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Contact the VA Home    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)    Ask a Question   hide accessible links     FAQ Help     Topic Topic Level 1 : Topic Level 2 : Topic Level 3 : Topic Level 4 : Topic Level 5 : Topic Level 6 :      Search Text (optional)   Search Tips      Search By      Exact Search Similar Phrases Complex Expression       Date Created   05/08/2006 06:09 PM   Last Updated   07/26/2006 07:52 AM    Print Answer/FAQ    Email Answer      My disabilities are not related to my service. Are there any benefits for which I might qualify?   Inquiry   My disabilities are not related to my service. Are there any benefits for which I might qualify?   Answer   VA pension is a benefit paid to wartime veterans with limited income, and who are permanently and totally disabled or age 65 or older. You may be eligible if you: were discharged from service under other than dishonorable conditions, served 90 days* or more of active duty with at least 1 day during a period of war time, have family income is below a yearly limit set by law, and are permanently and totally disabled or age 65 or older. * However, anyone who enlists after September 7, 1980, generally must have served at least 24 months or the full period for which called or ordered to active duty.     How well did this answer your question?   100% 75% 50% 25% 0%        Related Answers/FAQs   •  What are the Veteran Non-Service Connected Pension Rates ? •  What if I have another disability not previously claimed? •  What is the Individual Unemployability benefit? •  Compensation & Pension Benefits •  How long will it take to receive a decision on my compensation claim?   Back to Search Results