Definition
Programs administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provide monthly payments to veterans who are disabled and were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions, their dependent children, surviving spouses and parents. Included are compensation benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities; and pension benefits for veterans with limited incomes who are age 65 or older or are permanently and totally disabled as a result of a condition not related to military service. Veterans who are more seriously disabled may qualify for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits which are paid in addition to the basic compensation or pension rate. A veteran cannot receive both Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits at the same time.
URL Name
NS-1800-9000
Third Level Code
NS-1800
Taxonomy Code
NS-1800.9000
Parent Code
NS-1800
Family Code
N
Second Level Code
NS
Fourth Level Code
NS-1800-9000
Use References
Disability Benefits for Veterans, VA Compensation and Pension Benefits, Veteran Disability, Veteran's Disability
Publication Status
Online