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Veteran's Benefits

As a veteran, you have access to a wide ranges of benefits. Unfortunately, in many cases, individuals are only informed about benefits provided at the federal level, overlooking state-level benefits. Our mission is to ensure that you are fully aware of those benefits and can access the comprehensive array of benefits available to you.

CurtisVAHelp has all the available benefits and information you need to be informed on the current changes.

Checklist of Benefits for Disabled Veterans & Survivors

Here's a checklist of benefits determined by your disability rating. It's important to note that various benefits may have additional eligibility criteria. The mention of a particular benefit serves to establish the minimum level of disability required for eligibility (or possible eligibility) for that benefit. Additionally, each higher level of disability encompasses the benefits listed for the preceding levels.

Although the information is dated from 2012, most of the information is still relevant as of now, but be sure to check with a VA representative for any clarity or questions.

Download PDF - Checklist of Benefits for Disabled Veterans and Survivors

Total and Permanent Discharge (TDP)

If you're totally and permanently disabled, you may qualify for a discharge of your federal student loans and/or Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant service obligation.

Here are the following loan types that you can be dischared if you qualify for TPD:

  • William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans
  • Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program loans
  • Federal Perkins Loans
For more information, visit Federal Student Aid to learn more about Total and Permanent Disability Discharge.

Miscellaneous

Here are some benefits based on having certain service connected disabilities (not necessarily a percentage):

VA automobile allowance and adaptive equipment - A one time lump sum pay up to $25,603.02 to help you buy a specially equipped vehicle.

Home Improvement and Structural Alterations Program (HISA) - Up to $6,800 to make medically necessary improvements and structural alterations to Veterans primary residence.

Specially Adapted Housing grant (SAH) - Up to ~$90,000 to buy, build, or change your permanent home (a home you plan to live in for a long time). Grant may be used up to 3 times.

Special Home Adaptation (SHA) grant - ~$18,000 to buy, build, or change your permanent home (a home you plan to live in for a long time). Grant may be used up to 3 times.

Temporary Residence Adaptation (TRA) grant - Living temporarily in a family member’s home that needs changes to meet your needs. (To use a TRA grant, you don't have to own the house).