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Automobile Allowance and Adaptive Equipment

Department of Veterans Affairs · Federal

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Why BRIDGE identified this

Flagged because your rating includes mobility-related conditions.

What it is

A one-time allowance toward the purchase of a vehicle, plus adaptive equipment grants, for veterans with certain service-connected conditions.

Who it may be for

James (veteran)

What it may provide

  • One-time payment toward a specially equipped vehicle
  • Adaptive equipment such as hand controls or lifts

Important limitations

  • Only specific service-connected losses or impairments qualify
  • The vehicle allowance is generally payable once in a lifetime

How it works with other benefits

Separate from VA Health Care prosthetics services, though both may apply.

Related benefits

Official resources

va.gov — Automobile Allowance

Eligibility for government benefits is determined by the applicable agency, not by BRIDGE.

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