Yes, a widow of a veteran may be eligible for a military ID, typically referred to as a dependent ID card, if she meets certain criteria. This usually includes being married to the veteran at the time of their death and not remarrying afterward. The widow must provide necessary documentation, such as the veteran's discharge papers and marriage certificate, to the appropriate military personnel office. Eligibility can vary based on the branch of service and specific circumstances, so it's advisable to check with the local military ID issuing office for detailed requirements.
Yes, the widow of a deceased veteran may be eligible for TRICARE, particularly if the veteran was retired from military service or died while on active duty. Eligibility typically depends on the circumstances of the veteran's service and the widow's status. The widow may qualify for TRICARE for Life (TFL) if she is over 65 or otherwise eligible for Medicare. It's essential for her to check with the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) to confirm her eligibility and enroll in the appropriate TRICARE plan.
URW stands for Un-Remarried Widow.
Show your military ID card at the cash register at time of purchase for a 10% discount.
On a military ID card, "CH" stands for "Child." It indicates that the cardholder is a dependent child of a service member or veteran. This designation is used to identify the relationship for access to benefits and services related to military affiliation.
Military nurse in war,YES...a military veteran. Civilian nurse in war, YES...a VETERAN of her occupation but not a MILITARY Veteran. Another words, the word "Veteran" is not strictly a military term. A person can be a veteran doctor, veteran lawyer, veteran school teacher, etc. Veteran means someone that has been doing that job/occupation for a long time.
The widow's of veterans have few extra or new benefits. If their spouse had retired with benefits, they would continue to receive the ability to access military health care and shop on military bases, as well as receive some portion of their spouses' retirement pay. Otherwise there is little to assist a veteran's widow. My mother lost her health benefits pre 1982. I took her to a Navy hospital for a surgery. The surgeon told me, after surgury, that congress had cut widows health benefits. Soon after she received a new military ID, On the back it said "Benifits No" Widow WWII Vet
If you served in the U.S. military and were honorably discharged, you are a military veteran.
Anyone who has served their nation in a military uniform is a veteran.
Serving "over-seas" is NOT A REQUIREMENT for veteran status. Serving honorably in the US military makes you a military veteran.
Any person that has served their country IN the US military forces honorably; is a military veteran. Civilian contractors working for the military are NOT military vets.
Anyone from any nation, who has worn the military uniform, is a veteran.
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