When a medical condition or disability prevents a Minnesota Veteran or surviving spouse from working at their usual occupation, the Subsistence Assistance program offers a temporary safety net. Administered by MDVA, this benefit helps cover essential costs—including housing, utilities and health insurance premiums—during eligible periods of recovery. View full eligibility requirements and application steps: mn.gov/mdva/resources/familyassistance/financialassistance.jsp #MNVeterans #FinancialAssistance #Veterans #SafetyNet #MDVA