Free download
PTSD VA Claim Quick Checklist
Review diagnosis and treatment, the in-service event, supporting records, lay observations, and effects on work and daily life.
Free
Get the checklistFocused VA claims education
Understand the evidence. Organize what matters.
The Claim Brief creates focused checklists and workbooks that help veterans review VA claim evidence and prepare accurate, specific information in their own words.
Independent educational resources
Designed for truthful preparation
Instant digital downloads
Start with the resource that fits your next step.
Use the free checklist for a quick review, the exam organizer for focused preparation, or the complete workbook for a broader evidence review.
10-page PDF
PTSD C&P Exam Preparation Checklist
Organize appointment logistics, symptoms, functional impact, treatment history, exam-day reminders, and post-exam notes.
$5.99
View on Etsy
Complete workbook
PTSD Claim Evidence Workbook
Work through the major evidence areas in a PTSD service-connection claim using focused checklists and writing space.
$9.99
View on EtsyA practical workflow
Review first. Organize second. Decide your next step.
These resources are designed to help you see what you already have, identify what may need attention, and prepare questions for the appropriate accredited representative when needed.
1
Review
Identify the issue, evidence already in the file, and the information VA considered.
2
Organize
Write down accurate dates, examples, treatment history, and functional impact.
3
Get the right help
Use a VA-accredited representative when your situation calls for individual claim advice.
About The Claim Brief
Focused tools for veterans who want to understand the process.
The Claim Brief turns complicated claim topics into organized, usable educational resources. The goal is not to tell you what to say. It is to help you understand the question, locate relevant information, and communicate your own experience accurately.
Watch on YouTubeNot sure where to begin?
Start with the free PTSD quick checklist. It gives you a focused overview before you decide whether you need a more detailed organizer.
Download the free checklist