Eligibility to Join the DAV?

Any man or woman, who was wounded, gassed, injured or disabled in the line of duty during time of war, while in the service of either the military or naval forces of the United States of America, and who has not been dishonorably discharged or separated from such service, or who may still be in active service in the armed forces of the United States of America is eligible for membership in the Disabled American Veterans. Others who are disabled while serving with any of the armed forces of any nations associated with the United States of America as allies during any of its war periods, who are American citizens and who are honorably discharged, are also eligible.

Why is Your DAV Membership so Important?

The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) has a mission. Helping eligible veterans receive all the benefits and services they have earned through their sacrifices for their country.

Well over half of all veterans eligible for DAV membership have already joined our ranks. Asked why they joined, members overwhelmingly cite DAV service. Helping disabled veterans and their families is what we do - all we do, and we do it well because you deserve the best.

The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is TOTALLY self-sufficient:

Veterans like the fact that the DAV is not a government agency and receives no government funding. They know the DAV is on their side. That's why more than 200,000 veterans and members of their families seek out professional DAV services every year. These services include help with disability compensation, VA pension, death benefits, VA medical care, Social Security disability benefits, veterans' job programs, and much, much more.

The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is THERE for you:

You can count on DAV service from DAV National Service Officers (NSOs) in 69 offices nationwide when you need help. DAV NSOs are highly trained, professional experts who have undergone the stiffest training program in veterans' affairs. An all-new, high-tech training program is making sure DAV NSOs will remain the best. DAV NSOs also represent more clients than all other veterans' groups combined at the highest level of appeal within the Department of Veterans Affairs. What's more, all services provided by DAV NSOs are free of charge.

The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is YOUR advocate:

With threats to your benefits coming on hot and heavy year after year, you need representation before Congress, the White House, and other government bodies - strong, effective representation. The DAV's legislative specialists in Washington, D.C., are the best in veterans' affairs. But they must be backed up by strength. The strength that comes from numbers. That's why your membership in the DAV is so important.

The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) give you POWER!

One veteran summed up the feelings of so many DAV members in this way: "As one person we can't do very much, but as a group we have power." Disabled veterans know the power of numbers. That's where your membership really counts.

How Does Your DAV Membership Benefit You?

As a DAV Member, in addition to DAV programs and services, members are entitled to a Member Benefits Package, which gives you access to a variety of important programs, products, and services. Also included with your membership is a FREE subscription to DAV Magazine.

What is the DAV's dues structure?

Life membership is permanent. Life membership dues are as follows and may be paid in interest-free installments following a minimum $40.00 down payment.

Age	Amount
80 or older	FREE
71 - 79	$140.00
61 - 70	$180.00
41-60	$230.00
40 or younger	$250.00

BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE CONNECTED DISABLED VETERANS

SERVICE CONNECTED DISABLED VETERANS WITH CURRENT DISABILITY RATINGS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR ADDITIONAL BENEFITS AS OUTLINED BELOW:

DISABILITY RATING OF 0% to 20%

CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY FOR HOME LOAN GUARANTY.

*HOME LOAN GUARANTY FEE EXEMPTION.

*VA MEDICAL TREATMENT CARD

*VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AND COUNSELING UNDER TITLE 38 U.S.C.

CHAPTER 31 ( MUST BE AT LEAST 10%

*SERVICE DISABLED VETERANS' INSURANCE (MAXIMUM OF $10,000.00

COVERAGE), MUST FILE WITHIN TWO YEARS OF DATE OF NEW SERVICE

CONNECTION.

*10 POINT CIVIL SERVICE PREFERENCE (10 POINTS ADDED TO CIVIL SERVICE

TEST SCORE).

*CLOTHING ALLOWANCE FOR VETERANS WHO USE OR WEAR A PROSTHETIC

OR ORTHOPEDIC APPLIANCE ( ARTIFICIAL LIMB, BRACES, WHEELCHAIRS) OR USE PRESCRIBED MEDICATIONS FOR SKIN CONDITION WHICH TEND TO WEAR, TEAR, OR SOIL CLOTHING.

*TEMPORARY TOTAL EVALUATION (100%) BASED ON HOSPITALIZATION FOR A SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY IN EXCESS OF 21 DAYS; OR SURGICAL TREATMENT FOR A SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY NECESSITATING AT LEAST ONE MONTH OF CONVALESCENCE; OR IMMOBILIZATION BY CAST, WITHOUT SURGERY OF ONE OR MORE MAJOR JOINTS.

DISABILITY RATING OF 30% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

*ADDITIONAL ALLOWANCE FOR DEPENDENT SPOUSE, CHILD(REN), STEPCHILD

(REN), HELPLESS CHILD(REN), FULL-TIME STUDENT BETWEEN THE AGES

OF 18 AND 23 AND PARENT(S)

*ADDITIONAL ALLOWANCE FOR SPOUSE WHO IS A PATIENT IN A NURSING HOME

OR HELPLESS OR BLIND OR SO NEARLY HELPLESS OR BLIND AS TO

REQUIRE REGULAR AID AND ATTENDANCE OF ANOTHER PERSON.

DISABILITY RATING OF 40% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

*AUTOMOBILE GRANT AND/OR SPECIAL ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR AN AUTO

MOBILE PROVIDED THERE IS LOSS OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF ONE

OR BOTH FEET. LOSS OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF ONE OR BOTH

HANDS OR PERMANENT IMPAIRED VISION OF BOTH EYES WITH CENTRAL VISUAL ACUITY OF 20/200 OR LESS IN THE BETTER EYE SPECIAL

ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT MAY BE APPLIED FOR IF THERE IS ANKYLOSES

OF ONE OR BOTH KNEES OR ONE OR BOTH HIPS.

DISABILITY RATING OF 50% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

*VA MEDICAL OUTPATIENT TREATMENT FOR ANY CONDITION EXCEPT DENTAL

*PREVENTATIVE HEALTH CARE SERVICES.

*HOSPITAL CARE AND MEDICAL SERVICES IN NON/VA FACILITIES UNDER AN

AUTHORIZED FEE BASIS AGREEMENT.

DISABILITY RATING OF 60% TO 90% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

*INCREASED COMPENSATION (100%) BASED ON INDIVIDUAL UNEMPLOYABILITY

(APPLIES TO VETERANS WHO ARE UNABLE TO OBTAIN OR MAINTAIN

SUBSTANTIAL GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT DUE SOLELY TO THE SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY)

DISABILITY RATINGS OF 100% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE;

*DENTAL TREATMENT

*WAIVER OF NATIONAL SERVICE LIFE INSURANCE PREMIUMS

*NATIONAL SERVICE LIFE INSURANCE TOTAL DISABILITY INCOME PROVISIONS

*VETERANS' EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE FOR SPOUSE IN FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT.

*SPECIAL ADAPTIVE HOUSING FOR VETERANS WHO HAVE :

(1) LOSS OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF BOTH LOWER EXTREMITIES.

(2) BLINDNESS IN BOTH EYES, HAVING LIGHT PERCEPTION ONLY PLUS

LOSS OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF ONE LOWER EXTREMITY OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF ONE UPPER EXTREMITY OR THE

LOSS OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF ONE EXTREMITY TOGETHER

WITH AN ORGANIC DISEASE WHICH AFFECTS THE FUNCTION OF BALANCE

AND PROPULSION AS TO PRECLUDE LOCOMOTION WITH OUT THE AID OF

BRACES, CRUTCHES ,CANES OR WHEELCHAIR.

*SPECIAL HOME ADAPTION GRANT (FOR VETERANS WHO DO NOT QUALITY FOR

SPECIAL ADAPTIVE HOUSING). MAY BE APPLIED FOR IF THE VETERAN IS

PERMANENTLY AND TOTALLY DISABLED DUE TO BLINDNESS IN BOTH EYES WITH VISUAL ACUITY OF 5/200 OR LESS OR THE LOSS OR PERMANENT LOSS OF USE OF BOTH HANDS.

DISABILITY RATING OF 100% PERMANENT

AND TOTAL IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE:

*CIVILIAN HEALTH AND MEDICAL PROGRAM FOR DEPENDENTS AND

SURVIVORS (CHAMPVA)

*SURVIVORS AND DEPENDENTS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE UNDER TITLE

38 U.S.C. Chapter 35.

This outline is intended ONLY AS GENERAL INFORMATION. For specific details regarding eligibility for any of these additional benefits, National Service Officers (at American Legion, Disabled American Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars will be pleased to assist you. When calling or visiting , please provide your VA claim/file number to assist us in providing you the best possible service.

Would you be interested in joining the Disabled American Veterans organization? Please mark your age level below and tell us what you would like us to do. If you would like to volunteer as a DAV 3 Philippines assistant, please contact us.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE CONNECTED DISABLED VETERANS

DISABILITY RATING OF 0% to 20%

DISABILITY RATING OF 30% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

DISABILITY RATING OF 40% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

DISABILITY RATING OF 50% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

DISABILITY RATING OF 60% TO 90% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE:

DISABILITY RATINGS OF 100% IN ADDITION

TO THE ABOVE;

DISABILITY RATING OF 100% PERMANENT

AND TOTAL IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE:

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