by the VA on Incarcerated veterans. What is available to them but also their families.

Veterans Treatment Court

The Western Massachusetts Veterans Treatment Court (WMVTC) is a specialized program within the Massachusetts court system, designed to support veterans who are involved with the criminal justice system and who struggle with substance abuse, mental health challenges, or trauma related to their military service.

SSVF (Supportive Services for Veteran Families)

This week we discuss SSVF Program.

Veterans Suicide Prevention- Mental Health Awareness Month

VA News and Veteran Suicide Prevention

Vietnam Veterans: Presumptive Conditions

Presumptive conditions, specifically cancers, associated with herbicide exposures

VA Proposed Changes & 5/10/20 Rule

▪️VA 2025 Proposed changes ▪️what the 5/10/20 rule is when it comes to VA disability ratings.

Featured Non-Profit: VetsRoll.org

Vietnam Veterans: Heroes Among US

March 29th is National Vietnam War Veterans Day—a time to recognize the sacrifices, courage, and resilience of those who fought in Vietnam, as well as the families who stood by them. Today we highlight a few remarkable stories of heroism from the Vietnam War highlighting the bravery and sacrifices of those who served

Current local and National legislation

Current local and National legislation introduced to support Veterans

VA Cuts: Interview with Mike Slater, formerly employed by the VA

We Discuss the recent firings at the VA and what this could mean for our veterans.

Presumptive of Soundness for VA Claims

A vital aspect of VA Disability is the presumption of soundness

Benefits Available for 0% Service Connected Vets

This week on #𝗩𝗦𝗢𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 #𝘃𝘀𝗼𝘁𝗿 we talk whst benefits are available for Veterans with 0% Service-Connected Disability

Brandon Franco: Rosecrance Behavioral Health

Brandon Franco a Marine Drill Instructor Turned Veteran’s Services Team Leader for Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Winnebago County Illinois.

Time extended to switch over to VA log in System & more

▪️VA extends time to switch to new online login system ▪️ New VA Secretary sworn in ▪️ Heroes' Voices Project

National Guard and Reservists: What you maybe eligible for

*Government Hiring Freeze *Benefits for National Guard & Reservists

Special Guest: Office of the Veteran Advocate

The Office of the Veteran Advocate is an independent state agency tasked with ensuring veterans under the care of the Commonwealth receive dignified treatment and access to all available benefits and services. The OVA works collaboratively with its partners, providing policy recommendations and investigative oversight.

VA Payments & Taxes, Scam & Fraud and more

▪️VA Payments & Taxes ▪️Scams & Fraud ▪️Eligible for one more year of G.I. Bill benefits ▪️New cancers presumptive for service connection ▪️2025 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available

Dole Act Becomes Law: What It Means to Veterans and Caregivers

Dole Act Becomes Law: What It Means to Veterans and Caregivers

What’s Making News in the VA

VA News Articles: ▪️Have your say: Proposed changes to VA Caregiver Support Program ▪️More service members eligible for benefits after VA amends character of discharge barriers ▪️VA raises the bar on care for Women Veterans

How to File a Complaint with the VA

If you wish to file a complaint against the Veterans Administration (VA), there are several options depending on the nature of your issue

Veterans Assistance Commission of Sangamon County

This week on VSO Talk Radio, we talk to Ashti Dawson, Superintendent of the Veterans Assistance Commission of Sangamon County and her staff.