Burial Assistance Application

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FAQ: Funeral Burial Assistance Popular Questions

  • How to apply for funeral and burial payment assistance?

    Funeral and burial payment assistance is available through the Department of Veterans Affairs. It's also available through the Social Security Administration.To apply, you'll need to provide proof of death, proof of your relationship to the deceased, and proof of your income and assets.

  • Who pays for burial when there is no family?

    When there is no family to pay for a burial, the funeral home will often front the cost and then be reimbursed by the state or county.

  • How to get financial assistance for a funeral?

    There are a number of ways to get financial assistance for a funeral:

    1. Check with the deceased's employer. Some employers offer death benefits that can help cover funeral expenses.
    2. Contact the Social Security Administration. If the deceased was receiving Social Security benefits, the family may be eligible for a one-time death benefit.
    3. Apply for a funeral grant from the government. The federal government offers grants to help cover funeral expenses for low-income individuals.
    4. Set up a funeral fund. Family and friends can contribute to a funeral fund to help cover the costs.
    5. Get a loan. Some funeral homes offer financing options to help cover the cost of a funeral.
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