Can I Qualify for VA Unemployability Over 65? | Hill & Ponton, P.A.

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Absolutely, age doesn’t determine your right to IU benefits, regardless if you’re a veteran, retired or otherwise.

Here’s everything you need to know.

Are You the Right Age for TDIU? (Video)

Eligibility Criteria

If you have a single disability rated at 60% or more, and can’t work due to that disability, you can apply for IU.
If you have multiple disabilities with a combined rating of 70% or more, where at least one of them has a 40% rating, and can’t work because of these disabilities, you qualify.

Retirement Age Doesn’t Matter

The VA might suggest that since you’re retirement age (65 or older), you can’t claim IU benefits.

This is not true! Even if you took early retirement, it doesn’t disqualify you from Individual Unemployability.

Learn more about TDIU and the benefits you can receive in our guide below.

Job History

You don’t need to prove you quit working due to your disabilities.

The thing that matters is that you cannot work now because of them.

Your age or retirement status shouldn’t stop you from claiming the IU benefits you’ve earned. If you’re unsure or need guidance, reach out to us. Let’s ensure you get what you’re entitled to. Contact us today for assistance.

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Claire Szewczyk

Claire Szewczyk is a Digital Content Coordinator for Hill & Ponton, PA in Florida. She was a former US Airforce civilian employee, who worked at Hill Air Force Base, in Layton, UT as a flight testing administrator. She has also spent several years working with the Department of Veterans Affairs audiology programs in Salt Lake City, UT and Pocatello, ID. She enjoys working with the Veteran population and keeping them up to date with information they need the most.

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