In addition to a monthly compensation stipend for your disability, assuming your disability is determined to be at least 10% disabling, the Department provides vocational rehabilitation and employment for disabled veterans. These services include job search assistance and various training programs, all at no cost to veterans who are eligible. Generally, a veteran will have 12 years from the time they are notified that they have at least a 10% disability to receive vocational services.
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