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VetsForever Launches National Mental Health Campaign Amid VA Disability Rating Updates
March 11, 2026
VetsForever Law Group has launched a national mental health awareness campaign aimed at closing the gap between eligibility and access to VA disability benefits. CEO and 100% disabled Navy veteran Trinidad Aguirre argues in his white paper, Empowering Veterans to Heal, Thrive, and Reclaim Their Potential, that VA disability benefits mirror Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs — serving as a foundation for healing, dignity, and long-term well-being.
The campaign comes as the VA updates its mental health disability criteria expected to take effect this year. Yet more than 30% of eligible veterans never apply for benefits, and 61% of veterans who died by suicide in 2023 were not receiving VA health care in the last year of their life.
As part of the campaign, VetsForever is launching Beyond the Rating, a new YouTube series offering veterans guidance on navigating the VA disability process and accessing the benefits they've earned. On April 1 in San Francisco, Aguirre will also moderate a veteran mental health policy panel at the CCME Annual Symposium featuring Wendy Lasko of Columbia Lighthouse Project, Tina Atherall of PsychArmor, Dr. Elisa Borah of the University of Texas at Austin, and Charles Bischoff of NextOp Veterans.
"If we are serious about long-term recovery, the disability evaluation system must be clear, accessible, and responsive to the realities veterans face." — Trinidad Aguirre, CEO, VetsForever Law Group
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Pivotal early 2026 vote could protect California veterans from claim sharks
As seen in the Sacramento Bee, California legislation is in the works to protect veterans, and our CEO Trinidad Aguirre, MBA contributed his insight to The Sacramento Bee on Senate Bill 694.
The bill protects California veterans from deceptive practices in the VA claims process by reinforcing accountability, transparency, and proper accreditation.
Veterans deserve protection, not exploitation. Read the article to learn more about this pivotal legislation and how you can show your support.
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VetsForever CEO Selected for CEOCircle
We’re thrilled to share that our CEO, Trinidad Aguirre, has been selected for the Syracuse University’s D’Aniello Institute for Veteran & Military Families (IVMF) CEOcircle program, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase.
CEOcircle is a competitive, year-long program designed to support and elevate veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs. Trinidad will join a powerful group of leaders from across the country to engage in shared learning, tackle key business challenges, and accelerate the impact of veteran-led businesses.
“Through our research at the IVMF, we know that a strong network of support is paramount for veteran entrepreneurs,” says Misty Fox, IVMF’s Director of Entrepreneurship and Small Business programs.
“CEOcircle offers veteran entrepreneurs an incredible opportunity to meet, speak with, and network with other success-driven veterans in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, and we’re looking forward to the pending success these veterans will have in scaling their businesses after they’ve graduated.”
Congratulations, Trinidad! We’re excited for the year ahead and proud to see VetsForever represented in this outstanding community.
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A Badge of Honor TV: Helping Veterans Thrive with VetsForever
VetsForever CEO and Co-founder, Trinidad Aguirre, spoke with hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz on A Badge of Honor TV. VetsForever is reimagining the business model by disrupting the system for good, ensuring veterans can access the disability benefits they've earned. VetsForever envisions and advocates that ALL veterans should have access to legal representation for VA disability claims, military discharge upgrades, and more. Learn more about the VA disability claims process and other valuable resources available to veterans in this interview.
Behind the Mission with PsychArmor®: VA Advocacy in Action
VetsForever CEO Trinidad Aguirre joins Duane France on Behind the Mission with PsychArmor® to discuss how advocacy helps veterans navigate the VA disability claims process. As a VA-accredited law group, VetsForever supports veterans seeking disability ratings or military service discharge upgrades.
VetsForever Surges in Growth, Recovering $5M+ for Clients, Taking National Stage
Since its inception, VetsForever has secured over $5 million in VA backpay for Veterans and is on track to serve 2,500 veterans by the end of 2025. Our 25-person team, 90% veterans, delivers fast, expert representation for VA claims and discharge upgrades.
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U.S. Veterans Magazine: Guiding Veterans from Service to Civilian Success
Trinidad Aguirre, CEO of VetsForever, shares with U.S. Veterans Magazine how his team guides veterans through the VA claims process, equipping service members to prepare, maximize, and secure the benefits they’ve earned.
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Milprenuer: From Navy Decks to Veteran Advocacy
VetsForever CEO Trinidad Aguirre joins Ryan Van Ornam on the Milpreneur Podcast to share how his Navy service inspired the creation of a mission-driven, VA-accredited law group. He discusses turning personal frustration with the VA system into advocacy that empowers veterans to navigate claims with confidence and clarity. Listen to learn how VetsForever delivers speed, validation, and dignity to those who once wore the uniform.