If a Veteran becomes wounded or injured or becomes sick as a result of their military service, they may be entitled to VA disability compensation. This is a tax-free monthly payment from the Department of Veterans Affairs related to service connected disabilities. If it is determined that the Veteran has a compensable service connected condition, or multiple conditions, they will assign a disability rating between 0% and 100%.

Additionally, a 100 percent service-connected disabled Veteran may be eligible for several benefits for spouses through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These programs help ease some of the burdens placed on Veteran families.

What does this mean? If you are a spouse, you need to know what VA benefits you qualify for and how to apply for them.