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Veterans

Susan Calvin

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8. Hey, thank you so much for posting this.

Reply to waterwatcher123 (Reply #7)

Thu Feb 29, 2024, 09:25 AM

Feb 2024

I had absolutely no idea I was eligible, and it turns out that I am both on my own and through my late husband. I hope not to need it, but it's nice to know it's there.

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Any experience out there with VA benefits for assisted living? [View all] TomSlick Feb 2024 OP

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Hey, thank you so much for posting this. Susan Calvin Feb 2024 #8

Thanks, very helpful. TomSlick Feb 2024 #9

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Thanks. We're dealing directly with the VA. TomSlick Mar 2024 #13

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