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Canadian Veterans are a priority at argento
We understand the importance of supporting veterans, and we're here to assist you. If you're a veteran, you may qualify for financial support towards your medical cannabis expenses through Veteran Affairs Canada (VAC).
Please note that you may require authorization from your healthcare provider and approval from VAC to access this reimbursement. If you need any assistance or have questions regarding the reimbursement process, feel free to ask. We're here to help.
Argento Medical has teamed up with the Veterans Wellness Alliance (VWA) to offer peer support for Veterans Affairs Canada programs and ensure eligibility for benefits. Our goal is to help veterans access a community network of activities.
- MENTORSHIP & SUPPORT - By sharing personal experiences and providing emotional support, we aim to help veterans navigate challenges with guidance from someone who understands..
- NAVIGATING RESOURCES - We help veterans access healthcare, mental health services, educational benefits, and other available resources. Both VWA and Argento are dedicated to assisting veterans in understanding paperwork and procedures.
- COMMUNITY BUILDING -Through support groups and community activities, veterans can connect with others, share stories, and build camaraderie in a supportive environment.
- ADVOCACY - We actively advocate for veterans' rights and needs by attending meetings, writing letters, and raising awareness about issues affecting veterans in order to bring about positive change.
- SKILL SHARING - We help guide those Veterans whe has expertise in a particular area (e.g., job hunting, financial planning , or coping strategies), We offer workshops or one-on-one guidance.
The approval process for medical cannabis coverage with VAC can take up to a month. At Argento, we will provide medical cannabis for the first 30 days (up to 90 grams) at no extra cost. Our main objective is to make sure your coverage is smooth and well-supported throughout the entire process.
As a veteran patient, you are entitled to order your full allotment of medical cannabis every 30 days, starting from the date of your initial order. Additionally, you can receive up to $300 of VAC coverage for a vaporizer purchase once every 3 years. If you need assistance in selecting a vaporizer and navigating the reimbursement process, we are here to help.
Step by Step
- Veterans (or caregivers) should ensure the Blue Cross Insurance K # is on their Registration Document. If you have any questions please contact our support team at Argento for assistance 1-888-742-0062
- Your medical document from your prescriber must include the diagnosis or symptom being treated in order for VAC to provide coverage, and it must match the diagnosis on the VAC Summary of Assessment (SOA)
- Please be advised that it typically takes Veteran Affairs Canada about 3 to 4 weeks to respond regarding coverage, unless there are any complications with your file that may cause delays. Once we receive a response from VAC, a Cannabis Care Advisor will reach out to you to inform you of their decision.
- In order to exceed the allowed limit of 3 grams per day, you will need to submit an application to Veteran Affairs Canada to request exceptional status.
