DD Form 137-3. Dependency Statement - Parent (Instructions)

DD Form 137-3 - Dependency Statement - Parent (Instructions) is a document designed to provide instructions for military personnel regarding the completion of a Dependency Statement for parents, allowing them to claim their parents as dependents for certain benefits.

This form consists of instructions and guidelines on how to accurately complete the Dependency Statement to establish the dependency status of the parent. It outlines the necessary steps and information required for the process.

Important fields in this form include details about the parent's financial and emotional dependency on the military member, as well as supporting documentation that may be needed. Accurate completion of this form is vital to ensure that benefits are properly extended to eligible parents.

Application Example: A military member seeks to include their elderly parent as a dependent to access healthcare benefits. The member refers to DD Form 137-3 for instructions on how to complete the Dependency Statement accurately. Proper completion ensures that the parent's dependency is appropriately documented for benefit eligibility.

Related forms alternatives might include DD Form 1172, which is used for the identification card application process. The key difference is that DD Form 137-3 specifically addresses parent dependency for benefits, while DD Form 1172 focuses on the application for military ID cards.