Casualty Assistance Calls Officer Benefits Visit Checklist printable pdf download

Casualty Assistance Calls Officer Benefits Visit Checklist

Casualty Assistance Calls Officer

Benefits Visit Checklist



Uniform:

Service Khaki or Navy Service Uniform for E-6

 Benefits Brief

o Upon receipt of the benefits package (to be sent to the CACO within 10 days of receipt of the PCR),

call the regional CAC office to arrange to attend a brief on assisting the PNOK in completing

applications for benefits.

o Download applicable forms as indicated in the benefits package checklist provided by Navy

Casualty (PERS-13) prior to attending the brief.

o Make an appointment with the PNOK for the benefits visit. Date/ Time:_______________________

 Privacy Act Authorization

o Have the PNOK sign the Privacy Act Authorization, if not already done, and attach a copy to all

benefit claim forms.

 DD-1300

o Make copies of the DD-1300 as needed.

o Attach a copy of the DD-1300 to all benefit claim forms.

 Housing

o Advise the family on housing options.

o Family choice:____________________________________________________________________

 Investigations

o Provide family with the status of any investigations, and assist with completing the FOIA request, if

not done on a previous visit.

 Inventory of Personal Effects

o When the command Inventory Control Board completes the inventory and a DD 1300 with a Line of

Accounting is received, contact the Personal Property Office to arrange for delivery.

o Monitor status of personal effects and address inquiries to member’s command. (Should be

inventoried and shipped within 14 days.)



Contact Naval Legal Services Office for guidance as needed (e.g., appointment for family for

Legal Issues:

probate or guardianship issues).

Appointment Date/Time:__________________________________________________________

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Casualty Assistance Calls Officer Benefits Visit Checklist