Funeral directors play a critical role in helping veterans and their families understand and access the benefits they’ve earned, but many families are still unaware of what’s available to them.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has created a helpful, easy-to-understand resource that you can use to start those conversations.

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This flyer outlines key VA burial benefits, including:

• Burial in a VA national cemetery at no cost
• A government headstone or marker
• A United States burial flag
• Presidential Memorial Certificates

It also encourages veterans to complete the pre-need eligibility application, helping families plan ahead and avoid added stress during an already difficult time.

While this resource was shared in recognition of Women’s History Month, the information is relevant year-round and can benefit any veteran and their family.

Put It to Work in Your Community

Consider:

• Sharing the flyer on your funeral home’s social media channels
• Print and display the flyer in your funeral home
• Include the flyer in your preplanning materials
• Provide the flyer to families during arrangement conferences

Sometimes, the most valuable thing you can offer a family is clarity. This resource helps you do just that, ensuring veterans and their loved ones understand the benefits they’ve earned and the options available to them.

Download, print and share it with the families you serve.