VA Disability Compensation

2008 Cost-Of-Living Increases for VA Benefits

News release from the Department of Veterans Affairs that describes the 2.3 percent increase in disability compensation and survivors' benefits effective January 2008.
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Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2)

Airmen medically separated with combat-related disability, including Purple Heart recipients, are provided a family liaison officer, transition assistance, case management, civilian job search assistance and help with filing of VA disability claims. Document is in .pdf format.
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Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) News: Chapter 61 Updates

Provides 2008 updates to CRSC eligibility. CRSC provides tax-free monthly payments to eligible retired veterans with combat-related injuries.
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Combat-Related Special Compensation

Describes DoD compensation program that pays added benefits to retirees who receive disability compensation from the VA for combat-related disabilities.
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Disability Compensation Benefits

Fact sheet on VA disability compensation, a benefit paid to a veteran because of injuries or diseases that happened while on active duty, or were made worse by active military service. Document is in Word format.
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Disability Compensation for Sexual or Personal Trauma

Fact sheet on VA compensation for disability from a sexual or personal trauma resulting in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Document is in Word format.

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Federal Benefits for Veterans & Dependents

Information on VA health care, disability compensation, education and training, home loan guaranty, financial assistance, life insurance and more. Document is in .pdf format.
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Frequently Asked Questions About VA Benefits & Compensation

Provides answers to questions regarding VA compensation and pension benefits, including how long it takes to receive a decision on a claim, pension rates, surviving spouse's benefits and more.
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Handbook for Injured Service Members & Their Families

Overview of benefits, rights and resources available to service members and their families to help with financial, medical, educational, employment and other needs.
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House of Representatives Committee on Veterans' Affairs - Compensating Disabled Veterans

Committee reviews and provides information on veterans' programs, examines current laws and reports bills and amendments to strengthen existing laws concerning veterans and the VA.
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Minority Veterans Programs Coordinators (MVPC)

Works to increase local awareness of minority veteran related issues, and develop strategies for increasing their participation in existing VA benefit programs. MVPC's are located at Regional Offices, Health Care Facilities and National Cemeteries. View the slideshow about MVPCs in .pdf format.

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VA Benefits - Apply Online

Allows service members and veterans to apply online for VA benefits, including Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance, My HealtheVet, compensation and pension applications, education and health benefits, and vocational rehabilitation and employment services.
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VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD)

Schedule of ratings used by the VA in evaluating service-connected disabilities.
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Veterans On Line Applications (VONAPP)

Allows service members and veterans to apply for VA benefits online, including compensation, pension, vocational rehabilitation and education.

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