Why I Started Heroes to Disability:

About Our Veteran Benefits Advocate

Elsa Demelo - 17-Year Army Veteran & Former Secretary of State Document Examiner

With 17 years of dedicated service between Active Army and Army National Guard, I understand firsthand the challenges veterans face when navigating the VA disability claims process. When I filed my own claim, I experienced the same frustrations you may be facing - the difficulty finding knowledgeable assistance and the fear of losing precious back pay due to filing errors or paying large fees such as 50% to 70% percent to these large companies who profit off of us Veterans.

My Personal Mission: After struggling through my own VA claim process, I made it my mission to ensure no veteran has to face these challenges alone. I use my insider knowledge of government systems to help fellow veterans secure every dollar of the benefits they've earned through their service.

Having walked in your boots, I know the financial stress of waiting for your claim to process and the anxiety of wondering if you'll receive the full benefits you deserve. My experience filing and researching my own claim, combined with my medical background, has given me the insight into exactly how the VA wants claims to be properly filled out. My medical knowledge allows me the ability to assist you in ensuring you have all the necessary substantiating records. Proper documentation and strategic filing can make the difference between approval and denial - and between receiving your full back pay or losing thousands of dollars.

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Veteran helping veterans - I've been where you are

  • Government insider knowledge - I know how the system really works

  • Personal investment - Your success is my mission, not just my business

  • No veteran left behind - We help you fight for every dollar you've earned

  • "I've served alongside you, and now I'm here to serve you. Let's get you the benefits you've earned - every dollar of them."