The Affordable, Modern Alternative to VetraSpec

You shouldn’t have to choose between “affordable” and “usable.” If you are tired of overpaying for clunky, legacy software, VA Claim Helper (VCH) is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.

Why Accredited Agents are Switching

1. It is Actually Affordable

Legacy software often comes with expensive contracts, hidden fees, or “setup costs” that drain your budget. VCH is different. We offer transparent pricing that fits independent representatives—including a completely free tier to get you started.

2. It is Accessible Anywhere

Stop being chained to your office desktop. VCH is fully cloud-based and mobile-friendly. Whether you are at the courthouse, meeting a veteran for coffee, or working from home, your entire case file is just a click away on any device.

3. The UI is NOT Clunky

Most VA software looks like a government database from 2005. It’s dense, confusing, and hard to navigate. VCH is built for the modern web. It is clean, intuitive, and fast. You don’t need a training manual to use it—it just works.

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Get the tools you need without the “legacy tax.” Switch to the platform that is easier on your wallet and your eyes.

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We’re excited to announce a new feature that helps you stay on top of your cases by tracking the date of the latest rating decision and providing automated alerts for decisions that are approaching one year. This will help ensure timely follow-ups and prevent cases from falling through the cracks.

Automated Email Alerts: The system now automatically sends a daily email alert for cases with a rating decision older than 335 days. This helps you proactively manage your caseload and prioritize follow-ups. You can disable these alerts on a case-by-case basis.

New “Latest Rating Decision” Field: We’ve added a new “Latest Rating Decision” date field to each case. This can be set when creating a new case via the intake form or by editing an existing case.

UI Enhancements:
The main cases grid now includes a “Latest Rating Decision” column.
To help you quickly identify which cases need attention, the date in the “Latest Rating Decision” column will be highlighted in red if it’s older than 335 days.
A new “Disable Alerts” checkbox has been added to the case edit screen, giving you control over which cases trigger the automated email alerts.

21-22a was updated to the latest version.

• VA Disability Appeals: veteransguide.org/va-disability/appeals/
• VA Disability Calculator:  veteransguide.org/va-disability-calculator/
• PTSD Guide: https://www.hillandponton.com/introduction-ptsd-guide/ – a comprehensive resource tailored to assist veterans coping with post-traumatic stress disorder.
• Toxic Exposure Map: https://www.hillandponton.com/toxic-exposure/ – a helpful tool designed to help veterans navigate potential exposure risks.
• Blue Water Navy Map: https://www.hillandponton.com/blue-water-navy-vietnam-map/ – an interactive Vietnam map for navigating exposure to Agent Orange.
• VA Disability Claims Course: https://courses.hillandponton.com/p/master-the-va-disability-claims-process – a step-by-step guide for veterans on how to file initial VA disability claims, our most recent resource.
• Mesothelioma Cancer: https://www.lanierlawfirm.com/mesothelioma/cancer/
• PTSD Guide: https://www.mswguide.org/blog/ultimate-ptsd-guide/
• Driving as an Amputee: https://www.richmondvona.com/tips-driving-amputee/
• Mesothelioma information: https://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/

Commonly used forms have their own drop down now. Less commonly used forms are in their own drop down called “More Forms”.