Did you serve at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune ?
yes I did
Then you may have had contact with contaminants in the drinking water there. There is scientific and medical evidence that has shown an association between exposure to these contaminants during military service and development of certain diseases later on.
can a family member get benefits through me?
Yes, they must show evidence that we ask for. Things like providing evidence that they paid health care expenses for their claimed condition during one of the time periods listed below
and for me, what do I need to qualify for benefits?
Did you serve at Camp Lejeune or MCAS New River for at least 30 cumulative days from August 1953 through December 1987?
no, I was at Camp Lejeune but later
You are not eligible  for disability benefits through this issue
So if I was there at the time you asked and I have a condition that might be due to this water thing then I would be good?