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Paralyzed Veterans Pension

Purpose: Provides eligible paralyzed veterans a pension of $150.00 per month.

Veteran’s eligibility criteria:

Served in the military honorably.

Resident of Pennsylvania upon entering the military.

Suffered an injury or disease resulting in the loss or loss of use of two or more extremities (arms/hands or legs/feet).

Veteran must have a 100% permanent and total service-connected disability rating by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Legislation:
Statute: Chapter 77, Title 51
Chapter 77, Title 51 (Increased amount of pension to $150)

Procedures: Chapter 5, Title 43

Where to apply?
Contact the County Veterans Affairs Director in the county you reside to apply for this program.

What documentation is needed to apply?

Need a copy of last military service DD214

Proof of Pennsylvania residency upon entering the military

United States Department of Veterans Affairs disability claim number