DIC & Accrued Claims: Your Complete VA Survivor Benefits Guide

Are you a surviving spouse or dependent of a veteran? Confused about the difference between DIC and Accrued Claims? You're not alone! In this video, we break down these vital VA benefits, providing clear explanations on what forms are needed to file a claim. We will also take you through each form, step-by-step, so you know exactly what information you need to provide.

We'll cover:

The crucial difference between Accrued Claims (lump sum back payments) and DIC (ongoing monthly benefits).
An outline of the DIC program and who qualifies.
A step-by-step guide to the necessary documents (VA Forms 21P-534EZ & 21P-0847) and how to submit them.
Essential supporting documents you'll need.
Answers to frequently asked questions, including the processing time, the difference between DIC and Survivors Pension, and reasons for denial.
Information on nursing home care and Aid and Attendance for surviving spouses.
Understanding these benefits can be complex, but we're here to simplify the process.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:51 What is an Accrued Claim?
01:57 What are DIC Benefits?
02:47 DIC Benefits Eligibility Overview
04:12 DIC Rates through 2025
05:08 VA Form 21P-534EZ Step-by-Step Guide
13:56 VA Form 21P-0847 Step-by-Step Guide
14:48 Supporting Documents and Where to Submit them
13:16 FAQs

Links & Resources:

Our Website:https://vadisabilitygroup.com/
YouTube Channel: @VADisabilityGroup
VA DIC Information: https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/survivor-compensation/dependency-indemnity-compensation/
DIC survivor rates: https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/survivor-compensation/dependency-indemnity-compensation/survivor-rates/
VA Form 21P-534EZ: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21p-534ez/
VA Form 21P-0847: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21p-0847/
National association of state veterans homes: https://nasvh.org/directory/
Evidence Intake Center (EIC) Address: VA PO BOX 4444 JANESVILLE, WI,53547-4444
EIC FAX: 844-531-7818

👍 Like this video if you found it helpful!
💬 Leave a comment with your questions or experiences.
🔔 Subscribe for more VA benefits information.
🔗 Share this video with anyone who needs it.
#DIC #AccruedClaims #VABenefits #SurvivorBenefits #Veterans #VA #Military #2024Updates