To file a claim for additional disability compensation for a dependent parent, you’ll need to fill out and submit a Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (VA Form 21P-509) by mail.

Read information regarding supporting documentation to show dependency at the end of this form prior to completing.

Both dependency and guardianship may result in a person being appointed as a “guardian” for a minor (or minors), but there are important differences between Dependency and Guardianship.

Extended court jurisdiction allows young adults to remain in foster care until 21 years of age or 22 years of age if they have a documented disability.

If you answer “no” to every question, you are dependent and must provide parental information on the FAFSA. If you answer “yes” to any question, you are independent and should not include parental …

child’ s physical or emotional health without removal. The child is already a dependent child and has run away or been removed from a court ordered placement. The petition alleges physical or sexual …

Dependency or termination settlement conferences can be scheduled directly with any King County Superior Court judge listed on the volunteer settlement conference list: