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What are the benefits of veteran directed care? Discovering the freedom of personalized support

According to the Veterans Health Administration, veterans who use the Veteran Directed Care (VDC) program report high satisfaction and experience a 37% decrease in nursing home use within one year. The benefits of veteran directed care empower veterans to manage their own long-term services and supports, allowing them to remain independent in their own homes and communities.

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Is dementia a presumptive of agent Orange?

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), dementia is not currently listed as a presumptive condition for Agent Orange exposure. However, extensive research indicates a significant correlation, raising important questions for affected veterans and their families regarding VA benefits, particularly concerning the question, is dementia a presumptive of agent Orange?

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How many veterans have dementia? Statistics, risk factors, and care options

According to a 2020 statistical projection from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, an estimated 457,391 U.S. veterans had Alzheimer's dementia in fiscal year 2021. This number is projected to increase in the coming years, highlighting the critical need for veterans and their families to understand the prevalence, risk factors, and available support for those living with dementia.

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Does the military age your body? Understanding the real-world impact on veterans

Research using cellular-level aging markers, like telomere length, shows that prior military service is associated with markers of accelerated aging. The question of, "Does the military age your body?" is complex, involving both physical and psychological stressors that can contribute to premature aging in veterans, with factors like combat exposure, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and PTSD significantly increasing this risk.

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