Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) — How to Claim Housebound & Aid‑and‑Attendance Benefits

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This episode was published on May 27, 2026.

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Many veterans qualify for Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) and never apply because it looks scary or they think it’s only for nursing homes. In this episode Gary walks you step‑by‑step through what SMC actually is, the two common paths most vets use — housebound and Aid & Attendance — and the exact evidence the VA wants: physician statements, ADL (activities of daily living) documentation, durable medical equipment records, and service/VA medical notes. You’ll get the concrete forms to file (VA Form 21‑526EZ for a claim and VA Form 21‑2680 for the medical exam), how to position lay statements, and what language makes C&P exam findings trackable to SMC criteria. No fluff, no mystery — just the practical, kitchen‑table checklist that makes an SMC claim painless and winnable.

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