Veterans Services: Death Pension
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Benefit Programs for Survivors

Death Pension

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The death pension is similar to the NSC pension in that is a "needs based" program. It is designed to provide assistance to the survivors of wartime veterans. However, the survivor need not be totally disabled. The survivor must have income from all sources below the Maximum Allowable Pension Rate (MAPR) and have a "limited" estate. The veteran must have an "other than dishonorable" discharge and at least 90 days active military service, at least one day during wartime.

Application for this benefit is made using VA form 534. Supporting documents includes a copy of the veterans discharge, marriage license to the widow, and divorce decrees from all marriages. Also, a copy of the divorce decree or death certificates from the widow’s prior marriages. If the widow is in a nursing home or is totally disabled, medical statements from the attending physician and copies of the appropriate medical records should be provided. Information will be needed concerning income from all sources and for worth of assets (earnings statement from Social Security, pension plans, annuities, bank accounts and property values).

Information concerning this benefit and the necessary forms needed to apply may be requested from the County Veterans Service Office at (817) 531-5645.

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