How to apply for Pennsylvania Amputee and Paralyzed Veterans' Pension ($150 per Month)

Who it's for

Pennsylvania pays a state pension of $150 per month to veterans who lost — or lost the use of — two or more arms, hands, legs, or feet because of a service-connected injury or disease. The VA must rate the disability at 40% or higher in each affected limb. The veteran must have been a Pennsylvania resident when entering the military and been discharged honorably or under honorable conditions. The pension is paid on top of any federal VA compensation, and there is no income or asset test. Apply through the County Director of Veterans Affairs in the county of residence.

What you'll need

• DD-214 or other military discharge paperwork
• Proof of Pennsylvania residency at entry into the military
• VA decision letter documenting the service-connected loss, or loss of use, of two or more extremities and the per-limb ratings

Where to apply

Step by step

1. Confirm eligibility before applying. The qualifying condition is specific: a service-connected loss, or loss of use, of two or more extremities (arms, hands, legs, or feet), with the VA rating the disability at 40% or higher in each affected limb. The veteran must also have been a Pennsylvania resident when entering the military and must have been discharged honorably or under honorable conditions. Contact your County Director of Veterans Affairs if you are unsure whether your VA-documented condition meets the standard.
2. Gather your required documents: your DD-214 or other military discharge paperwork; proof of Pennsylvania residency at the time of entry into the military; and your VA decision letter documenting the service-connected loss, or loss of use, of two or more extremities along with the per-limb disability ratings.
3. Apply online through the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). The official apply link is provided separately on this page.
4. Submit your completed application along with all required documents as directed during the online application process.
5. Follow up with your County Director of Veterans Affairs if you have questions about your application status or need help confirming your eligibility.

What to expect: After submitting your application, the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) will review your documents and eligibility. Processing times vary, so contact your County Director of Veterans Affairs for an estimate. If approved, you will receive a state pension of $150 per month, paid in addition to any federal VA compensation you already receive — there is no income or asset test. No specific renewal cadence was provided for this program, but keep your contact information and documents current with the DMVA in case they are needed.