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NSC Pension

VA Department of Veterans Affairs Disability Pension

What is a VA Disability Pension?

Disability Pension is a benefit paid to wartime veterans with limited income who are no longer able to work.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible if:

· you were discharged from service under other than dishonorable conditions, AND

· you served 90 days or more of active duty with at least 1 day during a war, AND

· you have disabilities that keep you from working full time, OR are over age 65, AND

· your countable family income is below a yearly limit set by law.

FAMILY INCOME LIMITS (EFFECTIVE 1 DEC 2009)
If you are a …	Your yearly income must be less than…
Veteran with no dependents	$11,830
Veteran with a spouse or a child	$15,493
(Veterans with additional children, add $1866 to the limit for EACH child)
Housebound veteran with no dependents	$14,457
Housebound veteran with one dependent	$18,120
Veteran who needs aid and attendance and has no dependents	$19,736
Veteran who needs aid and attendance and has one dependent	$23,396
NOTE: Some income is not counted toward the yearly limit (for example, welfare benefits and Supplemental Security Income)

How much does VA pay?

VA pays you the difference between your countable family income and the yearly income limit which describes your situation (see chart above). This difference is generally paid in 12 equal monthly payments rounded down to the nearest dollar. Call the toll-free number below or contact your County Veterans Service Officer for details.

How can I apply?

You can apply by filling out VA Form 21-526, Veteran’s Application for Compensation or Pension. If available, attach copies of current medical evidence (doctor and hospital reports).

Related Benefits:

Vocational Rehabilitation Program
Medical Care

For more Information Call Toll-Free

1-800-827-1000

Or See Your County Veterans Service Officer

Current as of 1 March 2010

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NSC Pension

How much does VA pay?

How can I apply?

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Medical Care