Families arranging cremation for a veteran often face complex rules as VA cremation benefits can help cover funeral, burial, ...

VA cremation benefits assist families with funeral costs, but eligibility requires upfront payment and no prior ...

Approximately 1,700 veterans pass away in the United States every day, according to Dignity Memorial, which hosted a Veteran’s Benefit Program presentation at Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant in Kingwood ...

We all know that contemplating the hereafter or planning for the inevitable can be a pretty uncomfortable undertaking. For veterans, however, half the work is already done. We all know there are ...

Veterans would be able to retain their full Department of Veterans Affairs benefit to be buried at a national cemetery even if they previously chose to get a plaque or urn for their remains under a ...

Military benefits often extend beyond the veteran alone. One of the ways the nation recognizes the sacrifice is by ensuring the veteran’s closest family members can share the honor of resting in a ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Department of Veterans Affairs wants to raise awareness about a final honor for our nation's veterans. The government says burial benefits frequently go unused and they ...

Mahoning and Shenango Valleys Chapter met Nov. 21 at A La Cart Catering in Canfield to learn about veterans burial benefits from chapter member CW3 Nathan (”Nate”) Walker, a Service Officer with the ...

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MEAD, Wash. — A North Spokane County widow is devastated after she says a claim for help covering final expenses for her veteran husband was denied. The denial letter even began by extending gratitude ...

Being a military spouse can be rewarding and challenging — from marrying that special someone who’s dedicated to their country to challenges including deployments and frequent relocations. Fortunately ...