VA Spousal Benefits | How Much Can You Receive?

[@victorias7987]

Hill and Ponton do a much better job explaining this. The widow does not receive the same amount that the veteran had been receiving in disability compensation. The widow will receive DIC (Dependents and Indemnity Compensation) payment which is significantly lower. For example, the 2023 rate for 100% veteran with a spouse is a monthly disability payment of $3823. The projected DIC payment for 2023 is only about $1563, that's less than half of what the veteran was receiving when he/she was alive.

[@barbaraking5371]

My husband pSze My husband passex awah several years ago as a result of cancer! This was the result of his serving in the ar! I never filed for spousal benefitz because i wasn''t aware that i was eligible for them! I don''t know if it is too late to check into it but after reading your NM information I think I was entitled to spousal benefits! I can prove everything you ask for but I think I am way too late too file! I can prove our marriage date and the date of his xeath@ Also I bave my divorce certificate crom .y prior marriage! K feel that I am several years to think of filing and would appreciate your help!

[@brendamurphy7396]

Why does the VA said that I couldn't get his because I made to much income which was my ss . They said I could only make 900.00 a month. That's how much my rent is.

[@DOCZLA1969]

what if you have been seperated for 10yrs and your va compensation is based on you being single with no dependants...are they entitled to any thing then?

[@juliocarral38]

Thank you so much for your simple explanation. This guy put me to sleep..... Twice!!!

[@angelamorris9507]

@@barbaraking5371 You should apply. Get a VSO to help you or you can go to the regional office.

[@donbrown599]

Thank you for a great video, it helps. I am 100% P&T service connected Vietnam vet and I worry about my wife if pass first.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Glad it was helpful! For service-connected deaths that occurred on or after January 1, 1993, DIC payments to all surviving spouses start at a monthly base amount set by statute, and increase in accordance with the same annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) awarded to Social Security beneficiaries. Since December 1, 2020, this monthly amount has been $1,357.56.

[@alvinbailey5167]

Thanks for your information and breakdown. I having a hard time understanding a few things will be contacting you soon.

As of 01/01/24 there is a Bill working it's way through the US Senate that will reduce to 5 years the couple must have been married before the surviving Spouse can apply. Also the monthly amount to the spouse will be increased considerably. It's called the "Caring for Survivors act of 2023".

[@teresagreen5375]

Thank you so much for this information. God bless you 🙏

[@jacquelineashby3411]

My husband is 100% disabled veteran and we have been together for 48 years, I worry all the time God forbid something happens to him, I am retired and only receive SS I couldn't survive on that, any advice you could give will be great!

[@vtxdaryl]

In Florida I was told the Veteran has to be 100% and married for 10 years. Someone is wrong.

[@jmarie4056]

If your husband is 100%, it really depends on whether it's only Service Connected. If however, he's "War-Time" veteran, and is getting that 100%, due to war, AND he does from that injury, then you are definitely entitled to around $1,300/month, or whatever the rate is at the time of death, for "Survivor's" Benefits. Plus, as a "War-Time" Survivor, you'll qualify for a lot of other benefits, like Home care, loans, nursing home. Do your research, seek answers from various agencies, not just one place. Good Luck. Thank you, and all your Veterans for your service to our Country! 🇺🇸

[@lady4dogs1]

I’m right with you I’m scared. We are in our sixties he is very sick. What are the steps I need to do I’m trying to get all the papers together from all his divorces as we speak. I’m trying to get all other’s papers together that we are needing to help speed anything along that I can I’m hearing it taken take up to a year to get benefits from the VA for spousal support. I can’t survive without anything plus if something happens to him praise God he’s alive now it’s gonna take a while to get Social Security and even that it’s only a fraction, I gave up working over 10 years ago because of his heart and his emotional issues. I’m praying I don’t lose my home and my car hoping I can pay electric bills I know I’m not gonna be able to have home insurance because in Texas that’s six $8000 for my little home plus my pets and myself I have to have insurance and I have to be able to take care of my pets I don’t want to lose them so that’s veterans spouses are in a pickle I was talking to the VA regional office trying to get ahead of it to be ready and they told me they won’t even talk to me or him regarding any situation until he is gone. That is crazy.

[@lady4dogs1]

What about any new laws 2023

[@lady4dogs1]

Is the spouse of the veteran required to pay taxes on the money she receives? Is it tax free like the veterans was?

[@rogerbenn3142]

Thank you so much for your help with this matter and I didn't know about the DIC program

[@claytondoan5712]

My Precious Dad past away on 10/23/21 at the VA hospital in Lexington Ky. He was 100% disabled and my Mom only receives 50 % of what my Dad got monthly.

[@eliwhidbee4764]

😅... Moo No🎉 no CT

[@claytondoan5712]

@@eliwhidbee4764 ????

[@Lgarell60]

Great Information My Friend Thank You

[@stacyhicks6244]

I am 100% and so is my husband, how would this work for us?

[@SuzanneGladfelter]

Thank you for the information, it answered a lot of my questions.

[@ianpatrick23]

Thank you for the explanation

[@tammybennett9763]

I only draw 945 a month are my benifits supposed to be higher my husband was in the marine s

[@cskiles318]

What is d i c mean? I appreciate great info. So many ppl don’t think about these things til it’s right in our face. We been married 30 yrs. Last 5 I have been full time care giver. And glad to do it. But here we are. So broken and don’t know where to begin. Thank you . I know my husband is d i c I heard palliative care say it.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Disability Indemnity Compensation paid to spouses of deceased veterans and dependents. Your husband is VA Compensation

[@wendelldawsjustagreatinfop1180]

great information thanks

[@karenstarkman4597]

I’m a veteran rated at 100 percent with a SMC that pays 600$ what would my wife of 23 years receive per month

[@sharonjackson8222]

I Thank U for this info I am having a problem with the VA I sent in my paperwork for My DIC And Now they are asking for more info my husband is deceased and I have less than 20 days to get help for this paperwork.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

You are very welcome.

[@kaliwudiga]

It was alot of good info , Thanks

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Glad it was helpful!

[@susansteward3175]

You stated as a surviving spouse you get a 100% of the veterans pension. I lost my spouse in Feb. he is the veteran. I receive DIC but it is not a 100% of what my husband is receiving. I receive the standard allotment plus an additional amount because he was a 100% disable due to Agent Orange 8 years before he passed. A little confusing compared to your statement.

[@jmarie4056]

Hi Susan, I take it your Beloved Veteran is Vietnam War era. Survivors only get a portion, better than nothing, I guess. However, the good news for you is, as a War-Time veteran surviving spouse, you get more benefits than those who's veteran didn't go to war, and retired. You qualify for Home care, Nursing home, if needed, and VA takes care of it. You keep your access to commissary, Exchange, etc. You can use the home loan. Happy New Year.

[@jmarie4056]

p.s. Go to your County VA, or any local VA, sit with them and go over all your qualifications. Also, if you need someone, like a family member to care for you, as a War-Time survivor, the VA pays for that person, maybe $300/month. Your house can be adapted to your needs, should you need Handicap assistance. So much benefits, as a War-Time survivor.

[@sparta9472]

@@jmarie4056 i take care of my mom who is a vietnam vet 100% disabled war time veteran surviving spouse .. i have been trying to figure out how i can get paid to care for her because i had to quit my job to care for her .. how do i get paid for that

[@skyking1328]

Thank you for the information !

[@johndsmith-gv8zh]

Great job

[@DeejDoyle]

My husband is 100% disabled will I receive benefits if and when he passes an how much would I receive

[@nenengando6027]

Thank you so much for the info. God Bless!

[@boomerps2]

I do believe if you are 100% P&T, held the 100% P&T rating for at least 10yrs the vet can die of NON VA related causes, the spouse is eligible for DIC benefits

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Becuase your rating was P&T you are correct

[@Criquette-df8tv]

I love Stan & his two sense 🐔

[@CherylRice-pd7kp]

I have some questions but don’t know how or who to talk too ??

Check out the "Caring for Survivors Act" that is currently working it's way through committee in the US Senate. 5 years instead of 10 and a large increase in the amount. Even the existing benefit to the surviving Spouse is NOT predicated on the Veteran having died from the disability he/she is rated for.

[@barbaramelchert8621]

I have been fighting the VA for 4 yrs for benefits. My late husband committed suicide . He was in the navy for 4 yts on the USS Bryce Cannon which was full of Asbestos. He had a spot on his lung which showed up at time of discharge. His health deterated. With that said, i got a denial in thr mail yesterday now to get all previous marriage information. Im glad you said divorce papers. It said in my favor he qualified for the time in war but i would possibly qualify for spouse bemefits. Can you give me some advice?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I think we can can you call my office tomorrow and make a telephone appointment for next week? 229-226-8183

[@RXM73]

Does the VA recognize religious marriages for spousal benefits? Specifically, the couple was married by an ordained minister, in a church /wedding venue witnessed by 160 guests? What documentation is required to include in the DIC application? Would a written statement from the ordained minister, witnesses in attendance and wedding venue suffice?

[@normaward7804]

I am the widow of a World War 2 veteran. I have applied and always get turned down. He did not have any military service disability

[@CherylRice-pd7kp]

My husband was 100 percent disabled and he was honorably discharged for the army on a medical discharge! When he passed in 2020 if I remember correctly we were bringing home over 3000.00 dollars I did not get his total disability income of what he was making at the time, I also get DIC , plus I get his SS benefit (a portion) I don’t understand why I feel I did not get what I was intidaled to, it’s confusing and I did question it but I was told the women who helped me no longer worked there she was let go and now it’s too late there is nothing I can do! Is this true??? I have a tuff time , can’t afford to pay rent anywhere, lost my house, now live in a tiny room at my daughter’s house!! Who do I talk to about what I revive from the VA and if it’s really what I was supposed to receive? Thank you

[@marilynbills]

I would like to know if the surviving spouse of a veteran (100% permenent) is eligible for caregiver support if needed?

[@walternichols3998]

What is DIC benefits.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

DIC is disability indemnity compensation for spouses and dependents. Compensation is for Veterans

[@scott609]

My spouse is receiving 100% disability payments while rated at 60%. They are part of that group that is considered unemployable so they are paid at a higher rate. Is that counted the same as 100% disability when it comes to spousal benefits?

[@gimpygardner3377]

My question is the same. I'm 80% with IU (Individual Unemployability) and paid at the 100% rate. From reading the comments, it looks like the surviving spouse gets a little less than 50%.

[@mahoney399]

I am 100% P&T Disabled. I am in Domestic Partnership with a Lady here in NY . Would this cover here for VA Benefits.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I am not sure if NY covers common law marriage, talk with a NY attorney

[@marniebrindley]

My husband’s military service was during dates of peacetime. What can I do to receive the widow’s benefit?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

When did your husband pass? Also, do you have his dates of service?

[@av8r6969]

Please make a video for someone living abroad (Philippines in my case)? I'm a Roman Catholic, so I chose to be married in a church with my wife now (3 young children). That said, I have proof of my previous divorce (married by Justice of the Peace). Thank you very much!🙏😀🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I will make a future video Thank you

[@therese6447]

If your spouse passes before you and you are a disabled vet can you give your benefit to your children when you pass?

[@jmarie4056]

I believe only if the children are Minors, and only if you're 100% disabled

[@maryramsey714]

A statement was made during this presentation that a veteran with 100% disability who is deceased a surviving spouse would receive 100% of DIC. I recently was notified that I will be getting a lesser amount of approx. 50% of my husbands monthly VA disability benefit starting 11-1-2022. Is this percentage correct? I an eligible as is evident that I am receiving a DIC. Another question, with the COLA increase in 01-01 2023 will my DIC increase based on the COLA increase? Look forward to your responses.

[@lydialostaunau79]

Thank you

[@marycottrell1574]

My husband was 100%disabled. He passed away Feb. 4th last year. His death was not army related he was 91 year the Rep. Said I am entitle to 500. Dollars a month Thats a slap in thr face

[@dwightscott3643]

My husband just died he was a hundred % service related where will I find forms thank you

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Check with your local VSO

[@peterkempenich1775]

Does the serving spouse receive any benefits if a veteran has an 80% rating?

[@jeffcarinda1719]

Confusing for sure. Is a surviving spouse entitled to the same amount of monthly payment as the veteran was receiving? Veteran was 100% P&T service connected.

[@lizetteemlynrosalez2383]

Can the widow of a retired veteran retired or non active duty veteran receive spousal benefit?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

We sure can call my office 229-226-8183 and speak with Betsey or Sharon and they will set you up with a telephone conference. I look forward to speaking with you

[@coinsbyopal3449]

You have to be married at least ten yrs living in same house hold it's like ss survivers only get part of the benefits

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Thanks for your comment

[@richardmehrer6637]

Does DIC only apply to 100% disability?

[@randyreneau2086]

I am 100% service connected got it over ten years ago. How much will my wife get if I kick the bucket marry 42 years

[@navyvet9196]

Va.gov u can find your answers

[@drfranke]

Good video! ty

[@bradfordduarte1269]

What if the veteran has been living in a foreign country for 17 years and is married to a woman from that country? Does his wife get his disability benefits?

[@SpaceRanger187]

Shouldnt matter..I would assume he needs to do the paper work so she becomes a us citizen.i would think it will.makethe process easier but idk for sure..she should still get paid regardless

[@JenMarie-q2s]

Hey I'm getting pension and I don't get that much I don't even get enough to live on how do I get them to raise it?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I am going to guess that they are reducing your pension becuase you don't have enough unreimbursed medcial expenses. Give us a call 229-226-8183. Thanks

[@harrellmorlan6817]

The VA just cut off my pension back in March 2023 because I started drawing SS Benefits. They also claim I owe them $67,000.00 because my SS started 4 years earlier.

[@jnaekoa3511]

I dont understand why the entitlement decreases so much for the spouse after leaving a career caring for a disabled vet FT (going on 15 yrs now)

[@sheila5621]

What if spouse only gets 10% rating?

[@RichardHatton-e3s]

Hello. Thanks, but you never explained with "DIC" is.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Compensation is money paid to a Veteran for his/her disability. DIC is Disability Indemnity Compensation paid to a spouse or dependent of a deceased Vet. I apologize

[@lisaj2517]

What does DIC? Who in North Carolina do you contact to apply?

[@sherylwalls2569]

Your local or nearest Veterans Hospital. Your Congressman/Congresswoman's office can give you contact information. Also, go online to Veterans Administration- there will be information for everything. DIC stands for Dependents and Indemnity Compensation.

[@rolandagonzales6189]

Goodday! My husband a ww11 veteran died last jan.26 2021 .he was rated 100% disabled las dec,13,2012.we are married 51 years ago before he died.va said he did not reach the 10 yrs.requirement of receiving the DIC only 9 yrs. and 13 days so im not qualified,

[@FoxNewsNewYork]

That's terrible, but I think VA is correct.

[@joycecaggianohamilton2467]

check the rating in Dec. You need to know the date he applied I believe your good for benefits. Check with VA ask the date he applied not the day he got it.

[@deborahelliott3826]

I receive DIC. I don't get 19. or 24. Mine is added to mine and spouses social security toward my income. I'm disabled. Will be 67 and need attendant care. I'd like to know who I speak with for this? Thank you.

[@jimthomson3551]

Question I am receiving 100% rated at 80 have been for the last 7 yrs my wife of 53 yrs is asking me what happens when I go does she get my va compensation or does she have to sign up? Or can I fill out whatever paperwork that needs to be done?

[@jmarie4056]

I'm guessing you're a "War Time" Veteran, Thank you for your service, sir. I've helped many veteran, surviving dependents and various levels of percentages. War Time Veterans and their surviving spouse gets great benefits, including home aid for spouse, if needed. Life Insurance is automatically 10k, and can get additional amounts with deductions. In the even you pass before your wife, she will receive Survivor's compensation of approximately $1,300 per month. Your wife can get help from your local VA Benefits Office, or County VA office. It would be best for both, you and your wife to seek help now, get all documents needed in the future. Good Luck.

[@cherkiltoff8876]

My Husband is deceased but only rated at 50% but He Had PTSD Really Bad and Many VA Dr’s and Others Documenting It, But We Never Got The Claim Done Due To Moving and Covid! We Lived Together Since 2004 until we got Married in 2017

[@cherkiltoff8876]

My Husband Died June 15, 2023! Last Month!

[@davidsonlawoffices]

So sorry to hear but you have 1-year to file with the VA so please contact your local VSO immediately. God bless you and your family. Thank you

[@MichaelWayneWhitemore]

I just was updated to 80% disability according to my Lawyer how do i check

[@davidsonlawoffices]

If you have an online account with the VAif not go here www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage

[@eileenvalachovic9435]

Thank you for sharing but it would have been even more helpful if you had explained what the abbreviations were that you used atleast once. For example, what is DIC?

[@sherylwalls2569]

Dependent and Indemnity Compensation

[@mongoptsd]

Hey Soldier :) Are you in South Carolina ?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

No I'm in hot hot gnat infested S GA

[@deanbranstetter9656]

what does DIC stand for?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Disability indemnity compensation for spouses and dependents. Va compensation is for Veterans

[@djcordy8806]

My husband passed away dec 15 2023 and I am trying to get spouse benfits to help me thru these tuff times wnat will I need I have his death cert our marraige cert, his va was stopped and he was in the process of getting his benefit reinstated before he passed away can you help me in any way

[@fredalivingstondilks8954]

Dear VA Guy, can you help me understand why I cannot get DIC. I have tried approximately four times since 2011 when my husband passed away from Parkinson’s disease. He was receiving a small pension like $1500 or something in that order and when he passed I got nothing and it just stopped. He was in World War II/Korea, but never saw any battle in Korea. He had two honorable discharges and had other problems from being in the military like flat feet loss of hearing post traumatic stress, and I think that’s it. I don’t understand why other wives of soldiers are just automatically given this benefit whereas I can’t seem to get anywhere. I have tried and tried, my husband was a Marine and felt the battles in the South Pacific just charged and then called back during Korea. My husband was 19 years older than me if it seems odd that I am writing to you we were married 26 years very happily. Can you give me any idea what to do where to go because I am at a dead end. He died from Parkinson’s, and was not entitled to anything even though he lived in Camp Lajeune and was discharged there in 52 and the date does not come up to their standards. Seems odd because his first wife and him and a small child all lived in Camp Legeune, but I’m not sure for how long and his wife passed from cancer and my husband passed from Parkinson’s. Thank you for listening. If you can shed any light on this please I do need help.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

We understand that your husband served in Korea and he passed in 2011. When did you apply for DIC? Service connection is warranted where the evidence of record establishes that a particular injury or disease resulting in disability was incurred in the line of duty in the active military service. Service connection may also be granted for any disease diagnosed after the military discharge, when all the evidence, including that pertinent to the period of military service, establishes that the disease was incurred during the active military service. VA regulations provide a presumption of herbicide exposure where a veteran served in the Republic of Korea on the demilitarized zone during certain time periods. Specifically, a veteran who, during active service, served between April 1, 1968, and August 31, 1971, in a unit that, as determined by the Department of Defense, operated in or near the Korean demilitarized zone in an area in which herbicides are known to have been applied during that period, shall be presumed to have been exposed during such service to an herbicide agent, unless there is affirmative evidence to establish that the Veteran was not exposed to any such agent during that service. Did your husband serve during these dates? Parkinson’s disease is known to be caused by exposure to herbicide exposure. However, outside of those dates and locations, the presumptive provisions do not apply, and exposure must be determined on a case-by-case basis. Once it is established that a veteran was in fact exposed to a qualifying herbicide, VA will presume that a disease listed under 38 C.F.R. § 3.309 (e) is due to the exposure to herbicides.

[@cindybraddy7372]

I do receive v.a. benefits of my late husband's. My question is he was in Vietnam and was hit hard with agent orange he tried to get compensation for it. When he passed in 2017 .now their are new symptoms caused by it that he would now qualify for . He had tried for at least 5 or 6 years to get compensation for it before he passed its in his records

[@jmarie4056]

You can try to reopen his claim. Unfortunately, many wives like yourself weren't aware of a form needed to be submitted, up to a year after his death. You can gather all his claim documents, along with your marriage and his death certificate, bring it to a local VA office, and request to reopen his claim. Don't take one answer, should you be turned away. Keep trying. Go to the VA's website, look for more information on continuing his claim, After death.

[@jmarie4056]

p.s., you stated you receive benefits, yet you stated he tried to get compensation. Confusing, because you wouldn't be receiving benefits if he wasn't already 100%.

[@cindybraddy7372]

I do receive my late husband's benefits they only declared him 100% 3 days before he passed so he could not reopen the claim for agent orange I only receive a little over 1000 a month

[@jmarie4056]

@@cindybraddy7372 if your husband passed away under a year, there's a form for you to continue his claim for Retroactive, from the time he appealed to today. He automatically gets $10k life insurance for 100%, be sure to push for it too. As his WAR TIME survivor, you're entitled to much more than just the monthly pay. You can get ChampVa medical, as secondary, free meds directly from them too. If you, yourself need home care in the future, as survivor of WAR TIME Veteran, you get that too. Do your research, get all the benefits you qualify for. Don't sell yourself short.

[@lissaMJH]

​@@cindybraddy7372will you get that for life?

[@sananaartis7987]

My husband was serviced connected and 70 % disability am I entitled to dic benefits

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I don't have much to go on so I am going to say it depends. Have you gone to you local VA office and asked? That is the first place you need to go.

[@lifeinitalywithmarella9914]

Also she was told she could get stuff now since she was married so long. She was a house wife and he took all her inheritance so she has nothing. Can she get stuff now. This new one is my age.

[@SandraMckinney-mg1vm]

I applied for benefits. Met all requirements. My husband is deceased. They said I made to much money. Said I was entitled to nothing. I sent in everything asked for. I didn't even get his flag. Why did this happen?

[@pureinspirationforu]

Does the cause of death matter on a survivor claim? My husband died of congested heart failure, and covid 19 and was 100% disabled for the last 3 years. We had been married for 74 years.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Generally no becuase he was already rated 100%.

[@lapantera8]

Your Husband had to be 100% disabled for 10 conservative years prior to his death in order to qualify for DIC

[@terrynorris2657]

My husband was 100% service connected disabled and was receiving compensation. He passed in 2011 due to complications after having lung surgery due to cancer, which was diagnosed as being caused by Agent Orange. He had also started a claim for that prior to his death. We had been married from 1990 until 2007 when his VA representative advised us to get a divorce due to me working. We remarried in July of 2011, and he passed away in November of 2011. We never lived apart at any point of our relationship and remained in the same household from 1990 til 2011. Since we weren't married for a year, they denied me his benefits. Is there anything I can do about this. We were living in Illinois when he passed away, and I now live in Tennessee.

[@terrynorris2657]

My name is Rachelle Daughtery. Don't know why it says Terry Norrid

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Getting a divorce is the worst advise I have ever seen a VA rep give! That is a tough one becuase you can't get a divorce in most states if you still live together, so the VA is going to ask why you got a divorce and you will say becuase the VA rep to me to in order for my husband to get benefits. I would make the argument that the divorce really never took place becuase you never lived apart.

[@InvestitudinalKnowledge]

Can vet spouses use the benefits associated with 100% rating if a veteran is TDIU??

[@davidsonlawoffices]

TDIU only appllies to the Veteran not the spouse.

[@christinacantrell756]

If a spouse is drawing DIC, from her hundred percent disabled deceased spouse. Is there any other benefits that she might be eligible for can you please. Thanks, Christina Enjoyed your video but was hoping to find something that I could get more benefits.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Depending on the amount you can get the larger of the DIC or Pension. Pension is a needs based program so be ware. The monthly benefit is approximately $1400

[@analidahassenmayer6309]

Question my husband passed 12 year I apply for benefits it was denied, because. I was legal separated, but I was his caregiver we was married over 25 year, please help me thanks

[@rdick122]

My first who was a veteran passed away in 3008, I remarried 3 years later. Is this wife entitled to any benefits? I am at 80% at this time and am not in good health.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Rules allow eligibility in certain cases for surviving spouses who remarried or were involved in a marital-type relationship after the veteran died. Surviving spouses who remarry are ineligible for all VA benefits (including death pension) unless they are mentioned in these rules. They are complex and I don't have enough information to answer your question.

[@howardbodiford7130]

I’m 100 % service connected been married to wife 44 years , what % will she get when I die ?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Your Compensation changes to Disability Indemnity Compensation. Should get it all

[@tombacon8597]

I have a 40% disability from a back injury received while on active duty. I am also a retired vet and my VA compensation comes out of my retirement benefits. I have been married to the same woman for nearly 50 years. Would she get anything from the VA if I passed away?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Without knowing more it is hard to say but I would think yes. Please call my office and make a telephone appointment (no charge) and we can talk about this.

[@glennhallmale9627]

What is D.I.C PLEASE

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Disability indemnity compensation for spouses and dependents. VA Compensation is for veterans

[@mariefein5544]

How much does Social Security affect pension amount for surviving spouse?

[@johnrogers3781]

You cannot collect social security disability and VA pension. Although you can collect 100% VA disability and social security disability

[@davidsonlawoffices]

SS does not affect DIC but does affect VA Pension or Aid & Attendance $1 for $1

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Thanks for your help

[@rosepratt]

I apply VA spouse venifits 8 months now no more respond. My husband he passed away last year and appy survivor venifits untel now respond.

[@rosepratt]

How's long apply spouse venifits before approved.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I would go to your local Veterans Service Office and inquire. If they can't help get on the telephone [phone]

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Usually 6-9 months

[@harmonioussolutions2848]

VA will pay spouse benefits for same sex marriages, But if the man lives in a place where having two wives is legal will he receive extra compensation for his family- would he list one wife as a dependent? Would his children from different wives count equally as dependents? Great content, thank you

[@davidsonlawoffices]

I couldn't find an answer to your 2nd wife question but would imagine that the VA would interpret their regulations as only 1 wife and dependent children from everyone.

[@marykayswanstrom9761]

What is DIC?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Disability Indemnity Compensation paid to spouses of deceased veterans and dependents.

[@marlynharrison9450]

My late husband 💯 percent totally disabled I apply a DIC last year October 2021 until now no final decision can you help me

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Yes we can help. Please call our office to schedule an appointment

[@navyvet9196]

He had to be 100% pt for 10 years before death

[@parkerjudd7814]

I'm 100% been married 12 years what can I do she helps with everything for me

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Please call my office so we can discuss your needs.

[@deannaemsley8]

My husband and i have been married 35 yrs .someone told me I can't get DIC . He's been 100% permanent and total. Someone said he has to be totally and permanent for 10 yrs . Is that true ?

[@hornetdoc77]

One of my spouses marriages she was married via common law. So there is no actual marriage license, just a divorce decrees. Can I still claim her?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

If your common law marriage is respected in your state, yes.

[@cliffhicks8336]

Excellent information! Question to see if I am correct. I am 75 and have been married to my current since 1982. I receive 100% permanent/total. In January my benefit is around $3800 dollars. If I am married when the Lord takes me home my wife would receive this amount.

[@vtxdaryl]

The correct answer is about 50%.

[@CrystalBarrows-k6t]

I married 7 yrs ago,he is a veteran divorced 40 yrs. Ago,she died shortly after the divorce. He has no papers due to moving can he get divorce papers from the court house?

[@lissaMJH]

How long does the surviving spouse get the 1357.⁰⁰ benefits? Is it for life?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

VA Aid&Attendance is for lifetime

[@mikehernandez7462]

I'm 40% disabled will my wife get my pension and medical benifits??

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Its possible but there are not enough facts here to give you any direction

[@Highflite20]

My Dad is an 87 year old 100% disabled Veteran - his wife (my stepmom) who I love dearly has been legally married to him for almost 60 years. This is in Florida - what will happen to her when he passes away???

[@handyman7933]

She's fine ,must be "one year legally married", no less, as i read

[@davidsonlawoffices]

She would qualify for DIC

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Thanks for your help

[@bobwills7607]

Thank you!!

[@evelynlyon620]

What if he received money from vA pension and was no longer married to the 1st spouse

[@davidsonlawoffices]

If single, Aid & Attendance is reduced. If divorced and remarried you would need to let the VA know and provide new spouse's information

[@dakilangisko8229]

My father is veterans and passed 2001 , Va give my mom monthly pension for 889$ per month .. my question is it is normal that my mother only get 889$ per month?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

That is about average. What unreimbursed medical expenses does you mother have? These will reduce her income for VA purposes but increase her Pension amount.

[@dakilangisko8229]

he does not have reimbursement medical expenses. I applied form 21-2680 for him

[@dakilangisko8229]

My mother only gets a monthly pension, we didn't apply for anything else before she had a heart attack and now she is bedridden and I am taking care of her.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Thats the medical form for Pension showing the VA that he needs assistance with his ADLs. Are you his caregiver?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Give me a call so I can explain something to you. 229-226-8183. Thanks Dale

[@shirleyharvey7376]

Can a surviving spouse get both aid & attendance and DIC?

[@davidsonlawoffices]

The surviving spouse would receive the larger of the DIC or Aid & Attendance, not both. Hope this helps. Have a great day.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

You would get the larger of the 2-DIC or Aid & Attendance

[@llwil2003]

My husband has a 60% Veterans disability Vietnam Veteran. He has no pension or savings. So my assumption is there is nothing for me as his spouse after he dies as he is not 100% disabled. At this point (thank heavens) he has no Agent Orange healthy issues .

[@jmarie4056]

Keep pushing until he gets 100%, then you will get benefits as a surviving spouse/dependent. The magic word for even more benefits for Veterans and dependents are "War Time" Veterans. Do your research, it'll help you both in the long run. Good Luck. Thank your husband for his service.

[@jacquelinewoods2882]

My husband was a 100% disabled USAF Veteran who passed away 23November22 and we were married for 37 years. I was told that because he'd only been 100% less than 10 years I didn't qualify, although he'd been honorably discharged at 60% in 1992. Please help me understand this. Thank-you.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

Have you filed for benefits and beeen declined or merely told you don't qualify? My advise file now within a year of your husband's death. If the VA denies you let me know. Thanks Dale

[@jacquelinewoods2882]

@davidsonlawoffices I have filed an appeal and awaiting a response

[@SheWillRide]

From what I understand, only 100% disabled veteran's spouses would receive the benefit after the death of the veteran. Am I correct?

[@jessicarosassaavedra1622]

Hi my name is Jessica Saavedra and I am in the process of divorce my husband is a navy veteran who has 100/cent venefis and I want to know if I cualyfy for any

[@cidcampeador7922]

No. Recruiting offices are still open in case you want to join.

[@bridget5961]

I am spouse of va veteran of world war 2 . They indicated $ intake too much my income is 2 206 .l know alady she did her internships 1 yr. And gets benefits from va. Dr visits etc.

[@minniethorndyke164]

I was married to my husband for 65years.when he passed away .they gave me compensation.i get 1463.00a. Am I entitled to .more?

[@tonyaduvall49]

My mother is being told currently that she may not receive anybof my fathers benefits who just passed away this month. Im not sure this is possible considering the VA website states ahe should. He is vietnam war time and was 50% disabled. He was in the process of doing anothwr claim to get his 100% they say we can't complete now because he's deceased. This claim included ptsd meanwhile they say he was never diagnosed with it but VA hospital was giving him meds for it in and out of the hospital. The medicine actually states for ptsd. I think were just going to get an attornwy. Myboarents waited until my father was in his 70's to even file a claim because they were never aware. They were also never aware they could get a VA loan. To think of all of thw struggling they went through to now be denied in death makes me sick.

[@davidsonlawoffices]

SHe needs to file a claim within 1-year of death to preserve her rights or she can file substituting herself for your late father

[@tonyaduvall49]

@davidsonlawoffices He just passed on the 9th of this month. I'm having to move her in with me as bow she will be suffering financially to pay for their home. My father depended on them paying that to her as it was what the VA hospital social worker informed him of. The man refused to even file for her put right said she wouldn't qualify so now I'm attempting to do so.