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The Av Connect Program makes information available on the understanding that we are not thereby engaged in rendering professional advice. We will make every reasonable effort to maintain current and accurate information. Users should carefully evaluate the accuracy, currency, completeness and relevance of this information for their purposes before relying on the material. Users should always obtain any appropriate professional advice relevant to their particular circumstances.
A brief view
of payments
Getting the right financial advice is important for Veterans and their families, and it maximises your investment outcomes. Financial plans outlines the necessary steps to ensure you have enough money for your individual goals and future. We recommend that you find a DVA registered advocate to assist you with your payments and also seek financial advice from a suitable qualified financial advisor.
The Veteran payment
The Veteran Payment is a short-term payment made to eligible veterans who:
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have submitted a claim for a mental health condition under either the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act (Defence-related Claims) Act 1988 (DRCA) or the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 (MRCA)
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are unable to work for more than 8 hours a week
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meet the income and assets test
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are under the Age Pension age
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are Australian residents
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are in Australia when they submit their claim for a mental health condition.
You may receive this payment while DVA assesses your claim for a mental health condition.
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Partner payments
Your partner may receive a Veteran Payment of their own. If you are a member of a couple, you will be paid at the couples rate. DVA may pay you at the singles rate if you have to separate due to illness.
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8 STEPS FOR CLAIMING
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Step 1: Obtain your service records to check all injuries or disease that may relate to making a claim https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/service-records
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Step 2: Get your medical practitioner to confirm your diagnosis that is related to your service.
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Step 3: Check what DVA covers you for - injured: prior 1/7/2004 - after 30/06/2004 - Claims for Reservists\- nuclear test or bomb site exposure - certain submarine special operations - cadets and their officers and instructors - F-111 workers
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Step 4: Sign up to the DVA MyService , lodge a paper claim, or seek assistance from an advocate
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Step 5: Lodge/Upload the documents you need with your claim. Make sure you have all the right documents
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Step 6: Check if you are already eligible for free health care and treatment. Provisional access to medical treatment (PAMT)
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Step 7: Check if you are eligible for the Veteran Payment that may include your partner (lodge via MyService)
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Step 8: Consult a financial consultant/adviser to discuss whether an accepted claim best suits your financial future.
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NOTE: An advocate is trained and is bound by privacy and confidentiality to assist you in making a claim - ATDP advocates do not charge fees for lodging a claim
