Mass Vet Benefit Calculator

Cash assistance for veterans and their dependents

Financial benefits are available to low-income Massachusetts veterans.

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About The Calculator

The Massachusetts Veteran Benefit Calculator helps Massachusetts residents who have served in the military quickly and easily determine if they may be eligible for financial assistance through a state program known as Chapter 115 benefits. By completing this calculator, low-income veterans, along with their dependents and survivors, can find out if they qualify for monthly cash assistance and get information about these benefits earned through their service.

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Chapter 115

The Chapter 115 benefits program provides cash assistance based on need. Payments may be one-time or ongoing. Chapter 115 is a program of the Massachusetts Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) in partnership with Veteran’s Service Officers (VSOs) in every town across the state.

Access our Chapter 115 Self-Help Guide here

Learn more about Chapter 115 Benefits here 

COVID Update on Chapter 115

Massachusetts is still processing Chapter 115 claims during this crisis. Although there may be some changes in the way the program is administered, veterans, their dependents, and survivors with financial needs are strongly encouraged to apply for these benefits at this time.

Click here for more information on COVID and Chapter 115 

More Questions?

If you have any questions about the Mass Veteran Benefit Calculator, please reach out to massvetben@law.harvard.edu.

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