End-of-life planning provides surviving family members with peace of mind following their veteran’s death. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a new website with a focus on funeral and burial benefits. The site offers information on what veterans can expect with end-of-life planning and links that offer assistance with:

• Benefits for your spouse, dependents and survivors.
• Advance care planning.
• Burial and memorial benefits.
• Advance directives that ensure that veterans’ future care reflects their current wishes.
• End-of-life planning with the VA.

In addition, more survivors of veterans are eligible for PACT Act (toxic exposure) benefits and other valuable resources. The website also contains a Frequently Asked Questions section for further assistance.