Of course. We can help you find out what happens after you apply for a pre-need eligibility determination.
Would you like to get more information?
No, thank you. That's enough.
Do you have a number I can call for questions?
Yes, you can call 877-222-8387. We're here Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.
The reason I'm asking is that I wanted to plan my burial. I feel like a burden and I would like to take care of everything before I have to go. Do you think I could be buried in a national cemetery for veterans?
Of course. You can apply to find out in advance if you can be buried in a VA national cemetery. This is called a pre-need determination of eligibility and it can help make the burial planning process easier for your family members in their time of need.
Alright. And who is eligible for such a burial?
A Veteran who didn't receive a dishonorable discharge when you separated from the military, or the spouse or dependent child of a service member or Veteran, even if the service member or Veteran has already passed away.
But if I had fallen in battle, my wife wouldn't have had to apply for my burial?
Correct. If a service member dies on active duty, they're eligible for burial without a pre-need decision letter.
Do you perhaps have number I could call? I find it a bit difficult to write all this.