Veteran roadmap
Find Family, Caregiver, and Survivor Resources
Start with official programs for caregivers, dependents, spouses, and survivors.
Who this is for: Family members, caregivers, dependents, and survivors seeking benefit or support information.
Your step-by-step roadmap
Identify your relationship and goal
Programs use different definitions. Relationship alone does not establish eligibility or authority to access a veteran's records.
Explore caregiver support
The VA Caregiver Support Program offers information, services, and a support line.
VA Caregiver Support (opens official external site)Explore family and survivor benefits
Use VA's official family member benefit overview and follow the link for the specific program.
VA family member benefits (opens official external site)Confirm authority before sharing records
A family relationship does not automatically authorize access, representation, consent, or disclosure. Use the responsible agency's authorization process.
Ask for accredited help when needed
An accredited representative can help with individualized VA benefit questions and claims.
Controlling official sources
Links last verified August 30, 2026. Official agencies control eligibility, requirements, deadlines, and program availability.