What is 'dependent veteran' in SAP IS-HER-CM-US - USA?

dependent veteran - Overview

• Component: IS-HER-CM-US

• Component Name: USA

• Description: Student whose parent or spouse was/is a veteran.

dependent veteran - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A dependent veteran is a veteran who is eligible for benefits under the Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The DIC program provides financial assistance to surviving spouses, children, and parents of veterans who died in service or from a service-connected disability. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The IS-HER-CM-US USA component of SAP allows employers to identify and track dependent veterans in their workforce. Employers can use this information to provide additional benefits or services to these veterans, such as access to job training or educational opportunities. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the IS-HER-CM-US USA component of SAP, employers should ensure that they are accurately tracking and reporting the status of dependent veterans in their workforce. This will help ensure that these veterans receive the benefits and services they are entitled to. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about the Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) program, please visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website at https://www.va.gov/disability/dependency-and-indemnity-compensation/.