VA benefits for terminally ill veterans can assure the veteran’s family receives the financial help they need after the veteran passes.
DIC VA Benefits for Widows
Some survivors of deceased veterans are entitled to Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). This article explains VA DIC benefits.
Adding Dependents to Your VA Disability Benefits
Many veterans are eligible for VA benefits for family members. Adding dependents to VA disability can lead to an increase in your monthly checks.
VIDEO: Why Now is a Good Time to File for VA Surviving Spouse Benefits
Now is a good time to file for VA surviving spouse benefits, even if you were denied in the past. VA disability lawyer Zack Evans explains.
VA Disability Survivor Benefits After a Suicide
Is it possible for survivors to get VA benefits after a suicide? Yes, but the benefits aren’t guaranteed. This post explains VA benefits after suicide.
Answers to 10 Common Questions About VA Survivor Benefits
…for VA survivor compensation benefits? 8. How much is DIC for surviving spouses? 9. Is VA DIC a lifetime benefit? 10. Will I lose DIC benefits if I remarry? 1….
What is SBP?
Before 2023, families could not receive full payments from both SBP and DIC benefits due to a now-repealed rule establishing an offset.
9 Things Widows, Widowers, and Other Survivors of Veterans Should Know About DIC Benefits
We share nine things that can help you if you’re a survivor planning to apply for DIC or appeal a DIC decision.
What Families Should Know Before a Veteran’s Death
Surviving spouses and other family of deceased veterans may be eligible for thousands of dollars a month, grief counseling, burial assistance, and more.
The PACT Act is Why Widows of Vietnam Veterans Are Filing for DIC Benefits (Again)
If your late spouse was a Vietnam or Gulf War veteran and had a resulting disability, a new law may mean that the VA owes you money previously denied.
How Disabled Veterans are Able to Get Home Care Services
Did you know that there are alternatives to veteran’s nursing home programs? Veterans can also receive the benefit of home care services.
What Veteran Funeral Benefits Are Available?
The loss of a loved one is a hard time emotionally and practically. The VA provides some services and cash benefits to help surviving spouses with the funeral expenses.
