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user: I'm inquiring about VA disability benefits for those who have been exposed to Agent Orange.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you fly or work with a C-123 aircraft?[NEWLINE]user: No, I didn't, but my Father has.[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How would my Father qualify for VA disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Has he been diagnosed with an illness believed to have been caused by Agent Orange exposure?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, he was diagnosed with a presumptive disease earlier this year.[NEWLINE]agent: Was he assigned to flight, ground, or medical crew duties?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, he was a pilot.[NEWLINE]agent: In this case, he may qualify for disability benefits due to Agent Orange exposure.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Another thing to remember for the VA Agent Orange Registry test. What is the procedure for scheduling an Agent Orange Registry health examination?[NEWLINE]agent: You would need to contact your local VA environmental health coordinator.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Another question about Agent Orange exposure  disability benefits, what if I served in either of these locations?
user: Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)[NEWLINE]agent: You may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What s covered under VEAP education benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: we ll help you pay for these types of courses : Remedial courses classes some students must take to build up their basic skills in math, reading, or English before they can take regular college courses[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I am looking for information on applying for the The Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP)[NEWLINE]agent: By finding the description you can see how this change affects you and what you should do next.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What requirements do I need to meet?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you REAP Eligibility established before November 25, 2015?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: You cannot credit your REAP eligibility for your GI Bill Post-9/11 eligibility because you do not meet the two requirements sorry[NEWLINE]user: ok I understand. and what happens if your eligibility is credited for your GI Bill Post-9/11 eligibility?
user: please show me information about Veterans Educational Assistance Program[NEWLINE]agent: You may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I get the money back that I put into my VEAP account?[NEWLINE]agent: yes sure, You can withdraw the money in your VEAP account if you don t meet basic qualifying requirements or if you formally ask for a refund.[NEWLINE]agent: if you want to ask for refund?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what are the requirements to be eligible[NEWLINE]agent: Entered service for the first time between January 1, 1977, and June 30, 1985[NEWLINE]user: yes, i Entered service for the first time between January 1, 1977, and June 30, 1985[NEWLINE]agent: Opened and put money into your VEAP account before April 1, 1987[NEWLINE]user: I did not put money in my VEAP account before APRIL 1987[NEWLINE]agent: so you can't qualify, because you need to meet all the requirements[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'm hoping to find out as well. What other options do I have for obtaining these benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You can apply via mail. First, request an application form from us. Then fill it and mail it to the Veterans Affairs processing office, near you location or school.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: To take classes in more than one school, could I have the opportunity to go to another school when I was pursuing my first degree?
user: hi. show me information about VEAP[NEWLINE]agent: You may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I get VEAP benefits?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Make sure we've approved your selected program[NEWLINE]user: I think I was not approved[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what are the requirements to be eligible[NEWLINE]agent: Entered service for the first time between January 1, 1977, and June 30, 1985[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: so you can't qualify, because you need to meet all the requirements[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If you used REAP benefits on or before November 24, 2015, you might be eligible to claim.[NEWLINE]agent:  You can keep using your REAP benefits until November 25, 2019[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Another question: if I join the cooperative training program, what benefits will I have? What happens if the program is in a private or foreign IHL?
user: please show me information about VEAP[NEWLINE]agent: You may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school[NEWLINE]user: what are the requirements to be eligible[NEWLINE]agent: Find out if you can get benefits through the Veterans Educational Assistance Program VEAP a $ 2-to-$1 government - match program for educational assistance.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'd like to inquire about established reap eligibility.[NEWLINE]agent: Both of these must be true. You: Established REAP eligibility before November 25, 2015, and Lost eligibility when we retired that program on November 25, 2015. What conditions must I meet in order to be eligible for the benefit?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Did you lose eligibility when we dropped that program on November 25, 2015?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: very well meets the requirements Can credit your REAP eligibility for your GI Bill Post-9/11 eligibility[NEWLINE]user: Thanks a lot. But another question, how can I do if I want to change my benefits?
user: please show me information about Veterans Educational Assistance Program[NEWLINE]agent: You may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Am I eligible for VEAP benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Entered service for the first time between January 1, 1977, and June 30, 1985[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: so you can't qualify, because you need to meet all the requirements[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: One more question regarding Veterans Educational Assistance Program. What if on November 24, 2015, I was already enrolled in a school?[NEWLINE]agent: It conforms to this description if you were already attending a school or training program on November 24, 2015, or during the last semester, quarter, or term that ended before then.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: OK well. and what requirements do i need to meet?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have REAP Eligibility established before November 25, 2015?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: You cannot credit your REAP eligibility for your GI Bill Post-9/11 eligibility as you do not meet the requirements sorry[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I want to change my benefits?
user: I'm looking for information regarding the Veterans Educational Assistance Program[NEWLINE]agent: Under VEAP, you may be able to use part of your military pay to help cover the cost of schooling and continue your education.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I put money into a VEAP account, can I get that money refunded if needs be?[NEWLINE]agent: To get a refund of this money, you need to complete an Application for Refund of Educational Contributions VA Form 22-5281. This form can be downloaded from the website[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a long list of pre-requisites that are needed to be fulfilled before I qualify for VEAP benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: The first thing required is that you entered military service for the first time between January 1, 1977 and June 30, 1985[NEWLINE]user: That doesn't apply to me[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, unfortunately you do not qualify for VEAP[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see what you mean. I'd like to ask you another question. About the Veterans education benefits. So all I have to do now is to apply for my GI Bill benefits to be restored?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, just apply again to restore your GI Bill benefits if your school closed.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are their any stories of how veterans and service members use the GI Bill that I can see?[NEWLINE]agent: You can see stories of how Veterans and service members use GI Bill and it will show you how they advanced in their career.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I know if I am enrolled in an approved school?
user: Hello. I hope you're doing well. I need some information about the educational aid program for veterans.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I find out if I qualify for this program?[NEWLINE]agent: In order to qualify for the VEAP benefits, you need to meet all requirements.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: You've got it. Another question about REAP benefits. What are the conditions that I must meet?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you perform the REAP Eligibility established before November 25, 2015?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: Lost eligibility when we dropped that program on November 25, 2015?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: as you do not meet the requirements You cannot credit your REAP eligibility for your GI Bill Post-9/11 eligibility, sorry[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I know how much this change affects me?
user: I want to look into the VA VEAP benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Okay, you may be able to continue your education by using part of your military pay to help cover the cost of school. We can help you find out if you can get benefits through the Veterans Educational Assistance Program, a $2-to-$1 government-match program for educational assistance.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'm not active so how do I start?[NEWLINE]agent: you will need to send copy 4 of your DD214, Certificate of Release, or Discharge from Active Duty.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can I ask something else?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to know what is covered under VEAP education benefits?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How does VA make payments? on what date?[NEWLINE]agent: Tuition and fees are payed directly to the school and money for books is payed to the student at the beginning of the term[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: It will help you pay for training, programs and fees for undergraduate programs, co-op training, and others[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'd like to know if I'm eligible for VEAP benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: you must have at least 3 months of contributions available to use your VEAP benefits[NEWLINE]user: what else do I need to be eligible?[NEWLINE]agent: Did you enter the service for the first time between January 1, 1977, and June 30, 1985?[NEWLINE]user: no I entered later
user: You tell me, I wanted to know what I need to be able to get approved. So how can you help?[NEWLINE]agent: We can help you learn about VA home loan eligibility requirements for a VA direct or VA-backed loan, we can help you find out how to apply for a Certificate of Eligibility to show your lender that you qualify based on your service history and duty status. Keep in mind that for a VA-backed home loan, you’ll also need to meet your lender’s credit and income loan requirements to receive financing.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok, how do I go on with this if I had a VA loan before?[NEWLINE]agent: Have you sold the home you bought with the prior loan and have paid that loan in full?[NEWLINE]user: no that didn't happen[NEWLINE]agent: Will a qualified Veteran-transferee agrees to assume your loan and substitute their entitlement for the same amount of entitlement you used originally?[NEWLINE]user: no way, don't know anyone who would do that[NEWLINE]agent: Have you repaid your prior loan in full but haven't sold the home you bought with that loan?[NEWLINE]user: no I haven't[NEWLINE]agent: You will not be able to use a COE you used before.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'd like to know if is it possible for my spouse to apply for the VA home loan program?[NEWLINE]agent: Possibly we can apply to see if you qualify.[NEWLINE]user: Is it possible to avoid foreclosure? I was told, or so I thought, that I could sign over my house.
user: Hi. Yes. I am trying to learn about your home loan program.[NEWLINE]agent: I can help. We can discuss either how to see if you are eligible or how to apply.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I have a Certificate of Eligibility from before, can I still use it?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you still own that home?[NEWLINE]user: No, we sold it.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you repay your previous loan?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, it is paid off.[NEWLINE]agent: Okay, you may be able to restore the COE.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do you know THE MORTGAGE PAYMENT RULES? What should I do if I have trouble paying my mortgage?[NEWLINE]agent: contact your loan servicer right away[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I get VA financial counseling to help avoid foreclosure?[NEWLINE]agent: If you re a Veteran or the surviving spouse of a Veteran we ll provide financial counseling even if your loan isn t a VA direct or VA - backed loan
user: Hi. I'd like to learn about programs you have for veterans wanting to buy a house.[NEWLINE]agent: I can help you with that process.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I have a COE from a previous home purchase?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you still own that house?[NEWLINE]user: No, I just sold it.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you able to have another veteran take on your loan?[NEWLINE]user: I don't think I can convince anyone to do that.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you paid off your old loan?[NEWLINE]user: No, I still have a little left to pay.[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, you will need to get a new COE.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay,  I'd also want to find out aside from Certificate of Eligibility, how can I avoid the foreclosure?[NEWLINE]agent: A deed in lieu of foreclosure lets you avoid the foreclosure process by signing over the deed to the home to your servicer. The home will then belong to the servicer.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: There is something else for foreclosure avoidance, how else can I get a COE?
user: hi i need help about Eligibility Requirements for VA Home Loan Programs[NEWLINE]agent: Of course we'd love you to know the VA mortgage loan eligibility requirements for a direct or VA-backed loan.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What should I do if I received a license that is not honorable, misconduct, or dishonorable?[NEWLINE]agent: If you received a discharge status?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What requirements do I need to meet?[NEWLINE]agent: Have you sold the house you bought with the previous loan and have you paid the loan in full?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: A Qualified Veteran: Does the assignee agree to take on your loan and substitute your claim for the same amount of claim you originally used?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: Have you paid your previous loan in full?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]agent: We regret to inform you that you may not be able to obtain the benefit since it does not meet all the requirements[NEWLINE]user: Can I use a COE I used before to request a restoration of rights?[NEWLINE]agent: fill out a Request for a Certificate of Eligibility VA Form 26 - 1880 and send it to the VA regional loan center for your state.  Download VA Form 26 - 1880Find your state s VA regional loan center[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there anything explanation about VA home loan programs for surviving spouses? Where or How can I get a COE?
user: Am I eligible for VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation as a surviving spouse?[NEWLINE]agent: You may be eligible for VA benefits or compensation for surviving spouses if you meet certain requirements.  You will also need to provide evidence with your claim showing that one of the descriptions is true for the veteran or service member.  That evidence may include documents like military service records, doctors' reports, and medical test results.[NEWLINE]user: What are the requirements for me as a surviving spouse for VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation?[NEWLINE]agent: Were you married to the veteran or service member prior to January 1, 1957?[NEWLINE]user: I was not even born yet in 1957.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you marry the veteran or service member within 15 years of their discharge from the period of military service during which the qualifying illness or injury started or got worse?[NEWLINE]user: No.  We got married while in service.[NEWLINE]agent: Were you married to the veteran or service member for at least a year?[NEWLINE]user: Not quite a year, no.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you have a child with the veteran or service member?[NEWLINE]user: We did not have children because of his deployments.[NEWLINE]agent: Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: There's something else to consider about what happens after I apply? Is there a phone number where I can reach you?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You can call to the 877-222-8387, from monday to friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I find out how my former husband who was a prisoner of war during his service years was rated as it pertains to his benefits?
user: Hi, I need some more info on Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, and if I am eligible as a spouse.[NEWLINE]agent: You may qualify if you meet certain criteria.[NEWLINE]user: What is the criteria?[NEWLINE]agent: We can discuss that. Did you marry the service member or Veteran before January 1 1957?[NEWLINE]user: Oh no, much more recent than that.[NEWLINE]agent: Ok, did you marry the Veteran within 15 years of their discharge?[NEWLINE]user: No, that isn't me either.[NEWLINE]agent: Were you married to the Veteran for at least 1 year?[NEWLINE]user: No, again, not the case.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a child with the Veteran?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that is correct.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I am a surviving parent, how do I apply for compensation?[NEWLINE]agent: You can fill out a Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation by Parent VA Form 21P-535.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. Please allow me to ask a follow-up question. in order to be eligible for VA disability benefits Is there any other way he could be eligible for benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Your father has to be diagnosed with an illness related to Agent Orange exposure to qualify.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Well done. When you contact the National Cemetery Scheduling Office, gather the details and documentation you'll need to locate the deceased. Okay, what kind of details do I need to provide you with about this procedure?
user: Am I eligible for VA DIC as a surviving spouse or dependent?[NEWLINE]agent: You may be eligible for VA benefits or compensation for surviving spouses if you meet the requirements listed below. You ll also need to provide evidence with your claim showing that one of the descriptions below is true for the Veteran or service member.Evidence may include documents like military service records, doctor s reports, and medical test results.[NEWLINE]user: What requirements must I meet?[NEWLINE]agent: Where you married to the veteran or service member before January 1, 1957?[NEWLINE]user: No it was not before then.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you marry the veteran or service member within 15 years of their discharge from the period of military service during which the qualifying illness or injury started or got worse?[NEWLINE]user: No I sure did not.[NEWLINE]agent: Were you married to the veteran or service member for at least 1 year?[NEWLINE]user: No I was not[NEWLINE]agent: Did you have a child with the veteran or service member?[NEWLINE]user: Yes I did.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act?[NEWLINE]agent: Veterans who served on a Blue Water Navy vessel offshore of the Republic of Vietnam, or on another U.S. Navy or Coast Guard ship operating in the coastal waterways of Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, are now entitled to a presumption of service connection for illnesses related to Agent Orange exposure. This is a result of Public Law 116 - 23, also known as the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Also, what about the funeral plan? Is there something more that needs to be done to get it right?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, a funeral director can help you with the needed information and documents[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: This reminds me of the concept of service relation. Please provide me with details about Blue Water Navy Veterans.
user: Hello there. I need to know if I'm eligible for VA DIC as the wife of a deceased veteran.[NEWLINE]agent: You may be eligible for VA benefits or compensation for surviving spouses if you meet the requirements. You'll also need to provide evidence with your claim showing that one of the descriptions below is true for the Veteran or service member. Evidence may include documents like military service records, doctor's reports, and medical test results.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you fulfill the requirements?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. At least I think I do.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you married the Veteran or service member before January 1, 1957?[NEWLINE]user: No, I married him after.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you married the Veteran or service member within 15 years of their discharge from the period of military service during which the qualifying illness or injury started or got worse?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I did.[NEWLINE]user: What requirements do I need to meet?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you unmarried?[NEWLINE]user: No, I said before that I was married.[NEWLINE]agent: *not possible to continue*[NEWLINE]user: Something else about disability benefits, what requirements does my father need for him to apply?[NEWLINE]agent: Your father has to be diagnosed with an illness related to Agent Orange exposure to qualify.[NEWLINE]user: fine, thanks. I would like to know the meaning of VSO has something to do with the military from what I have read in many documentaries
user: Am I eligible for VA DIC as a surviving spouse or dependent?[NEWLINE]agent: You may be eligible for VA benefits or compensation for surviving spouses if you meet the requirements listed below. You ll also need to provide evidence with your claim showing that one of the descriptions below is true for the Veteran or service member.[NEWLINE]user: tell me the questions i must answer[NEWLINE]agent: Married the Veteran or service member before January 1, 1957[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: tell me the DIC eligibility information[NEWLINE]agent: Veterans who served on a Blue Water Navy vessel offshore of the Republic of Vietnam, or on another U.S. Navy or Coast Guard ship operating in the coastal waterways of Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, are now entitled to a presumption of service connection for illnesses related to Agent Orange exposure. This is a result of Public Law 116 - 23, also known as the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Just a random question. Where can I learn more about burial planning for a Veteran?[NEWLINE]agent: We can help you get the Veteran s DD214 or other discharge documents you may need[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are the possible way for me to request benefits in VA?[NEWLINE]agent: Work with an accredited representative. Get help filing your claim[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Also, for the postal service, what should I do if I sign on behalf of someone else?