Understanding VA Benefits

For most veterans, the biggest part of VA benefits is monthly disability compensation. This is tax-free income paid every month based on your VA disability rating, which ranges from 0% to 100%. The higher your rating — and if you have dependents like a spouse or children — the more compensation you may receive. For many veterans, this can mean thousands of extra dollars every month.

But VA benefits go beyond just the monthly check. A service-connected rating can also unlock:

  • Healthcare through the VA for your service-connected conditions.

  • Education benefits like tuition and housing assistance through the GI Bill.

  • Housing support, including VA home loans and grants for adapting a home.

  • Career help, training programs, and job placement assistance.

  • Additional support such as life insurance, state-level perks, and benefits for dependents.

Not every veteran qualifies for every program. Your eligibility depends on your discharge status, length of service, and the VA’s review of your medical evidence.

That’s why preparing your claim the right way matters. At Mission Benefits, we don’t file claims for you — but we coach you step by step, making sure your evidence, statements, and claim are strong and ready for submission.

Disclaimer: Mission Benefits is not affiliated with the VA. We cannot guarantee a specific rating or outcome, as eligibility and decisions are made by the VA.

A table comparing veteran benefits for different family scenarios, with columns for veteran alone, with spouse, with spouse and one parent, with spouse and two parents, with one parent, and with two parents, showing monetary values at various benefit levels.