DD Form 137-5. Dependency Statement - Incapacitated Child Over Age 21 (Instructions)

DD Form 137-5 - Dependency Statement - Incapacitated Child Over Age 21 (Instructions) provides instructions for military personnel on how to complete a Dependency Statement to claim an incapacitated child over the age of 21 as a dependent for benefits.

The form consists of detailed instructions guiding military members on how to accurately complete the Dependency Statement to establish the dependent status of an incapacitated child. It provides step-by-step guidance on the necessary information and documentation required.

Key fields in this form include information about the incapacitated child's medical condition, financial dependency, and supporting documents. Accurate completion of this form is crucial to ensure that benefits are rightfully extended to the incapacitated child.

Application Example: A military member has an incapacitated child over the age of 21 who requires ongoing medical care. The member follows the instructions on DD Form 137-5 to complete the Dependency Statement accurately. Proper completion ensures that the child's dependency is appropriately documented for benefit eligibility.

Related forms alternatives might include DD Form 1172-2, used for the identification card application process. However, DD Form 137-5 is specifically tailored to establish the dependency of incapacitated children for benefits, while DD Form 1172-2 is focused on ID card applications.