VA Benefits for Dependents and Survivors of Former POWs Program Description Dependents and survivors may be eligible for compensation, pension, health care, education, and home loan benefits. Typically, these benefits are available to a surviving spouse, dependent child(ren), and/or parent(s) of a deceased former POW or a former POW with a service-connected disability. Contact Info Providence VA Regional Office 800-827-1000 380 Westminster Street Providence, RI 02903 Visit VA Benefits for Dependents and Survivors of Former POWs Website