VA benefits programs

IU

Individual Unemployability — paid at 100% disability rate when service-connected disabilities prevent the veteran from working, even if combined rating is below 100%.

In crisis? Call 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line — 24/7 confidential, federally-operated. Text 838255. Chat at veteranscrisisline.net.

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