What phone number is 800-827-1000?
Important Information About the VA Disability Phone Number 1-800-827-1000. It’s been several years since the Department of Veterans Affairs consolidated their regional offices into eight call centers to field phone inquiries from veterans across the nation.
How do I talk to someone about VA benefits?
Call 1-800-827-1000.
Who can I call about my VA claim?
1-800-827-1000
You can also check the status on your claims by calling the VA at 1-800-827-1000, or calling your VSO representative.
What do you do when a veteran dies?
Call the Department of Defense at 800-538-9552 or 800-321-1080 to report the death of your loved one. You will need your loved one’s date of death when you talk with the military representative over the phone. This person is also a useful resource for any questions you have about military benefits.
How much is the VA widows pension?
Survivors (Death) Pension with Aid and Attendance
| Survivors Pension — Maximum Annual Pension Rates (MAPR) 2019-20 | ||
|---|---|---|
| For a Surviving Spouse | Yearly | Monthly |
| Housebound Without Dependents | $11,273 | $939 |
| Housebound With One Dependent | $14,116 | $1,176 |
| Aid and Attendance Without Dependents | $14,742 | $1,228 |
How much does the VA pay for a funeral?
VA will pay up to $796 toward burial and funeral expenses for deaths on or after October 1, 2019 (if hospitalized by VA at time of death), or $300 toward burial and funeral expenses (if not hospitalized by VA at time of death), and a $796 plot-interment allowance (if not buried in a national cemetery).
Does VA pay for cremation?
Unfortunately, the VA does not pay for cremation. However, it is possible to receive VA burial benefits for cremation. The VA does reimburse families pay for a portion of burial, funeral, and transportation costs related to a veteran’s death.