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VA Disability for Asthma Asthma is a common medical condition in the United States, but it’s even more common among combat veterans. One study determined that service members who served in combat were 24-30% more likely to develop asthma than those who had not been deployed. Veterans with this service-connected condition may qualify for VA …
Surviving Military Spouse Benefits: Rates, Eligibility, and How to Apply VA disability provides support for disabled veterans, often with additional benefits to help support dependents. But what happens to surviving spouses when veterans pass away? VA disability benefits aren’t transferable, but some surviving spouses are entitled to direct benefits after the military spouse’s death. Here’s …
Can a Veteran’s Parents Receive DIC Benefits? When a service member or Veteran dies from a condition connected to their military service, VA compensation doesn’t stop with spouses and children. Parents can qualify too, through a benefit most families have never heard of until they need it: Parents’ Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, or Parents’ DIC. …
The Easiest Way to a 100% VA Disability Rating A 100% disability rating offers many benefits. A veteran with a 100% rating receives full monthly benefits in 2026, which is $3,938.58/month for a veteran with no dependents, following the 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment that took effect December 1, 2025. All VA disability compensation is tax-free at …
How Pending Legislation Could Change VA Benefits for Disabled Veterans The Major Richard Star Act could increase monthly income for about 54,000 disabled veterans. The bill aims to eliminate the mandatory set-off for certain disabled veterans who earned military retirement pay but now rely on VA disability benefits. The legislation has been stalled for years …
VA Claim Sharks Are Targeting Veterans: Here’s How to Spot Them The VA disability system is already complicated enough without having to worry about who’s actually on your side. But some companies out there are making money off veterans who just want help getting the benefits they earned, and a few of them are doing …
DIC and Survivors Pension Claims Now Paid Faster Survivors’ benefits can be a lifeline for spouses, children, and even parents of a deceased veteran. Unfortunately, survivors have often had to wait months for benefits–sometimes even a year or more. One reason for the delay is that, until recently, claims for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) …
What Heart Conditions Qualify for VA Disability? Any heart condition can qualify a veteran for VA disability if the condition is service-connected and is sufficiently serious. The VA uses a general rating schedule for many heart conditions, but also has separate schedules for other heart conditions. And, some heart conditions are presumed service-connected for certain …
VA Dependent Compensation Explained: How to Increase Your VA Disability Compensation A disabled veteran with a VA disability rating of 30% or higher can get extra monthly compensation for qualifying dependents. These dependent benefits aren’t paid directly to the dependent, but are added to the veteran’s monthly VA disability payment. Ideally, dependents are listed and …
VA Ratings for Rhinitis Veterans, particularly those who served in certain areas, are at greater risk for rhinitis. Overall, servicemembers who have been deployed are 41% more likely than the general population to develop chronic rhinitis. The increased risk is especially notable among veterans who served in Southwest Asia, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Since the PACT …
How to Get a VA Rating for Insomnia Obtaining a VA disability rating for insomnia requires the same basic steps as securing any VA disability rating: Demonstrate that you suffer from the condition Establish that it is more likely than not that your condition is service-connected Provide evidence to support the maximum appropriate VA disability …
VA Back Pay and Accrued Benefits: Who Qualifies and How to Claim What You’re Owed VA back pay and accrued benefits are the same core benefits. The difference is in who receives them and when. Here’s what you need to know, as a VA disability claimant or a surviving family member. What is VA Back …
VA Extends PCAFC Benefits for Legacy Caregivers Through 2028: Here’s What It Means for You If you or someone you love has been part of the VA’s Family Caregiver Program for a while, there’s some genuinely good news out of Washington. On November 20, 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced a final rule that …
Can My Spouse Receive My VA Disability After I Die? It is unfortunate that after you pass away, your spouse will not be able to receive your VA disability compensation. However, after your passing, your spouse may qualify for a monthly allowance also known as Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). What Is Dependency And Indemnity …
DIC Appeals Roadmap Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) can provide an important safety net for dependents of servicemembers who die in the line of duty or of certain VA disability recipients. But the qualifications are complex, and claims can be wrongly denied simply because you didn’t understand exactly what the VA was looking for with …
Does Suicide Affect Survivor Dependency & Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Benefits? Losing a loved one is heartbreaking. Losing a veteran who carried invisible wounds from service can feel especially devastating and confusing. Many families are left wondering not only how to cope emotionally, but also how they’ll manage financially. One of the most common questions surviving …
2026 Guide to 90% VA Disability Benefits VA disability ratings are awarded in increments of 10%, ranging from 0% to 100%. The type and amount of benefits a veteran receives depend on the VA disability rating assigned. Here’s what you need to know about 90% VA disability ratings, the benefits you’ll qualify for at that …
2026 Guide to VA Benefits for Terminally Ill Veterans and Survivors: Hospice, Expedited Claims, DIC, and A & A When a veteran is dealing with a terminal illness, the VA offers a wide range of supporting programs. While some of these services are associated with VA disability for service-connected conditions, others are available to qualifying …
VA DIC for Spouses, Dependents, and Parents in 2026 Surviving family members of some deceased service members and disabled veterans may qualify for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). Like VA disability and other veterans benefits, DIC rates are adjusted annually based on the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) determined by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Rates for …
VA Disabilities Secondary to Mental Health Conditions: A Guide for Veterans Mental health conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression are some of the most common service-connected disabilities among veterans. While many veterans know that these conditions themselves are eligible for VA disability compensation, fewer realize that they can also receive benefits for other health …
