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Posted >1 y ago

Thank you so much for joining us. I have some questions about survivor benefits for service disabled veterans who have dependent parents. So first, I found the link below that indicates financial need as an eligibility criterion for a parent to become a disabled veteran's dependent, but it's not clear about what that threshold actually is to qualify. It just says "The parent’s income and net worth meet certain limits, as defined by law." What is the relevant language in this law to determine the financial eligibility threshold? Also, if the disabled veteran passes away before their dependent parents, do those benefits change and if so, over what time period? Thanks so much! https://benefits.va.gov/BENEFITS/factsheets/misc/DependentParent.pdf

DependentParent.pdf

Deon Bell

>1 y

your parents to my understanding are not entitled to anything from the va in order to get assistance from the va only your spouse and minor children qualify for benefits i have never heard of the parents being taken care of i could be wrong contact your local dav

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

if the disabled veteran passes away before their dependent parents

SPC Larry Peterson

Posted >1 y ago

i am checking to see if i am eligible for caregiver service.my wife has dementia and i am looing for assistance if possible.

Deon Bell

>1 y

only if your disabled veteran then she can get champ va but there are no services for her other than that

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

Thank you for your service and your question. The VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) offers 2 programs to support caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare that meet eligibility criteria. The Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) provides peer support mentoring, skills training, coaching, telephone support, online programs and referrals to available resources of caregivers of Veterans. The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) offers enhanced clinical support and services for caregivers of eligible Veterans who have a serious injury or illness and requires in-person, personal care services.

Please contact your local VA Caregiver Support Program or the Caregiver Support Line at [login to see] to learn more about CSP supports and services offered to caregivers of eligible Veterans. Also, please check out the CSP website and CSP fact sheets for additional information.

https://www.caregiver.va.gov
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/PCS_Program_Difference.asp
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_PGCSS_Fact_Sheet.pdf#
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_Eligibility_Criteria_Factsheet.pdf#

FN Robert Hibble

Posted >1 y ago

Please provide access information to this webinar.

PV2 Luis Alvarez

Posted >1 y ago

My husband is a Korea veteran and saw action. He was injured in the shoulder during his service, but not in action. He now also has hearing & memory problems. He feels that filing a claim is wrong & taking advantage of our government benefits for veterans. He is 95 & I know he is entitled to something even if it is only health coverage. He currently is covered by Kaiser, but I can only get him to go once a year. We started the process of going to the VA years ago but did not complete it because they said we made too much money to qualify. Can this be correct? My husband's name is Luis Arrieta Alvarez and he served. in 1950,51 or 52. He was just a private. Our email is [login to see] ad my name is Marcy Phillips Alvarez. Thanking you in advance for your response and attention to this inquiry.

Deon Bell

>1 y

any injury or condition that happened during his service is considered even if it is not a wound from battle but he first has to apply for disability and have evidence this happened during his service ~ medical va records he can get free medical care if he gets approved

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

Thank you for your service and question. We would encourage you to re-apply at https://www.va.gov/health-care/apply/application/introduction or you can call 1-800-MyVA411.

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PO2 James Bowling

Posted >1 y ago

I am a navy vet with asbestos in my lungs.I get a disabilty income will my wife of 40 years get it when I die?

Deon Bell

>1 y

only if you are 100 % total and perm or you die from this condition contact a lawyer about the massive lawsuits for mesothelioma you are entitled to compensation from that law suit

Kathy Willerson

Posted >1 y ago

Can you tell me if you are eligible to get compensated after your loved one passes away?I was the care giver for my dad for 3 years after my mom passed away.My dad was a war veteran of the Korean War.He passed away 7-22-2021 and I have almost had a nervous breakdown trying to settle all this in my mind.

Deon Bell

>1 y

no

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

Thank you for your question. Please see the following link VA Benefits For Spouses, Dependents, Survivors, And Family Caregivers | Veterans Affairs for more information. You can also visit the VA Office of Survivors Assistance at https://www.va.gov/opa/persona/dependent_survivor.asp

VA benefits for spouses, dependents, survivors, and family caregivers | Veterans Affairs

As the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for certain benefits, like health care, life insurance, or money to help pay for school or training. As the survivor of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for added benefits, including help with burial costs and survivor compensation. If you’re caring for a Veteran, you may also be eligible for support to help you better care for the Veteran—and for...

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Posted >1 y ago

! was in the Army Reserves from 1964 through 1970. During Viet Nam conflict. Serving 6 months active duty and 5 1/2 years Reserves. I look into the Vertern cemetery for myself and wife. They're telling me I don't qualify.

Is this correct??

Deon Bell

>1 y

contact your local dav rep it is my understanding that you are entitled to a plot and she can be buried in the same plot with you

COL Les' Melnyk

>1 y

You can learn more about eligibilty for interment in a national cemetery here: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/eligibility/ There is a specific section that addresses Guard & Reserve members. Bottom line, you would have had to been mobilized for active duty other than for training, served your full term of service, and not receive a dishonorable discharge. Your discharge documents need to show the active duty service was not for training.

Sgt Dale Hasman

Posted >1 y ago

Can my spouse be my caregiver and receive benefits?

Deon Bell

>1 y

anyone can be your caregiver but only compensation for that is if you are a post 9/11 veteran with service connected injuries

Sgt Dale Hasman

>1 y

What about Vietnam Era veterans with service connected disabilities?

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

Thank you for your service and your question. The VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) offers 2 programs to support caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare that meet eligibility criteria. The Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) provides peer support mentoring, skills training, coaching, telephone support, online programs and referrals to available resources of caregivers of Veterans. The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) offers enhanced clinical support and services for caregivers of eligible Veterans who have a serious injury or illness and requires in-person, personal care services.

Please contact your local VA Caregiver Support Program or the Caregiver Support Line at [login to see] to learn more about CSP supports and services offered to caregivers of eligible Veterans. Also, please check out the CSP website and CSP fact sheets for additional information.

https://www.caregiver.va.gov
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/PCS_Program_Difference.asp
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_PGCSS_Fact_Sheet.pdf#
https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_Eligibility_Criteria_Factsheet.pdf#

Sgt Daniel Meenan

Posted >1 y ago

I am the disabled vet and also the caregiver for my wife with Alzheimer's. Would I qualify as a caregiver?

Deon Bell

>1 y

no

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

VA's Caregiver Support Program provides services and supports for caregivers of eligible Veterans. If the spouse is a Veteran, they may be eligible for the VA services or the VA Caregiver Support Program. Please visit CSPs website for more information at https://www.caregiver.va.gov If the spouse is a non-veteran, there are a number of community resources that may be able to assist. The Eldercare Locator is a public services of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families. You can reach the Eldercare Locator at reach at [login to see] .

Sgt Daniel Meenan

Posted >1 y ago

i AM THE DISABLED VET AND ALSO THE CAREGIVER FOR MY WIFE WITH ALZIMERS. WOULD I QUALIFY AS A CAREGIVER?

Deon Bell

>1 y

no

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

>1 y

VA's Caregiver Support Program provides services and supports for caregivers of eligible Veterans. If the spouse is a Veteran, they may be eligible for the VA services or the VA Caregiver Support Program. Please visit CSPs website for more information at https://www.caregiver.va.gov If the spouse is a non-veteran, there are a number of community resources that may be able to assist. The Eldercare Locator is a public services of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families. You can reach the Eldercare Locator at reach at [login to see] .

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