{"id":850,"date":"2024-09-26T15:25:38","date_gmt":"2024-09-26T15:25:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/?p=850"},"modified":"2024-09-26T15:25:38","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T15:25:38","slug":"disabled-veteran","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/","title":{"rendered":"The Disabled Veteran Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_396\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-396\" style=\"width: 381px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-396\" src=\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_127436273-222x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_127436273-222x300.jpg 222w, https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_127436273.jpg 739w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-396\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0The Disabled Veteran Guide<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">For those who served in the U.S.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Armed Forces and emerged with disabilities, civilian life can present distinct challenges.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">&#8220;Disabled veteran&#8221; is a legal term that impacts access to specific benefits and resources designed to help with reintegration and well-being.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Understanding this designation, its associated benefits, and available support systems is crucial for any disabled veteran.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">A &#8220;disabled veteran&#8221; has served in the U.S.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">military\u2014ground, naval, or air service\u2014and is entitled to disability compensation.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">You may also be entitled to compensation if you are not receiving military retired pay for disabilities incurred or exacerbated during service, according to laws administered by the Secretary of<\/span><\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/vetclaimsolutions.com\/va-disability-ratings-for-gynecological-conditions\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Women Veterans<\/span><\/span> <\/a><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Affairs.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">This definition includes anyone discharged or released from active duty due to a service-connected disability.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Disabled Veteran Table of Contents:<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul id=\"main-toc\">\n<li><a href=\"#understandingvadisabilitycompensation\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Understanding VA Disability Compensation<\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#eligibilitycriteriaforvadisabilitycompensation\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Eligibility Criteria for VA Disability Compensation<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#navigatingthevaclaimsprocess\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Navigating the VA Claims Process<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#understandingdisabilityratings\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Understanding Disability Ratings<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#additionalsupportandresources\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Additional Support and Resources<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#theimpactofserviceonmentalhealth\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">The Impact of Service on Mental Health<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#successfultransitionsexamples\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Successful Transitions:<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Examples<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Conclusion<\/span><\/span> <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"understandingvadisabilitycompensation\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Understanding VA Disability Compensation<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">The U.S.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Department of<\/span><\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/vetclaimsolutions.com\/navigating-va-disability-compensation-a-comprehensive-guide\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">VA Disability Compensation<\/span><\/span> <\/a><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">(VA) offers a program that provides monthly, tax-free payments to eligible veterans.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">This compensation aims to offset the impact of service-related disabilities on veterans\u2019 lives.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"eligibilitycriteriaforvadisabilitycompensation\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Eligibility Criteria for VA Disability Compensation<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition<\/span><\/span><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">\u00a0linked to an injury or illness that occurred or worsened during active military service.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Veterans seeking these benefits must file a claim with supporting evidence, such as medical records and service documentation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">You must include this evidence with the claim to substantiate the connection between the current disability and military service.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"navigatingthevaclaimsprocess\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Navigating the VA Claims Process<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">The VA claims process can feel overwhelming.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">However, multiple resources exist to guide veterans through it.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">The VA&#8217;s official website is a treasure trove of information featuring FAQs, fact sheets, and online claim submission options.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">For those who prefer direct contact, the VA benefits hotline (800-827-1000) is available for personalized assistance.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"understandingdisabilityratings\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Understanding Disability Ratings<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Disability ratings are expressed as percentages, ranging from 0% to 100%, in increments of 10%.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Each percentage corresponds to a specific level of impairment and determines the monthly compensation amount a veteran will receive.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">To determine a disability rating, a medical professional reviews a veteran\u2019s medical records and conducts an evaluation.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">They consider factors like the severity of the disability, its impact on daily living activities, and the potential for future complications.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Veterans can check their disability rating, view payment history, and submit supporting documents through the VA website.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">They can also appeal decisions if they disagree with the assigned rating.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"additionalsupportandresources\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Additional Support and Resources<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Beyond financial compensation, disabled veterans have access to a whole support network. These resources<\/span><\/span><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">\u00a0help them navigate various aspects of their lives, including help with finding employment, getting proper healthcare, and adapting to civilian life.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">For example, there are housing grants to accommodate special needs, life insurance specifically tailored to their needs, and assistance with educational and vocational rehabilitation training to learn new skills for civilian careers.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Various veterans organizations provide supportive services.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">For example, the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is an invaluable resource offering claims assistance, transportation services, and connections to various support networks.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Another resource is Patriot Boot Camp, designed to empower veterans transitioning into business through entrepreneurship training.<\/span><\/span> Ways to Give has several helpful links that connect<span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">\u00a0you to essential support, additional resources, and organizations committed to advocating for disabled veterans.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">The<a href=\"https:\/\/vetclaimsolutions.com\/how-to-win-your-tdiu-claim-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Disabled<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vetclaimsolutions.com\/how-to-win-your-tdiu-claim-2\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">\u00a0Veteran<\/span><\/span> <\/a><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">organization works tirelessly to support individuals during these times.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"theimpactofserviceonmentalhealth\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">The Impact of Service on Mental Health<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Many disabled veterans experience mental health challenges as a result of their service, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">These mental health conditions can sometimes be overlooked or minimized because their impacts aren&#8217;t always as evident as physical disabilities.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">PTSD is a mental health condition triggered by a traumatic experience, such as combat or military sexual trauma (MST).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Common symptoms of PTSD include flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, irritability, emotional numbness, difficulty concentrating, and social isolation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">However, mental impairments like PTSD are also considered disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Treatment and supportive services are available for disabled veterans struggling with mental health conditions through VA mental health programs and organizations like the National Center for PTSD and Vet Centers.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/bio\/sabrina-felson\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Sabrina Felson\u00a0<\/a>can be reached at that link to contact a specialist.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">These programs and organizations offer comprehensive services, including therapy, medication management, and peer support groups.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Mental health is just as critical as physical health.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Addressing any mental health issues ensures a smoother transition to civilian life and helps to improve a veteran&#8217;s overall well-being.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Another great place to reach out about mental health needs is the<\/span><\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/neurowellnessspa.com\/about\/care-team\/dr-alexa-hall-md\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Veterans Affairs Boston Healthcare System,<\/span><\/span> <\/a><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">where you can connect with professionals.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Seeking help and learning about available resources are signs of strength, demonstrating a commitment to health and self-care.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"successfultransitionsexamples\"><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Successful Transitions:<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Examples<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">There are countless inspiring stories of disabled veterans making remarkable transitions to civilian life, using their military skills, resilience, and determination to excel in diverse fields.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">For example, many veterans have started successful businesses, become community leaders, and made a real difference in their communities.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">These stories exemplify the indomitable spirit of disabled veterans and highlight their contributions to society.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"tooltip-anchor relative\"><span class=\"highlight-item editor-bg-green \">Their perseverance motivates and encourages everyone.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many disabled veterans experience mental health challenges as a result of their service, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These mental health conditions can sometimes be overlooked or minimized because their impacts aren&#8217;t always as evident as physical disabilities. PTSD is a mental health condition triggered by a traumatic experience, such as combat or military sexual trauma (MST).  Common symptoms of PTSD include flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, irritability, emotional numbness, difficulty concentrating, and social isolation.  However, mental impairments like PTSD are also considered disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Treatment and supportive services are available for disabled veterans struggling with mental health conditions through VA mental health programs and organizations like the National Center for PTSD and Vet Centers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-850","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","category-us-military"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>The Disabled Veteran Guide - US Army<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition\u00a0linked to an injury or illness.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The Disabled Veteran Guide - US Army\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition\u00a0linked to an injury or illness.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"US Army\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_127436273-222x300.jpg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"larryf\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"larryf\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"5 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"larryf\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6f312920475a56e53af8553a9681a89e\"},\"headline\":\"The Disabled Veteran Guide\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\"},\"wordCount\":889,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#organization\"},\"articleSection\":{\"1\":\"US Military\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\",\"name\":\"The Disabled Veteran Guide - US Army\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00\",\"description\":\"To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition\u00a0linked to an injury or illness.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"The Disabled Veteran Guide\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/\",\"name\":\"US Army\",\"description\":\"\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#organization\",\"name\":\"US Army\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Black-logo-no-background.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Black-logo-no-background.png\",\"width\":3172,\"height\":1682,\"caption\":\"US Army\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6f312920475a56e53af8553a9681a89e\",\"name\":\"larryf\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0f84945f91959c99c1ea18db48cb5bf0?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0f84945f91959c99c1ea18db48cb5bf0?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"larryf\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/author\/larryf\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"The Disabled Veteran Guide - US Army","description":"To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition\u00a0linked to an injury or illness.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"The Disabled Veteran Guide - US Army","og_description":"To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition\u00a0linked to an injury or illness.","og_url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/","og_site_name":"US Army","article_published_time":"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00","og_image":[{"url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_127436273-222x300.jpg"}],"author":"larryf","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"larryf","Est. reading time":"5 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/"},"author":{"name":"larryf","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6f312920475a56e53af8553a9681a89e"},"headline":"The Disabled Veteran Guide","datePublished":"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00","dateModified":"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/"},"wordCount":889,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#organization"},"articleSection":{"1":"US Military"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/","url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/","name":"The Disabled Veteran Guide - US Army","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#website"},"datePublished":"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00","dateModified":"2024-09-26T15:25:38+00:00","description":"To qualify for VA compensation, the veteran must have a medically diagnosed condition\u00a0linked to an injury or illness.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/"]}]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/disabled-veteran\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The Disabled Veteran Guide"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/","name":"US Army","description":"","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#organization","name":"US Army","url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Black-logo-no-background.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Black-logo-no-background.png","width":3172,"height":1682,"caption":"US Army"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6f312920475a56e53af8553a9681a89e","name":"larryf","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0f84945f91959c99c1ea18db48cb5bf0?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0f84945f91959c99c1ea18db48cb5bf0?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"larryf"},"url":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/blog\/author\/larryf\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/850"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=850"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/850\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":851,"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/850\/revisions\/851"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=850"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=850"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usarmy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=850"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}