Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, and Survivors

by Us Department of Veterans Affairs

• ISBN13: 9781510744257
• ISBN10: 1510744258
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-06-09
• Publisher: Skyhorse Pub Co Inc

Summary

An official, up-to-date government manual that covers everything from VA life insurance to survivor benefits.

Veterans of the United States armed forces may be eligible for a broad range of benefits and services provided by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). If you’re looking for information on these benefits and services, look no further than the newest edition of Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, and Survivors.

The VA operates the nation’s largest health-care system, with more than 1,700 care sites available across the country. These sites include hospitals, community clinics, readjustment counseling centers, and more. In this book, those who have honorably served in the active military, naval, or air service will learn about the services offered at these sites, basic eligibility for health care, and more.

Helpful topics described in depth throughout these pages for veterans, their dependents, and their survivors include:

Vocational rehabilitation and employment

VA pensions

Home loan guaranty

Burial and memorial benefits

Transition assistance

Dependents and survivors health care and benefits

Military medals and records

And more

Author Biography

The US Department of Veterans Affairs provides patient care and federal benefits to veterans and their dependents and survivors. Their mission is to fulfill President Lincoln’s promise “to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s veterans.