Survivor Benefits

Putnam County Veterans Services offers vital support to survivors through benefits such as Burial Allowance, Flag Cases (Surviving Spouses only), Grave Markers, Government Markers, and Indigent Burial Assistance.

These services honor the sacrifices of veterans while providing comfort and relief to their families during challenging times.

Survivors Pension (formerly Death Pension)
This pension, like the others, is an income based program available to surviving spouses and/or minor children of wartime veterans. The maximum rate is set by Congress, and all other income is considered when assessing the individual eligibility. However, VA also will allow income reduction through the use of out of pocket medical expenses. Additional amounts may be paid for eligible dependents.

Dependency Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
DIC is payable to the surviving spouse and/or minor children of veterans whose death has been adjudicated by VA as being “service connected”. Along with monthly payments, eligible survivors may receive health care coverage through CHAMPVA, and education benefits under Chapter 35, Dependents Educational Assistance.

Other Benefits

  • Burial Allowance

  • Flag Cases – Surviving Spouse only

  • VA grave markers