Meant to write a bit more on this when I get a chance to research some numbers...however my work day is starting to look pretty busy, so here's just some quick thoughts instead: Though generally...
Meant to write a bit more on this when I get a chance to research some numbers...however my work day is starting to look pretty busy, so here's just some quick thoughts instead:
Though generally not oppose to Veterans Affairs cutting benefits for jailed relatives (as this is an extension of the existing cutting of benefits for jailed veterans), I still find it a bit to deny someone help who needs it. Of course, the article is stating that the mental health of these individuals will be taken on by the incarceration facilities, as far as I can tell, there's no confirmation that there is no lap in coverage. VA simply washed their hands of it (which arguably isn't their problem).
Relating to the policy in general, it feels, well too general. Veterans themselves are likely to run into issues, like poverty, that statistically puts them more at risk to be incarcerated.
Not sure what the best solution would be...but there's my two-cents.
Canada actually does have universal health care that includes mental health. The line for coverage is still in debate, for example giving birth comes with a set amount of counseling that is...
Canada actually does have universal health care that includes mental health. The line for coverage is still in debate, for example giving birth comes with a set amount of counseling that is covered. Anything over that amount will be need 1) a "doctor's note" (what this means depends on the condition and severity and such, 2) private insurance/coverage, or 3) be paid out-of-pocket. Should there be more or less coverage? What should be covered? These are constantly in talks.
My statement was more of a "in this situation". Of course in an ideal world, everyone would be covered for everything, but that's simply not possible.
Meant to write a bit more on this when I get a chance to research some numbers...however my work day is starting to look pretty busy, so here's just some quick thoughts instead:
Though generally not oppose to Veterans Affairs cutting benefits for jailed relatives (as this is an extension of the existing cutting of benefits for jailed veterans), I still find it a bit to deny someone help who needs it. Of course, the article is stating that the mental health of these individuals will be taken on by the incarceration facilities, as far as I can tell, there's no confirmation that there is no lap in coverage. VA simply washed their hands of it (which arguably isn't their problem).
Relating to the policy in general, it feels, well too general. Veterans themselves are likely to run into issues, like poverty, that statistically puts them more at risk to be incarcerated.
Not sure what the best solution would be...but there's my two-cents.
Canada actually does have universal health care that includes mental health. The line for coverage is still in debate, for example giving birth comes with a set amount of counseling that is covered. Anything over that amount will be need 1) a "doctor's note" (what this means depends on the condition and severity and such, 2) private insurance/coverage, or 3) be paid out-of-pocket. Should there be more or less coverage? What should be covered? These are constantly in talks.
My statement was more of a "in this situation". Of course in an ideal world, everyone would be covered for everything, but that's simply not possible.