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Will the va provide guide dogs for blinded veterans?

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Dr. Guy DaSilva answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Sometimes: Each veteran's case is reviewed and evaluated by a prescribing clinician for the following: ■ability and means, including family or caregiver, to care for the dog currently and in the future ■goals that are to accomplished through the use of the dog ■goals that are to be accomplished through other assistive technology or therapy the veteran will be informed of an approval or disapproval of th.

Answered 8/7/2015

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Dr. Erin Robertson answered

Specializes in General Practice

More likely than not: The VA has been fabulous about providing medical assist dogs to veterans for multiple reasons, including vision loss & PTSD. Definitely pursue this as a treatment option with your providers. You may also want to touch base with Wounded Warriors who may be able to facilitate making this happen.

Answered 5/14/2015

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