We make it easy to understand what the multiple benefits available to surviving family members of deceased veterans.
Survivor Benefits Information
When you retire, you may be able to elect any of several SBP options, which are listed below.
Dependency and Indemnity Compensation is a monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of certain deceased veterans.
Death gratuity is a one-time tax free payment for survivors to deal with financial hardships due to loss of a servicemember
Survivors get several benefits including Dependent Indemnity Compensation, a Death Gratuity, and TRICARE benefits.
Dealing with loss can be difficult. Many resources are available to help you deal with it
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The changes may triple the amount of income tax some survivors pay.
Survivors will see a modest increase from 2019
The benefit will increase by the same percentage as retirement pay every year from now on
The changes are effective October 18, 2018 and aim to make the benefit fairer. Read more.
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