What kind of compensation do veterans get for aid and attendance?

One form of Special Monthly Compensation is SMC(l) – that’s a little “L”, not a “1” – and it is available to Veterans whose service-connected disability creates a need for aid and attendance.

What is the VA special monthly compensation rate?

VA special monthly compensation (SMC) is a higher rate of compensation that we pay to Veterans as well as their spouses, surviving spouses, and parents with certain needs or disabilities. Find the 2021 special monthly compensation rates that may apply to you. Levels K and Q are special rates called SMC rate payment variations.

How are aid and attendance ( a & a ) benefits paid?

A&A benefits are paid to veterans, their dependents, or survivors at rates higher than standard VA pension or VA disability compensation. These benefits fall under programs referred to as Enhanced Pensions and Special Monthly Compensation (SMC); you may not receive both an Enhanced Pension and Special Monthly Compensation, you must choose one.

When does a spouse qualify for VA aid and attendance?

If you are service connected at 30% or higher, and your spouse is in need of VA aid and attendance benefits for the spouse’s own disability, then you may qualify for an increased amount of compensation.

What is Veterans Affairs special monthly compensation?

Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) is additional compensation a veteran receives because the VA recognizes that certain conditions require greater compensation. Special compensation includes compensation based on: Loss or loss of use of a hand or foot. Loss of sight or hearing.

What are the qualifications for aid and attendance?

Military service is classified as either peacetime or wartime service. To qualify for Aid and Attendance, a veteran must have served a minimum of 90 day with at least one of those days taking place during wartime.

How much is aid and attendance benefit?

Receive up to $2,984 monthly with the Aid and Attendance Benefit. The Aid & Attendance Benefit provides benefits for war era veterans and their surviving spouses who require the regular attendance of another person to assist in at least two of the daily activities of living such as eating, bathing, dressing and undressing, transferring and the needs of nature.

What is VA SMC’s?

Special Monthly Compensation or SMC is extra compensation for disabled veterans, which is paid in addition to standard VA disability compensation. SMC is for veterans who have incurred the loss or loss of use of specific organs or extremities.