What is Assistive Technology under the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)?
DVA benefits include: • Special housing and adaptations to housing. • Automobiles and adaptations to automobiles. • Clothing allowance related to Assistive Technology. • Prosthetic, orthotic, and sensory aids. • Other assistive technologies related to a rehabilitation plan. Who is eligible for DVA benefits? Generally, veterans (men or women) who leave active military service with an honorable or general discharge are eligible for DVA benefits. Active military service means full-time service as a member of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, or as a commissioned officer of the Public Health Service, the Environmental Services Administration, or the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration. Veterans with certain service-connected disabilities are eligible for Assistive Technology and must contact their local offices to determine eligibility and make application. How do I apply for DVA benefits? Those filing with the DVA for the first time must submit a copy of their ser
