AusVeteran's FAQ's
Compensation for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from the DVA, much like other conditions, doesn’t come as an ‘average’ payout. Each claim is assessed individually, considering the severity of the PTSD, its impact on the veteran’s daily life, and work capacity and the legislation under which the claim is submitted. For example, a veteran struggling with severe PTSD symptoms that drastically impact their life could be considered to have a higher impairment percentage than a veteran who is able to continue with their regular lifestyle with some adjustments. The compensation payable for PTSD also varies dependent on the legislation under which it is covered.
- Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling: https://www.openarms.gov.au/
- Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA): https://www.dva.gov.au/
- Returned and Services League (RSL): https://www.rsl.org.au/
- Soldier On: https://soldieron.org.au/
- Mates4Mates: https://mates4mates.org/
- Legacy Australia: https://www.legacy.com.au/
- Defence Community Organisation (DCO): http://www.defence.gov.au/DCO/
- Defence Families of Australia (DFA): https://dfa.org.au/
- Young Diggers: https://www.youngdiggers.com.au/
- Lifeline Australia (24/7 Crisis Support): https://www.lifeline.org.au/
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- Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling: https://www.openarms.gov.au/
- Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA): https://www.dva.gov.au/
- Returned and Services League (RSL): https://www.rsl.org.au/
- Soldier On: https://soldieron.org.au/
- Mates4Mates: https://mates4mates.org/
- Legacy Australia: https://www.legacy.com.au/
- Defence Community Organisation (DCO): http://www.defence.gov.au/DCO/
- Defence Families of Australia (DFA): https://dfa.org.au/
- Young Diggers: https://www.youngdiggers.com.au/
- Lifeline Australia (24/7 Crisis Support): https://www.lifeline.org.au/
The calculation of DVA compensation, specifically incapacity payments, is based on the difference between your average earnings (the amount you earned before your injury) and your actual earnings after you became incapable of working due to your condition. If you’re entirely unable to work, you are initially entitled to 100% of your normal earnings. As you return to work and begin to earn income, your compensation payment is progressively reduced until your actual earnings equal your normal earnings. It’s important to note that this calculation is subject to regular reviews and changes based on your work capacity and the legislation in effect. To delve deeper into the calculation of DVA incapacity payments, visit this link.