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Social Security Benefits
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available for your individual circumstances, to change records, and to stop
automatic deposits. Their national number is 1-800-772-1213, or call or visit
the local office at:
4990 S. Clyde Morris Blvd. Port Orange FL 32127
Phone: 386-761-8761
Haigh-Black will file Form SSA-721 which informs Social Security of a death.
This will prevent you from having to order a certified copy of the death
certificate to send to Social Security.
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Veterans Benefits
Burial benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, National
Cemetery Administration include:
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A gravesite - for casket or urn. The gravesite is actually large enough to fit
two caskets or urns;
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Opening and closing of the grave;
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Perpetual care;
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Grave liner which encases the casket in the ground;
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Government Headstone or Marker;
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Presidential Memorial Certificate.
Contact Information for Veterans' Affairs
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Office
National Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Veterans Services in Daytona Beach
The local office is located at:
250 N. Beach St. in Daytona Beach
Phone: (386) 254-4646
Veteran Flag
Haigh-Black Funeral Home and Cremation Services will secure a free Veteran's
flag to be presented at the veteran's service.
Veteran Headstone
If you desire a VA headstone for a grave in a non-national cemetery, we will
gladly file an application. Please note that cemeteries may have charges for a
base for the headstone and to "set" the stone. The time period from when we
submit the application to when the memorial headstone is placed on the grave
can take as long as 6 to 8 months depending how backed up the orders are to the
VA.
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National Cemeteries
National Cemetery benefits cannot be arranged for in advance.
NEW VA CEMETERY IS NOW OPEN IN PALM BEACH COUNTY
South Florida VA National Cemetery
6501 S. State Road 7
Lakeworth FL 33467
561-649-6489
Eligibility
Actual eligibility for burial in a national cemetery is determined by the
cemetery at the time of need. Haigh-Black will submit an application for burial
along with a copy of the DD214 discharge paper. Approvals can be received
without a DD214 but it may take a day or two for the cemetery personnel to
research the veterans discharge status and eligibility.
There are two active National Cemeteries in the State of Florida. Although we
have coordinated and directed services at Barrancas National Cemetery in
Pensacola, Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell is much closer to Volusia
County.
Florida National Cemetery -
Click for a Map
Florida National Cemetery is approximately 125 miles from the Daytona
Beach and Ormond Beach area. It is also approximately 50 miles south of Ocala
or 50 miles north of Tampa.
Florida National Cemetery
6502 SW 102nd Avenue
Bushnell FL 33513
(352) 793-7740 or 1074.
Directions to Florida National Cemetery
The route that we most often use is: Florida State Road 40 to I-75 I-75 south
to exit 62 - the Webster Exit Go right off of the exit The cemetery is about
one mile west of I-75
Note: To avoid traffic in Ocala, you can use an alternate route around the city
to I-75. This alternative route around Ocala is a bit out of the way but can be
considerably faster.
S.R. 40 west to S.R. 326 (1 mile east of Silver Springs, there is a sign that
says TO I-75 North. Even though it says I-75 North, you can go south when you
reach I-75. The distance from S.R. 40 to I-75 is 11 miles) S.R. 326 to I-75
I-75 south to exit 62 - the Webster Exit Go right off of the exit The cemetery
is about one mile west of I-75
Another route that some find faster and may be good for those going to the
cemetery from New Smyrna and Port Orange is: I-4 to the East-West Expressway
East-West Expressway to the Florida Turnpike Florida Turnpike to State Road 50
State Road 50 to I-75 (approximately 48 miles on a 2-lane highway) The cemetery
is one exit north on I-75. Exit 62- the Webster Exit Barrancas
National Cemetery Barrancas -
Click for a Map
National Cemetery in Pensacola is a unique cemetery in that it is located at
the home of the Blue Angels. Although it is a good distance from Volusia
County, we have coordinated and directed burial services there.
Barrancas National Cemetery
Naval Air Station
Pensacola FL 32508-1099
(850) 452-3357 or 4196
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington Virginia 22211
Telephone: (703) 607-8000
Note: Bay Pines National Cemetery in Bay Pines, FL, and St. Augustine National
Cemetery in St. Augustine, FL, do not have space available.
Home and Real Property
Before March 1st of the year following a death, you should take a
certified copy of a death certificate to the Tax Assessor's Office in the
county or counties where property is located in order to insure proper
amendment of records. If you own your own home in Volusia County, you will be
entitled to a $500 widow/widowers exemption in addition to the normal $25,000
Homestead Exemption. The local office is located at 250 N. Beach Street, in
Daytona Beach. (386)254-4601.
Department of Motor Vehicles
To change titles on automobiles, mobile homes and boats contact the local
office of the Department of Motor Vehicles. The office is located at 250 N.
Beach Street in Daytona Beach. (386) 254-4610.
Life Insurance
Call the insurance company for a policy in your possession to obtain a claim
form. As a rule, the insurance agent will assist you with completing the form,
but we would be glad to help you. You will need a certified copy of the death
certificate. In addition, you should check the coverage of the home, current or
former employers, medical, union, health and accident policies & credit
accounts which might have death coverage.
Union, Corporate & Other Sources
If you know of addresses and phone numbers for unions, corporations or other
resources that would aid others in obtaining benefits, please email us and we
will post the information here on our site.
CRIME VICTIM COMPENSATION PROGRAM
The Crime Victim Assistance Program provides advocacy and prompt financial
assistance for victims of violent crime thru the Florida Division of Victim
Services and Criminal Justice Programs.
What Services Are Offered?
Financial compensation and referral services to eligible persons who have been
killed or injured as a result of violent crime. Emergency assistance.
Information regarding the appellate court process or the status of appellate
cases. Victim service programs and referral to local resources.
Who Qualifies?
Any victim who received personal injury or survivors of someone who was killed
as a result of a felony or misdemeanor crime punishable under federal or state
law including DUI and hit and run. (All other motor vehicle accidents are
excluded.) If.......
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The crime was reported to law enforcement within 72 hours.
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The application is made within one year of the date of the crime.
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The victim has fully cooperated with law enforcement and the State Attorney's
office.
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The victim was not engaged in an unlawful activity.
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The victim did not contribute to his or her injuries or death.
Who Can Apply?
Any adult victim who has been physically injured as a result of a crime. The
parent or guardian of a minor or incompetent victim who has been physically
injured as a result of a crime. The spouse, parent, sibling, or adult child of
a deceased victim. Any other relative applying on behalf of a deceased victim.
What Information Is Needed to Apply?
The law enforcement crime report Proof of crime-related expenses (medical,
dental and/or funeral bills.) Proof of third party payments such as insurance,
restitution, or settlements. Proof of the time lost from work due to the crime
and a doctor's statement certifying disability.
What Benefits Are Available?
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Loss of support for persons who were principally dependent on a deceased victim
who earned income at the time of the crime.
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Payment of funeral/burial expenses for a deceased victim.
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Lost wages for a victim who missed work as a result of the crime.
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Disability allowance when the victim is disabled as a result of the crime.
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Reimbursement for medical or dental treatment expenses (including ambulance
charges, hospital expenses and doctors fees).
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Reimbursement for prescriptions, eyeglasses, dentures, or prosthetic devices
needed as a result of the crime.
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Reimbursement for mental health counseling.
How To Apply
Victims, their family members or legal guardians must complete and submit a
claim to: Bureau of Victim Compensation, The Capitol, PL-01 Tallahassee FL
32399-1050 A claim form can be obtained from the local State Attorney or victim
advocate office. For More Information or Assistance: Call toll free:
1-800-226-6667 TDD users: 1-800-355-8771.
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