Family & Survivor Benefits
Complete guide to VA benefits available to veteran families, spouses, children, and survivors.
Resources
In-depth articles and guides to help veteran families navigate available benefits and support
Types of Family Benefits
Find resources specific to your family's needs
Spouse Benefits
Healthcare, education, and support benefits for veteran spouses
Children Benefits
Education, healthcare, and support benefits for veteran children
Survivor Benefits
Benefits and support for surviving family members
Caregiver Support
Support and benefits for family caregivers of veterans
Official VA.gov Services
These services are provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs on VA.gov. VA.org is not affiliated with VA and cannot issue ID cards or transfer benefits.
Family and caregiver benefits on VA.gov
VA's overview of the benefits available to spouses, dependents, and survivors.
Get a Veteran ID card on VA.gov
VA's process for requesting Veteran and dependent identification cards.
Survivor compensation on VA.gov
Check eligibility for DIC and other survivor benefits directly with VA.
Transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits on VA.gov
VA's process for transferring education benefits to a spouse or child.