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If you are a disabled veteran and are unable to work, then it is wise for you to apply for veterans disability benefits. In order to qualify for these benefits, you must have a disability that is service-related and be honorably discharged from military service. Another eligibility requirement is that you served at least 90 days of active military service, including at least one day of service during a war time period.

The amount you can receive varies considerably and ranges from just over $100 to more than $3000 per month. Disability compensation depends on a couple of things - how severe your disability is and how many dependents you have. Other things such as loss of a limb, dependent makeup and disabled spouse also come into play when your benefits are calculated.

Applying for veterans benefits requires that you complete government form #21-526. This form, called the Veterans Application for Compensation or Pension, requires that certain information be included when you submit your application. This information includes dependency records such as marriage licenses and birth certificates and medical records substantiating your disability. You many also be asked to submit your discharge or separation papers. There is an online website, http://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp that you can use to apply or you can call toll-free at 1-800-827-1000 for further assistance. s.

A VA pension for veterans is available for wartime veterans who have a very small income or no income at all. To qualify, the veteran must be age 65 or older or under age 65 if permanently or totally disabled. The Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefit bill allows some veterans to be paid additional money if they are very seriously disabled.