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Aid and Attendance

Aid and Attendance (A&A) is a specific qualifying condition within the Veterans Affairs Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) framework

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Jan 18, 2026
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How does Aid and Attendance differ from SMC and how is it applied?

Aid and Attendance (A&A) is a specific qualifying condition within the Veterans Affairs Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) framework that pays extra, tax‑free money when a veteran (or spouse/surviving...