What should a representative do if a member asks for help with their application because they do not meet the requirements? - Answer>>> Advise the member that they cannot instruct them on which application to fill out du
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What should a representative do if a member asks for help with their application because they do not meet the requirements? - Answer>>> Advise the member that they cannot instruct them on which application to fill out due to the eligibility requirements.
Should social security income be included in the dependent's own funds on the support worksheet? - Answer>>> Yes, if it is spent for support, it is included in the dependent's own funds.
Are amounts borrowed by the dependent included in their total funds? - Answer>>> Yes, amounts borrowed during the year are included in the total funds belonging to the person supported.
What should a sponsor do if another person also claims the same individual for benefits? - Answer>>> List the other person's name, DOD ID number, and branch of service in Section 3g.
What is the final step to determine if the sponsor meets the support test? - Answer>>> Subtract the amount others provided from the total cost of support; if the remainder is more than 50% of the total cost, the sponsor meets the test.
What is the required documentation for a parent, parent-in-law, or stepparent claim? - Answer>>> Financial support documentation.
Are there exceptions to the residency requirement for parents claimed for housing and travel allowances? - Answer>>> Yes, a member/sponsor may claim a parent for these purposes even if they do not reside together.
What documents are required to verify a stepparent's relationship to the member if not previously in DEERS? - Answer>>> Birth certificate, letter from an adoption/placement agency, or applicable court documents.
What happens to the application if the claimed individual resides in a hospital? - Answer>>> The sponsor must provide the date of entry, anticipated discharge, and whether the individual will return to the sponsor's home.
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