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Veterans Helping Veterans with ALS: Department of Veteran Affairs Benefits & Advocacy
April 28, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free
Thursday, April 28, 2022 from Noon to 1:00pm CT
About the Program:
Are you a veteran living with ALS? Need help navigating the Veterans Administration system and don’t know where to start?
Hear from Robert Statam, Sr. and Winston Woodard III of the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) who specialize in providing navigation services for veterans. PVA advocates for veterans living with ALS to receive VA benefits such as disability and caregiver compensation; grants for home and vehicle modifications; medications and supplies; and home health care and equipment.
You’ll also hear from Shelly Hoover, a US military veteran living with ALS, and learn why she says: “I am living the healthiest, safest, and most engaged life possible because of my many VA benefits, including access to healthcare.” Shelly is a member of the I AM ALS Veterans Team, which raises awareness about veteran-specific ALS issues, educates the public about ALS and veterans, connects veterans with resources to improve their quality of ALS care, and accelerate the development of and access to treatments and cures.
You’ll learn about:
- Department of Veteran Affairs: ALS as a presumptive service connection
- Role of Paralyzed Veterans of America and their advocacy for people living with ALS
- Navigating benefits and healthcare
- Accessing VA programs & services
- Access to care and support for veterans and families
- Learn how you can get involved with the I AM ALS Team
The webinar is a free, public service of the Les Turner ALS Foundation.
About the Speakers:
Robert Statam, Sr., National Service Office, Paralyzed Veterans of America, and Winston Woodard III, Senior Benefits Advocate, Paralyzed Veterans of America, are experts in VA benefits and legally represent veterans, dependents, and survivors. Click here to learn more about the PVA.
Shelly Hoover is an author, veteran, gratitude guru, lover of life, and an ALS warrior. Click here to learn more about Shelly.
