Veterans Benefits
Heritage Mortuary is a Veterans Funeral Care exclusive provider for Clark County and we are committed to serving the families of Clark County with grace and dignity. We are your Trusted Funeral and Cremation Service Concierges that assist families during one of the most difficult times after losing a loved one. Providing step-by-step guidance to facility their loved one’s final disposition.
Heritage salutes the Life and legacy of every Veteran, as we ourselves are Veteran-Owned and Our proud to have served our country. So, to our fellow Veterans, we say, "Thank You for your service: Past, Present and Future...We Honor You! The story of every Veteran's life deserves to be shared. We are deeply committed to providing families with exceptional Veterans services and will assist you in securing the military burial benefits. When it comes time for you to make arrangements for the veteran in your life, trust that our caring and professional staff is both qualified and committed to providing your loved one with the military honors they deserve.
Veterans Burial Allowance:
A burial allowance, also sometimes called a “veterans death benefit”, may be available to help offset any burial, funeral, and transportation costs related to a veteran’s death. You will need to pay for these services in advance and then apply for the allowance, however it is an option if these expenses are not being reimbursed by another agency or the veteran’s employer.
The amount of a burial allowance varies based on the veteran’s date of death and whether the death was service related. There is also an additional allowance amount for a headstone or marker. Your funeral director can help you determine eligibility and the amount of any potential allowances. You can also find more information regarding burial allowances here.
Burial Flag:
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a United States flag at no cost to the next-of-kin of a deceased veteran. The flag is provided as a keepsake designed to honor the memory of the veteran. It is typically used during the funeral or memorial service during the flag folding and presentation ceremony detailed above before being presented to the family or next-of-kin.
Family members or close friends of the veteran may apply for a burial flag if the veteran meets one of the following eligibility requirements:
- The veteran served during wartime
- They died while serving on active duty after May 27, 1941
- The veteran served after January 31, 1955
- They served in peacetime and were discharged or released from service before June 27, 1950 after serving at least one enlistment or were discharged due to disability that was caused or made worse by active military service.
- In certain cases, those who served in the Selected Reserves and those who served in the organized military forces of the Commonwealth of the Philippines while in service of the U.S. Armed Forces and who died on or after April 25, 1951.
Understanding Veteran Eligibility and Requirements:
Veteran eligibility for burial benefits, death benefits, and memorial items hinges on various factors, primarily verified through the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). Pre-1950, different military branches utilized similar forms. In the absence of a DD Form 214, alternative documents demonstrating honorable discharge may suffice, and replacements can be obtained through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Eligibility Requirements:
Active duty service members and Selected Reserve members are typically eligible.
Former service members with honorable discharge are generally eligible, barring dishonorable discharge.
Those completing at least one enlistment period in the Selected Reserves, without dishonorable discharge, qualify.
Former Selective Reserve members discharged due to service-related disabilities are eligible.
Heritage Mortuary Veteran Flag Initiative Program
Thank you for considering Heritage Mortuary's Veteran's Flag Initiative Program. In our effort to honor Veterans during Cremation Celebrations of Life Services, we invite you to bring your worn and torn flags to us. Just as they have selflessly served our country, let us now serve them by properly handling and retiring our flags with the respect they deserve.
At Heritage Mortuary, we understand the importance of paying tribute to our brave Veterans and the sacrifices they have made. Through our Veteran's Flag Initiative Program, our dedicated Team we ensure that every flag entrusted to us will be contributed to a meaningful tribute during the cremation services of Veterans who have honored us!
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VA Burial Benefits
Understand Your Eligibility and Plan Ahead with Confidence
The National Cemetery Administration (NCA) proudly honors your service and sacrifice by helping ensure your legacy lives on.
Too many Veterans and families miss out on VA burial and memorial benefits simply because they don’t know they’re eligible. Whether you choose burial in a VA national cemetery or a private cemetery, these benefits are a meaningful part of end-of-life planning.
That’s why NCA launched Plan Today, Honor Forever, a nationwide campaign designed to help you understand your options and plan ahead.
Why Planning Ahead Matters
With Plan Today, Honor Forever you can:
- Learn what burial and memorial benefits you may be eligible for
- Share important information with your family or caregivers
- Check your eligibility for burial in a VA national cemetery
- Understand how VA burial allowances may help cover costs
Apply for Pre-need Burial Eligibility
Veterans and spouses can apply in advance to determine their eligibility for burial in a VA national cemetery. The online application takes less than 10 minutes and helps reduce stress and uncertainty for loved ones during a difficult time.
Additional Resources
NCA is committed to ensuring that all eligible Veterans and their families understand and can access the burial benefits they’ve earned. As part of this effort, we’ve developed resources that address the unique needs of different Veteran communities. Download our new infosheet, Burial Benefits for Native American Veterans, that outlines burial benefit options at VA national cemeteries and VA grant-funded tribal cemeteries, along with important planning information tailored to Native American Veterans and their families.
Your Story, Your Legacy
You can now share your story in your own words through the Veterans Legacy Memorial’s (VLM) “Your Story, Your Legacy”
feature. Use this tool to upload images, autobiographies, written tributes, military and life milestones, and historical documents. After your passing, VLM will publish your submissions on its website—the nation’s largest online memorial dedicated to honoring America’s Veterans.
To access the “Your Story, Your Legacy” page, start by submitting a VA pre-need burial eligibility application online. Once approved, you will receive an email to set up your personal VLM page. Watch this short video to learn more.
Learn More
Visit www.cem.va.gov/veterans-and-families to explore your benefits. For pre-need burial eligibility questions, you can call the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117 (TTY:711) and select 4, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. ET to 5:30 p.m. ET.
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