Survivor Benefits Worksheet If you are a Reservist being called to active duty, you should be aware of significant survivor benefits in place for your family. Monthly tax-free income is provided from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as well as substantial tax-free funds for the college education of your children Additional monthly income is available from Social Security and the DOD Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). In addition, there are lump sum benefits and medical and dental benefits for your family. Do you know what they are? To obtain a valuable worksheet that you can use to estimate the benefits in place for your family, send an email to worksheet@navymutual.org with "send worksheet" in the subject line. You will learn just how well your family is protected. If you are a member of the sea services, you can also visit the Navy Mutual Aid Association for more information.                     courtesy Military.com : http://www.military.com/NewContent?file=Deployment_Family_Worst