With the Military In Lasting Tribute online memorial, you can create a shareable tribute for a service member who died while serving on active duty. As Memorial Day approaches, visit and invite others to view the memorial and remember our military heroes who died serving our nation.
Survivors who receive Survivor Benefit Plan annuity payments and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation will see a boost in their SBP annuity starting in February 2023. This comes after Congress enacted changes to restore their full payment. DIC payments will not be affected.
Surviving spouses who elected to have their Survivor Benefit Plan annuity paid to their eligible dependent children will have the annuity revert to them as of Jan. 1, 2023 (if they submit documentation and are eligible).
Would a few minutes of daily audio mindfulness exercises help relax your body and mind? Chill Drills are specifically for our military and survivor community. Download the Chill Drills mobile app for free and start releasing some stress today.
For general information about investigations involving the death of a loved one following an accident or incident, watch this 10-minute eTutorial. Information is provided to the primary next of kin upon request.
The Defense Department strives to ensure that military families receive support in their time of need. View this video to learn about the Casualty Assistance Program and services for eligible beneficiaries.
Do you know anyone else who might benefit from receiving The Survivor Connection? Forward this email to them or send them to The Survivor Connection archive page to sign up.
