Family & Survivor Path
Supporting military families with the benefits and resources you've earned through service and sacrifice.
Support for Every Stage of Your Journey
Whether you're a military spouse, dependent child, or surviving family member, there are benefits designed specifically for you.
Spouses & Dependents
You play a critical role in your veteran's success. Access benefits that support your education, career, and well-being.
- ✓Transferred GI Bill for education
- ✓CHAMPVA healthcare coverage
- ✓Caregiver support programs
- ✓Home loan eligibility
Surviving Spouses & Children
Honor your loved one's service by claiming the benefits they earned for you and your family.
- ✓Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
- ✓Survivors' Pension (wartime service)
- ✓Fry Scholarship for children
- ✓VA home loan guarantee
Education Benefits for Families
Your service member's sacrifice can open doors to education for the entire family.
Available Programs:
- • Post-9/11 GI Bill Transfer
- • Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA)
- • Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship
- • Scholarships for Military Children
Family Healthcare Coverage
Access full healthcare coverage through VA-sponsored programs designed for military families.
- ✓CHAMPVA (Civilian Health and Medical Program)
- ✓Spina Bifida Health Care Program
- ✓Children of Women Vietnam Veterans
- ✓Camp Lejeune Family Member Program
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Are You a Surviving Spouse or Dependent?
If your veteran has passed away, you may be eligible for monthly compensation, burial benefits, education assistance, and healthcare coverage. These benefits honor their service and sacrifice.
Survivor Benefits Include:
Dependency & Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
Monthly, tax-free payments (no income limits)
Survivors Pension
Needs-based support for wartime survivors
Burial & Memorial Benefits
National cemetery, headstones, flags
Education & Housing
Fry Scholarship, home loan guarantee, CHAMPVA
Support for Family Caregivers
Caring for a veteran with disabilities? You're not alone—and there are benefits to help.
Program of Comprehensive Assistance (PCAFC)
For caregivers of veterans injured on or after 9/11/2001.
- ✓Monthly stipend
- ✓Healthcare coverage
- ✓Mental health counseling
- ✓Respite care
Program of General Caregiver Support
For caregivers of veterans from all eras.
- ✓Caregiver training
- ✓Peer support groups
- ✓Respite care services
- ✓VA Caregiver Support Line
Additional Support
Beyond VA programs, explore:
- ✓Elizabeth Dole Foundation
- ✓Wounded Warrior Project
- ✓Fisher House Foundation
- ✓Hidden Heroes Campaign
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Survivor Benefits
DIC, Survivors Pension, burial benefits, and support for surviving families.
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CHAMPVA, TRICARE, and dependent healthcare options.
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Transferred GI Bill, DEA, and scholarship opportunities for dependents.
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Home loans, grants, and financial support programs for families.
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Free calculators and planning resources for families.
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Educational resources and guides for military families.
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