How can I determine the Aid and Attendance amount for dependents?

2023-06-14T13:16:44-04:00

I am trying to determine the amount for dependents Aid and attendance. Everything I read says it is $1432 per month. My wife was approved last year for Aid and Attendance but my benefits increased only about $80.00 per month. Can anyone clarify this?

Response by CPT Lawrence Cable made Jun 14 at 2023 2:19 PM

2023-06-14T14:19:43-04:00

Have you subtracted your income before you looked at the rate?
https://www.va.gov/pension/veterans-pension-rates/

2023 VA pension rates for Veterans | Veterans Affairs

Review current VA pension rates for Veterans, including VA Aid and Attendance rates. If you qualify for these benefits, we’ll base your payment amount on the difference between your countable income and a limit that Congress sets (called the Maximum Annual Pension Rate, or MAPR).

Response by SP5 Peter Keane made Jun 14 at 2023 2:48 PM

2023-06-14T14:48:28-04:00

For Pension A&A you must be deceased. For Compensation A&A for spouse, the rate is 185. for 100%