diff --git a/projects/va-strategy/VSO-MEETING-CHECKLIST.md b/projects/va-strategy/VSO-MEETING-CHECKLIST.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a3458db --- /dev/null +++ b/projects/va-strategy/VSO-MEETING-CHECKLIST.md @@ -0,0 +1,126 @@ +# VSO Meeting Final Checklist +## Before 9:30 AM Meeting - February 11, 2026 + +### 🔐 CRITICAL: Gitea Access for VSO + +**Issue:** All your VA documents are in Gitea at `http://10.0.10.2:3000/fred/obsidian-vault` + +**This is a LOCAL IP - VSO cannot access from outside your network!** + +**Options to share documents with VSO:** + +#### Option 1: VPN Access (if VSO has VPN) +- VSO connects to your WireGuard VPN (10.0.9.0/24) +- Can then access Gitea at http://10.0.10.2:3000 +- **Action:** Send VSO your WireGuard config (if appropriate) + +#### Option 2: Export to USB/Email +- Export key documents to USB drive or email +- **Files to export:** + - VA-STRATEGY-100-PERCENT-ROADMAP.md (print or PDF) + - VSO-MEETING-QUICK-GUIDE.md (print) + - va-updated-nexus-with-hypersomnia.md + - book, frederek_sleep.pdf +- **Action:** Copy files to USB or attach to email + +#### Option 3: Print Key Documents +- Print the essentials for VSO to review +- **Print:** + - VSO-MEETING-QUICK-GUIDE.md (1 page) + - Relevant sections of roadmap + - Sleep study PDF + +#### Option 4: Screen Share During Meeting +- Use Zoom/Teams/Discord to share screen +- Walk through Gitea documents together +- **Action:** Have meeting link ready + +#### Option 5: Temporary External Access (Advanced) +- Use Caddy reverse proxy via VPS (vps.nianticbooks.com) +- Create temporary subdomain: git.nianticbooks.com +- **Risk:** Exposes Gitea to internet (use with caution) + +--- + +### 📋 Meeting Prep Checklist + +**Documents Ready:** +- [ ] Quick guide (print or on phone) +- [ ] Full roadmap (for reference) +- [ ] Sleep study PDF +- [ ] Nexus statement (partially completed) +- [ ] Current VA rating decision (60%) + +**Information to Bring:** +- [ ] PTSD onset date (when symptoms began) +- [ ] Sleep disturbance documentation date +- [ ] Hypersomnia diagnosis date +- [ ] Current PTSD medications list +- [ ] Last 4 digits of SSN + +**Questions for VSO:** +- [ ] Can we file TDIU (Form 21-8940) today? +- [ ] Can we file sleep apnea supplemental claim today? +- [ ] Timeline expectations for each claim? +- [ ] Should I file PTSD increase now or wait for 2026 criteria? +- [ ] Which secondary conditions to prioritize? + +**Forms to Complete (if possible today):** +- [ ] VA Form 21-8940 (TDIU) +- [ ] VA Form 20-0995 (Sleep apnea supplemental) +- [ ] VA Form 21-686c (Kobe's dependent claim) + +--- + +### 🎯 Meeting Goals + +**Priority 1:** File TDIU application (Form 21-8940) +- You already qualify (60% combined) +- Hypersomnia threatening CDL = strong case +- Path to 100% compensation + +**Priority 2:** File sleep apnea supplemental claim +- Previous denial can be overturned +- Strong nexus evidence prepared +- Target: 50% rating + +**Priority 3:** Kobe's dependent benefits +- Review documentation +- Timeline for filing +- Doctor's letter needed + +--- + +### ⏰ Timeline + +**Meeting:** 9:30 AM CST (15:30 UTC) +**Current time:** [Check when you wake up] +**Time remaining:** [Calculate] + +**Before meeting:** +- [ ] Wake up, coffee ☕ +- [ ] Check this checklist +- [ ] Decide how to share documents with VSO +- [ ] Gather printed materials or prep screen share +- [ ] Review quick guide one more time + +--- + +### 💡 Remember + +**You're prepared.** You have: +- ✅ Comprehensive strategy +- ✅ All documentation organized +- ✅ Clear priorities +- ✅ Actionable next steps + +**The VSO is there to help you.** They'll guide you through the process. + +**Goal:** Walk out with TDIU and sleep apnea claims FILED today. + +**You've got this!** 💪 + +--- + +**Created:** 2026-02-11, 04:30 UTC +**For meeting:** 2026-02-11, 09:30 CST