Survivor benefits are VA-provided financial and support programs available to eligible family members of deceased veterans. These benefits are designed to offer ongoing assistance when a veteran dies due to a service-connected condition or had qualifying VA status at the time of death.
Note: Eligibility depends on factors like the veteran’s disability status, cause of death, and the survivor’s relationship and financial need.
File applications through VA.gov, by mail, or with the help of a VA-accredited representative
Common forms include:
VA Form 21P-534EZ (for DIC or Survivors Pension)
VA Form 22-5490 (for DEA benefits)
VA Form 10-10d (for CHAMPVA)
Note: These are the most common programs; some additional survivor benefits may apply.
Monthly, tax-free payments to eligible survivors when the veteran’s death is service-connected or the veteran was rated totally disabled for a qualifying period before death.
Needs-based monthly benefit for low-income surviving spouses and children of wartime veterans.
Covers education and training costs for eligible spouses and children.
Health coverage for eligible survivors who are not eligible for TRICARE.
At Greene & Marusak, we support surviving spouses, children, and parents in securing the benefits they are entitled to.
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Greene & Marusak focuses on representing veterans and their family members for VA Service-Connected Disability Benefits.
