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  1. Social Security and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pay disability benefits to eligible people and their qualified dependents. However, the programs, processes, and criteria for receiving benefits are very different. Each agency must follow its own definition and requirements.

  2. Jul 30, 2024 · If a fact sheet is in PDF format, you may download free viewer and reader software to view the fact sheets. Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

  3. The chart below compares VA disability compensation benefits and SSDI benefits. 1. SSDI and VA Disability only. SSA.gov (over) Social Security Disability and Veterans Affairs Disability — How Do They Compare? The VA and SSA work cooperatively to expedite processing of disability claims.

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  4. Social Security benefit amounts are higher among veterans than among nonveterans, even when the sample of nonveterans is restricted to men. The average monthly Social Security benefit for veterans is $1,008 compared with $892 for male nonveterans (see Table 3).

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  5. Connecting Veterans with Social Security Administration (SSA) disability benefits is a critical step to increasing income stability for Veterans and their families, as well as providing health insurance for those who may not qualify for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care.

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  6. Oct 20, 2023 · The Social Security Administration offers two types of disability benefits: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). To be eligible for SSDI, you must have a disability and sufficient work history. For SSI, you must have a disability or blindness and have limited income. You may qualify for both benefits.

  7. Jan 13, 2022 · Since 1957, if you have earnings for active-duty military service or active-duty training, your military service earnings have been covered under Social Security. Since 1988, inactive duty service in the armed forces reserves (such as weekend drills) is also covered by Social Security.

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