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Housebound - Special Monthly Pension (SMP)

Last updated: Jan 20, 2026

Housebound - Special Monthly Pension (SMP) Benefits

Veterans who are Housebound as a result of non-service related condition(s) they may qualify for an increased VA Pension benefit.

Veterans who are Housebound as a result of a service related condition(s), please see our article on Special Monthly Compenstation. Specifically, SMC-S (Housebound).

Eligibility

  • You qualify for VA Pension; AND

  • You spend most of your time in your home because of a permanent disability.

Applying

  • For information on applying click HERE.

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