I agree with Pat M, be persistent. I have a 2nd cousin that eventually won his case and this then made life so much easier for him and his family. My prayers are with you. I really hate the way they treat our Vietnam vets after all they have done for us. I thank your husband for my freedom. Keep fighting he deserves the very best.
Also thanks for the laundry tip, I too have recently gone back to work after 7 months of "retirement".