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63-Year-Old Veteran Seeks Government Disability Grant For Accessible Housing

by James C. Holmes
(Mayfield, UT, USA)

James C. Holmes, USAF MSgt (Retired)

I am a 63-year-old veteran, retired USAF MSgt (E-7). Vietnam Veteran (June 1966-June 1967).

I fractured my neck while on active duty at age 25 in 1971, but because the Air Force doctor never got the X-ray report I was not treated correctly.

After I retired I applied for compensation from the VA in 1991. Yes they found the X-Ray report in my medical records. They awarded me only 10% disability rating.

I have continued throughout my life in extreme pain and suffering.

I had a massive heart attack with quadruple bypass surgery just before my 50th birthday. I have peripheral neuropathy in both lower legs and feet. I have bi-polar disorder that started just after retirement from the Air Force.

I believe the heart attack, peripheral neuropathy, and bipolar disorder is from exposure to Agent Orange while in Vietnam.

Because of the pain and suffering, I applied for Social Security Disability at age 51 and was declared 100% disabled. Of course the VA doesn't see it that way and tells me I am employable.

I have to take too many narcotics and sleeping pills to be employable. Also, I can't sit up for more than two hours, and do any physical labor that involves carrying more than 10 lbs.

I just don't understand how the VA can say I am not 100% disabled and that I am employable.

We, my wife and I, barely survive on my Social Security, Postal, and Military Retirement pay. You can't receive more than one full retirement from the United States Government.

A government housing grant could help me have my home equipped with handicapped ramps and disabled equipment. Our home needs a new roof.

I don't think I'm going to be able to drive a normal car very soon because of the neuropathy in my feet. I live about 160 miles from the VA Hospital.

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by: Katina from Accessible.org

Congratulations on making the effort to submit your story to Accessible.org.

With the publication of your story, you are now well on your way to:

1. Getting your story known to a wide audience that could help you.

2. Getting your story polished up and presentable so you can submit it elsewhere, including the White House.

As a disabled person myself, I can sympathize with your situation and I definitely understand your need for help.

I've done a bit of research and found these resources for you:

HSR&D Home http://www.hsrd.research.va.gov/
http://www.homeloans.va.gov/sah.htm
1-800-827-1000
www.va.gov

Others reading your story may be able to contribute more.

In any case, please let us know if they've been helpful to you.

Katina from Accessible.org

Good luck!

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