Veterans Affairs (VA) Accreditation Practice Exam

A surviving spouse who receives Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) can be granted a Housebound special allowance if they are permanently housebound. This allowance is designed to provide additional financial support to veterans and their dependents who have a significant disability that restricts their ability to leave their home safely. The Housebound special allowance recognizes the additional challenges faced by those who qualify due to their permanent housebound status.

In the context of DIC benefits, this allowance enhances the financial support available to a surviving spouse, helping to address costs associated with their condition and living arrangements. It is important to understand that these benefits are specifically aimed at compensating for the limitations imposed by their health status.

Other options listed, such as special compensation for relocation, a one-time bonus payment, and extended health insurance coverage, do not align with the specific benefits targeted at surviving spouses who are permanently housebound. Relocation compensation is not typically applicable to those in this situation, and while bonuses and health insurance coverage may be relevant in different contexts, they do not specifically address the ongoing financial needs related to being housebound.