The Basics

VA Disability Compensation is a tax-free monthly payment you get because you have an injury or disease that is service-connected (it happened while you were on active duty or it was made worse by your active service). You can also get it for a disability that began after your active service ended, if your condition is related to a disability that began during your service, or if it was caused by the circumstances of your military service.

VA Disability Compensation is a program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which gives various benefits to veterans. VA services and benefits are available through a nationwide network of hospitals, outpatient clinics, community living centers, residential rehabilitation treatment programs, Vet Centers, benefits regional offices, and national cemeteries. The VA's Detroit Regional Benefit Office coordinates VA benefits in Michigan.