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Write It Right: 7 Proven Ways to Win Your VA Claim with Lay and Buddy Statements – Episode: Functional Impact Statements

If you’re a veteran filing a VA disability claim, one of the most powerful tools you have is the Functional Impact Lay Statement. In this video, I break down what a functional impact statement is, how to write one, and why it can make the difference between a denied claim and a successful VA rating.

📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video:

The VA forms you MUST use for lay and buddy statements (VA Form 21-10210 & VA Form 21-4138).

The golden question every veteran must answer: What can’t I do anymore because of my condition?

How to explain Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and work limitations in plain language.

Mistakes to avoid when writing your personal statement.

Real-life examples of functional statements that paint a picture for VA reviewers.

👉 These statements are especially powerful for conditions like back pain, knee injuries, TBI, migraines, PTSD, depression, and anxiety.

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Timestamps/Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to the Write It Right Series
00:38 – VA Forms for Lay & Buddy Statements (VA Form 21-10210 & 21-4138)
01:16 – How Personal Statements Establish Nexus for Claims
02:25 – Beyond VA Claims: Why Writing Statements Improves Your Life
03:45 – Technical Difficulties & Adapt and Overcome (Marine Corps Mindset)
05:15 – What is a Functional Impact Statement?
06:27 – Purpose: Loss of Functionality, Daily Limitations & Work Impairment
08:30 – The Golden Question: What can’t I do anymore?
09:13 – Simple Examples of Functional Impact Statements
10:25 – Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to Include in Your Statement
11:54 – How Functional Statements Affect VA Rating Decisions
12:57 – Occupational Limitations: Sitting, Standing, Concentration, Missed Work
14:00 – Real-Life Example: Medications Affecting Job Performance
15:11 – Social & Relationship Impact: Marriage, Kids, Friendships
16:46 – Holistic Wellness: Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social, Occupational
17:35 – Conditions Where Functional Statements Are Most Powerful
18:07 – Mistakes to Avoid: Being Vague, Forgetting ADLs, Skipping Relationships
18:53 – Writing Tips: First-Person, Be Honest, CAC (Current, Accurate, Complete)
20:48 – Importance of Signing & Dating Your Statement
20:57 – Closing Message: Living Royally & Living Well

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📌 Disclaimer: Content is for educational purposes only and not intended as legal, clinical, or medical advice. No therapist-client relationship is established. Royal Rock Counseling and Consulting LLC is not a VA-accredited agent, attorney, or VSO, and is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs. We do not prepare, present, or prosecute VA claims, but may provide administrative guidance and referrals to qualified professionals.