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GAO reviewed the Department of Veteran's Affairs' (VA) new rule on the Caregivers Program. GAO reviewed VA's interim final rule which implements statutory provisions creating a new caregiver benefits program provided by VA. GAO found that (1) this rule implements title I of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 which created a comprehensive program of assistance and support services for caregivers of eligible service members and veterans. The purpose of the new caregiver benefits program is to provide certain medical, travel, training, and financial benefits to caregivers of certain veterans and service members who were seriously injured in the line of duty on or after September 11, 2001; and (2) VA complied with applicable requirements in promulgating the rule.

Family SGLI provides life insurance coverage to the spouses and dependent children of members insured under the Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) program.

This pamphlet contains brief information about VA benefits available to survivors of military servicemembers and Veterans. Contact us to determine potential eligibility in specific cases, and for current benefit rates.

As a VA patient you have a say in the health care you receive. When you are ill, your doctor should explain what treatments there are for your illness so that you can decide which one is best for you.

Advance directives are legal forms that state your preferences about future health care. If you become too ill to make decisions about your care, an advance directive can help your doctors and family members understand what you want.

INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE VETERAN'S APPLICATION FOR COMPENSATION AND/OR PENSION

Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance is life insurance for veterans who have received a service- connected disability rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The basic S-DVI program, commonly referred to as "RH Insurance", insures eligible veterans for up to $10,000 of coverage. Veterans who have the basic S-DVI coverage and are totally disabled are eligible to have their premiums waived. If a waiver is granted, totally disabled veterans may apply for additional coverage of up to $20,000 under the Supplemental S-DVI program. Premiums for Supplemental S-DVI coverage, however, cannot be waived.

Information for Veterans Recently seperated from Active Service. VA pays monthly compensation to veterans for disabilities incurred or aggravated during military service. This benefit is not subject to Federal or State income tax. Entitlement is established from the date of separation if the claim is filed within one year from separation. Generally, military retirement pay is reduced by any VA compensation received. Income from Special Separation Benefits (SSB) and Voluntary Separation Incentives (VSI) affects the amount of VA compensation paid. None Any VA office or call 1-800-827-1000 or file at www.va.gov