CHAMPVA & the loss of a spouse/dependent

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Calif-Native VIP Member

Member since 12 February 2012

Calif-NativeVIP Member18 January 2021 06:22:28

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2020 was indeed one of the most difficult years in my life. As I prepare to return to my home in Tagaytay, I am returning as a widower. It has been even more challenging as I have had to process my wife as a dependent thru VA (without a SSN) and get all docs prepared for the CHAMPVA application. I would like to remind any American expats that have not processed their Philippine spouse into the US DEERS and have them in the system as being "On Award", it is time to do it. I am blessed to be back in California, where I closed escrow n my new home and where I have an easy drive to the VA office. However, the loss of a spouse is never a thing we are prepared for and to have to process VA documents after the fact, has added much stress. I wish all the best in 2021 and look forward to returning by June.

bigpearl ViP

Member since 27 January 2018

bigpearlViP18 January 2021 21:31:03

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Sorry for your loss Calif and hope your return goes smoothly.

Cheers, Steve.

TeeJay4103 Serial expat

Member since 11 February 2014

TeeJay4103Serial expat18 January 2021 23:22:01

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Condolences on your loss.

My wife and I remember chatting with you both in Tagaytay, we hope for only the best for you and your family in the coming year.

Best regards always.

TJ and Terry.

manwonder ViP

Member since 21 January 2020

manwonderViP20 January 2021 06:06:48

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Sorry about your loss...do stay safe & strong. Hope you do manage to get back here as planned.
Lets all just count the blessings that we already have (some more than others) also bear in mind that there are millions upon millions who don't have as many options as some of us do.

Cheryl Moderator

Member since 15 October 2018

CherylModerator20 January 2021 06:14:01

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Hello Calif-Native,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss.

Please accept our deepest condolences.

Expat.com Team.

Fil-Am Mom Active member

Member since 06 June 2020

Fil-Am MomActive member20 January 2021 21:44:52

Condolences on your loss.

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