VA Disability Compensation for California Veterans
Tax-free monthly payments for California veterans with service-connected conditions. File or check a claim online, by phone, or with free help from an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
Eligibility
Veterans with a current physical or mental health condition that was caused or made worse by active-duty service, and a discharge that was not dishonorable. Certain conditions — including many covered by the PACT Act — are presumed service-connected, so no proof of the service link is needed.
How to reach them
- Call (800) 827-1000Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. ET
- Serves all of California
Next step
See every California program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: VA.gov, the official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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