VA disability benefits don’t affect your SSDI or vice versa; if you qualify for both programs, each will pay the full amount to which you are entitled.

Are VA disability benefits based on income?

SSDI only counts earned income; therefore, VA disability benefits have no effect on entitlement to SSDI. However, SSI is need-based; any contribution from VA disability benefits will count towards income for the month. The income limit for SSI for 2018 is $750 per month.

Can you receive Social Security disability and VA disability at the same time?

An award of VA disability benefits, also known as service-connected disability compensation, is not based on income, so you can receive VA disability compensation and Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) at the same time. It is also possible to receive SSI and VA pension at the same time.

Do you have to be totally disabled to get veterans disability?

You can get veterans disability benefits for your service-connected disability, even if you are only 10% disabled. To receive SSDI benefits, you must be totally disabled and you must have accumulated enough work credits.

What are the benefits of being a spouse of a disabled veteran?

VA Benefits for Spouses of Disabled Veterans. Spouses of disabled veterans may be eligible for VA benefits, such as disability compensation, health care, education and training, employee services, insurance coverage, and survivors’ benefits.

How are spouses of disabled veterans eligible for DIC?

Spouses of disabled veterans are typically eligible for DIC benefits if they were married to the veteran for a period of at least one year immediately prior to the veteran’s death. Some surviving spouses may be eligible for additional monthly DIC benefits in certain situations if any of the following criteria are met:

How much money can you make to claim VA disability?

However, medical expenses may be deducted from the veteran’s income as long as they exceed 5 percent of the respective income limits. Our Veterans Department can help you or a loved one file asbestos-related VA claims and access potential benefits.