You may qualify if you meet certain criteria.
What is the criteria?
We can discuss that. Did you marry the service member or Veteran before January 1 1957?
Oh no, much more recent than that.
Ok, did you marry the Veteran within 15 years of their discharge?
No, that isn't me either.
Were you married to the Veteran for at least 1 year?
No, again, not the case.
Do you have a child with the Veteran?
Yes, that is correct.
I am a surviving parent, how do I apply for compensation?
You can fill out a Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation by Parent VA Form 21P-535.
I see. Please allow me to ask a follow-up question. in order to be eligible for VA disability benefits Is there any other way he could be eligible for benefits?
Your father has to be diagnosed with an illness related to Agent Orange exposure to qualify.
Well done. When you contact the National Cemetery Scheduling Office, gather the details and documentation you'll need to locate the deceased. Okay, what kind of details do I need to provide you with about this procedure?