The Veteran's spouse requires regular aid and assistance to perform activities of daily living due to significant vision impairment, which is considered a need for aid and attendance. The Board has granted special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran’s spouse requires regular aid and assistance to perform activities of daily living due to her significant vision impairment, meeting the criteria set forth in 38 C.F.R. § 3.351(c)(3).
- Claimed conditions
- vision impairment, significant vision impairment
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- March 31, 2020
- Citation
- 20022219
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What this means for you
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