Survivor Benefit Plan Payments for Disabled Dependents A new law allows members to contribute their SBP payments to a Special Needs Trust to keep federal benefit eligibility
SBP Former Spouse Coverage SBP allows coverage for former spouses. Costs and benefits under this option are identical to those for spouse coverage.
Remarriage Rules Relaxed for Surviving Spouses Seeking VA Benefits The popular DIC program is now available to more survivors
New Law Makes Many Active Duty, Vets and Survivors Eligible for Free or Discounted Broadband Internet Eligible households also may be eligible for a $100 discount on a computer or tablet from Uncle Sam
Gold Star Lapel Buttons These gold star lapel buttons are a visual reminder of a family's sacrifice. Read more.
Survivor Support Organizations In times of tragedy and personal need there are many organizations available to provide aid and support.
Gold Star Spouses Who Remarry Face Losing Survivor Benefits. This Bill Would Change That The Captain James C. Edge Gold Star Spouse Equity Act was introduced Thursday by Reps. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., and Seth...
The Military Death Gratuity Death gratuity is a one-time tax free payment for survivors to deal with financial hardships due to loss of a servicemember
Assisted Living Housing and VA Benefits If a home in an assisted living community is what you need, then it’s possible that veterans’ benefits can help.
Veteran & Survivor Pension Rates Increase For 2021 Many combat veterans and survivors are unaware they may qualify for a VA Pension.
Hegseth Works Hard to Portray Himself as a Man of the Troops. They Might Not Be Buying It. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and National Guardsman, has attempted to reframe the role of the...
Don't Dishonor Veterans with Broken Promises and Empty Gestures It's time to get back in step with the veteran community -- not with fanfare, but with follow-through.
The Best Running Workouts to Improve Your Time on Military Fitness Tests If you want to ace a timed run over the 1.5- to three-mile distances used in most military running tests, the pacing strategy...
Defense Department to Review List of Medical Conditions that Disqualify Potential Recruits from Serving The review follows changes over the last three years that expanded waivers for 51 conditions.
Fort Carson Soldier Charged with Cocaine Distribution, Possession After DEA Nightclub Raid Staff Sgt. Juan Gabriel Orona-Rodriguez is charged with one count each of distribution and possession with intent to...
