Attention Wartime Veterans
Attention Surviving Spouses
If you meet the VA requirements, you can receive additional monthly income from the VA.
How much can you receive?
→ Up to $1,949 per month (married Veteran)
→ Up to $1,644 per month (single Veteran)
→ Up to $1,056 per month (Surviving Spouse)
What are the Requirements?
Wartime Service Requirements:
- Have honorable active military service
- Be a Veteran (or the Surviving Spouse) who served during a wartime period
Wartime Periods:
Mexican Border Period: May 9, 1916, through April 5, 1917, for veterans who served in Mexico, on its borders or in adjacent waters.
World War I: April 6, 1917, through Nov. 11, 1918; for veterans who served in Russia, April 6, 1917, through April 1, 1920; extended through July 1, 1921, for veterans who had at least one day of service between April 6, 1917, and Nov. 11, 1918.
World War II: Dec. 7, 1941, through Dec. 31, 1946.
Korean War: June 27, 1950, through Jan. 31, 1955.
Vietnam War: Aug. 5, 1964 (Feb. 28, 1961, for veterans who served “in country” before Aug. 5, 1964), through May 7, 1975.
Gulf War: Aug. 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation.
- Medical Requirements: Veteran or Spouse requires assistance to perform two or more Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Examples: monitoring medications bathing, toileting, dressing, walking, etc.
- Financial Requirements: Assets, Income, and Expenses are reviewed on a case-by-case basis because each family’s resources are unique.
Call us today to learn how you can qualify for this additional monthly income!
For more information on your VA pension benefits, contact me at Lake Morton Plaza at: 863-683-1000
Thank you for your service to our country; it’s an honor to serve you.
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