Veterans Benefit Publications

Please note: Michael J. Young is not accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and does not help prepare, present or file VA benefit claims. This article is general information written in 2019, and VA rules have changed since. For help with a VA claim, contact a VA-accredited attorney, claims agent or veterans service organization: va.gov/ogc/apps/accreditation

Written by California Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorney Michael J. Young

Veteran’s Benefits


The Nuts and Bolts Guide to Veteran’s Benefits

An introductory tour of the Special Monthly Pension available for wartime veterans and/or survivor spouses who are age 65 or older OR permanently and totally disabled. Revised February, 2008


Secret Dollars: Veteran Benefit for Long-Term Care Revealed

Secretary Nicholson of the Department of Veterans Affairs, recently reported that the VA is reaching out to veterans and spouses to alert them to an under used benefit called “Aid and Attendance” (A and A).


Non-Service-Connected Pension

A.K.A. – Aid & Attendance


Basic Eligibility for VA Pension

Revised March 5, 2008