Learn more about Benefits for Certain Children of Vietnam War Veterans
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (veterans.ny.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Tax-free monthly compensation for children with Spina BifidaBiological children of Veterans who served in Vietnam, Thailand, or the Korean DMZ during specified time frames and are diagnosed with spina bifida, excluding spina bifida occulta.
- Tax-free monthly compensation for children of women who served in VietnamBiological children of women who served in Vietnam between February 28, 1961, and May 7, 1975, for certain medical conditions if conception occurred after the mother entered Vietnam.
- Free representation in disability compensation claims and appealsVietnam War Veterans' children seeking disability compensation claims and appeals.
- Free representation in VA-covered healthcare claims and appealsVietnam War Veterans' children seeking VA-covered healthcare claims and appeals.
- Free representation in vocational rehabilitation claims and appealsVietnam War Veterans' children seeking vocational rehabilitation claims and appeals.
Eligibility
Biological children of Veterans who served in specific locations during the Vietnam War may receive tax-free monthly compensation from the VA if diagnosed with any form of spina bifida, excluding spina bifida occulta. To qualify, conception must have occurred after the parent entered Vietnam, Thailand, or the Korean DMZ within specified time frames. Biological children of women who served in Vietnam between February 28, 1961, and May 7, 1975, may receive tax-free monthly compensation for certain medical conditions.
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (veterans.ny.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Review whether the child fits one of the benefit categories listed on the page: spina bifida or certain congenital conditions for children of women who served in Vietnam.
- Call 1-888-838-7697 to speak to a Veterans Benefits Advisor.
- Make an appointment with a nearby Veterans Benefits Advisor for free representation on disability compensation, VA-covered healthcare, vocational rehabilitation, claims, or appeals.
- You can also schedule a phone or video consultation online or use the site's search to find a Services Office near you.
What to expect
The page says Veterans Benefits Advisors provide free representation for Vietnam War Veterans' children in disability compensation, VA-covered healthcare, and vocational rehabilitation claims and appeals. After you contact them, you can book an appointment with a nearby advisor or schedule a phone or video consultation.
Contact
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Source: New York State Department of Veterans' Services, the official New York state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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