What are some conflicts that arise from receiving VA benefits?

Qualifying for VA benefits can be a complicated and extensive process due to certain requirements and conflicts with other government programs. Listed below are some rules and guidelines for veterans to follow to receive their benefits:

• Because veterans cannot receive both VA Disability compensation and the VA Aid and Attendance Pension, they will receive the higher of the two programs
• Veterans are able to receive both Aid and Attendance and Veterans Directed Home and Community Based Services
• A surviving spouse of a veteran cannot receive both Dependent Indemnity Compensation (DIC) and a death pension on that veteran. However, the surviving spouse can opt for DIC and qualify for additional assistance of $300 a month.