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The VA does not reduce your VA service connected disability benefits just because you are working and receiving an earned income. Q: Can I receive Social security disability benefits and VA service connected disability benefits? A: Yes, you can. While Social Security Disability does gauge your earned income when determining your SSD benefits, your VA benefits are not considered earned income, and so will not get in the way of your SSD benefits. Q: My spouse, who was in the service and getting benefits from the VA for a service connected disability, has passed away. Can I receive their benefits? A: In some cases, yes, benefits are available for children and spouses who survive a deceased veteran.