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My husband of 44 years receives 70% service connected VA disability for PTSD. He is also slowly dying from COPD. I am disabled and mobility impaired. Two thirds of our income is from him through SSDI...

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Is PTSD the only disability that? is service-connected?Based on math, are you collecting Social Security?Based on the limited information, a "widow's pension" is a needs-based pension and eligibility...

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Thanks so much for your response. Yes, PTSD is his only SC disability. I'm sure I wouldn't qualify for widow's pension, as I have SSDI income and a small retirement check. Right now, we're paying for...

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Presuming you will be at least 65 and your husband's social security amount is higher than your own SSDI, you will receive the larger amount he was getting on his own. I can't speak to VA benefits....

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The VA probably isn't going to be a great resource for you. I'd suggest you look into your community social services programs. get involved with a senior citizen center to learn information.

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Thanks for your responses. I was hoping that I would qualify for some assistance, maybe via A&A or Housebound. But if I don't, I'm sure I'll get by. I've been poor before, lol. Don't want to ask...

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