Paralyzed Veterans Pension

Purpose: Provides eligible paralyzed veterans a pension of $150.00 per month.

Veteran’s eligibility criteria:

• Served in the military honorably.
• Resident of Pennsylvania upon entering the military.
• Suffered a service-connected injury or disease resulting in the loss or loss of use of two or more extremities (arms/hands or legs/feet).

Legislation:
Statute: Chapter 77, Title 51
Chapter 77, Title 51 (Increased amount of pension to $150)

Procedures: Chapter 5, Title 43

Where to apply?
Contact the County Veterans Affairs Director in the county you reside to apply for this program.

What documentation is needed to apply?

• Need a copy of last military service DD214
• Proof of Pennsylvania residency upon entering the military
• United States Department of Veterans Affairs disability claim number