VA Benefits for Veterans’ Spouses, Dependents, and Survivors
Family members and dependents of service members and Veterans may be eligible for VA benefits. These benefits may be used to advance in a career, get an education, or provide supplementary income. Surviving spouses may benefit from VA-guaranteed home loans, too.
Explore other VA benefits you may have earned as a spouse, child, or parent of a Veteran or service member by visiting these pages:
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Disability
VA provides monthly benefits to eligible surviving spouses, parents, and dependent children. Click here to find out if you’re eligible.
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Education and training
VA provides education and training opportunities for some eligible spouses, dependents, and survivors. Explore the programs and apply for benefits today.
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Careers and employment
If you’re a spouse, dependent, or survivor looking for career guidance or training to increase your skills, check out VA benefits today.
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Health care
Veterans’ spouses, dependents, and survivors may be eligible for VA health care benefits. Learn more about eligibility and apply for benefits today.
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Housing assistance
VA offers home loan guaranty programs to eligible surviving spouses of Veterans. Learn more about the programs here.
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Life insurance
VA provides life insurance coverage to eligible Veterans and their families. Learn more about eligibility and apply for coverage.
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Burials and memorials
VA offers burial services to spouses, dependents, and survivors. Apply for VA memorial benefits today.
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Pensions
VA offers pension benefits to the survivors of wartime Veterans who meet certain criteria. Learn more about the types of pension support here.