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Anyone Getting Additional Comp Amount For Parents?

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iraqx2

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I know there are some mostly young vets living with their parents receiving VA compensation. It is a topic not commonly discussed and I am not sure what the VA policy is to qualify. I now live with my parents and my dad just retired last month. Is it mostly income or the disability of the parents to qualify for the additional amount? Just curious.

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Sorry I can't quote the reg but I don't think the parents income is a problem but I do think to get it they are supposed to live with you?

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Reference: http://www.vba.va.gov/benefit_facts/index.htm#BM6

I think this is what you are looking for:

What Is a Veteran's Dependent Parent Benefit?

A veteran whose parent(s) are dependent upon him/her for financial support may be paid additional benefits. Dependency of a parent is based on need. Both the parental relationship and dependency of the parent must be established for VA to pay.

What Are the Eligibility Criteria?

1. Veteran is in receipt of compensation with a combined evaluation of at least 30 percent, or

2. Veteran is in receipt of VA educational benefits based on enrollment of ½ time or more.

Who Are Eligible Parents?

The term "parent" means a biological father or mother, or adoptive father or mother, or a person (i.e., foster parent, stepparent, etc.) who for a period of not less than one year stood in the relationship of a parent to a veteran at any time before his or her entry into active service.

The term "dependent parent" does not necessarily mean that the parent is not self-supporting. Rather, it means that either:

  • the parent's income and net worth are minimal, or
  • a parent with substantial income or assets has correspondingly high expenses

Why Is the Dependent Parent Benefit Based on Income and Net Worth?

Since the benefit is based on need, VA cannot pay additional benefits for a dependent parent(s) if their countable income is greater than the limit set by law, or whose net worth is sufficient to meet basic needs without assistance from VA. To determine need, the parent(s) must report their income from all sources, such as gross wages, Social Security, retirement, pension, insurance, interest, and dividends for the last 12 months. The parent(s) must also report the current value of all interests, such as annuities, stocks, bonds, businesses, and bank accounts. They do not have to report personal property such as a home, car, furniture, or clothing.

Can Parents' Income Be Reduced? Yes. A portion of medical expenses may be used to reduce countable income for VA. The dependent parent(s) should report the amount of expenses they paid, that were not reimbursed by insurance, for the last 12 months and current month for themselves and for relatives they are under an obligation to support. Expenses for rent (or housing), home repairs, maintenance, clothing, medical care, utilities, groceries, taxes, etc., should also be reported.

How Much Does VA Pay? Please refer to VA Compensation Rate Tables at http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Rates/ for current rates.

How Can You Apply? Fill out VA Form 21-509, Statement of Dependency of Parents, and submit it to your local VA regional office. Call the toll-free number below for information about supporting materials that VA may need to process your claim.

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Thanks for the info and effort Old Sarge! You have been very helpful.

Again, I live with my parents along with my two kids. My dad just recently retired ( but can't collect till for another 3 years ). The only two who are employ is me and my mom ( she has 2 years left ).

I guess I can ask the VA tomorrow when I go to my two appointments.

Regards.

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Thanks for the info and effort Old Sarge! You have been very helpful.

Again, I live with my parents along with my two kids. My dad just recently retired ( but can't collect till for another 3 years ). The only two who are employ is me and my mom ( she has 2 years left ).

I guess I can ask the VA tomorrow when I go to my two appointments.

Regards.

Good luck to you...

Ron

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Iraqx2 good luck let us know what you find out.

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