Posts Tagged ‘Aid and Attendance’
Understanding Your Options: Home Care vs. Assisted Living
Seniors fear the loss of independence more than they fear death. According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), 90% of seniors desire to remain in their own homes as they age. Therefore, they might not be honest about the challenges they are having at home or with driving. As you start to consider…
Read MorePODCAST: How to Pay for Home Care
Navigating the expense of quality home care for loved ones who wish to age in place can be difficult. For some families, exploring resources that may help to cover the costs is vital. In this episode, Cheryl Hammons, Senior Partnership Director at Veterans Care Coordination shares valuable insight on the options that may be available…
Read MoreHelping Aging Veterans Cope with Physical Challenges Can Often Be Helped with Home Care Aides
Aging Veterans Care: When somebody is struggling with their own basic care, when they face physical challenges as a result of an injury, age, health issue, or some other factor, just getting out of bed, taking a shower, or even going to the bathroom can be frustrating.
Read MoreVeterans Diagnosed with Dementia May Be Eligible for Financial Assistance to Pay for Home Care
Aid and Attendance Benefit: George was a veteran who served during the Korean War. He was one of the servicemembers who saw active combat.
Read MoreCommon Confusion Regarding the Aid and Attendance Benefit
VA Benefit for Home Care: With many pensions available through the VA, veterans may be confused about which ones can help with home care and the costs associated. One of the pensions that can cause a great deal of confusion is known as the Aid and Attendance Benefit.
Read MoreJust Because a Veteran Meets the ‘Main’ Requirements for Aid and Attendance Doesn’t Mean Approval Is Guaranteed
Aid and Attendance: In years past, there was a lot of confusion and even frustration among veterans applying for the Aid and Attendance Benefit. This pension provides financial support to qualifying veterans to rely on a home care aide, visiting nurse, or another professional within the comfort of their home.
Read MoreAs a Korean War Veteran, a Senior Could Be Eligible for Aid and Attendance
Aid and Attendance: What is the Aid and Attendance Benefit? This is a pension made available through the VA. It was initially started following World War I as a way to provide financial support for returning soldiers who had been injured and disabled during battle.
Read MoreThe Basics of the Aid and Attendance Pension for Veterans
Aid and Attendance: The Aid and Attendance Benefit is a pension available for veterans through the VA. It’s not available to all veterans, but it can be instrumental at helping those who qualify to pay for home care support services.
Read MoreHow Tough Is It to Fill Out the Aid and Attendance Pension Application?
Aid and Attendance: There are plenty of people out there who look at an application form and are immediately intimidated by the number of questions being asked. They might not be sure how to answer certain questions.
Read MoreThree Things Some Veterans Think When They First Learn About Aid and Attendance
Aid and Attendance: Not every veteran knows about the various pension programs made available through the VA. Some veterans may be completely unaware that there’s a pension that can provide financial support to pay for home care services when they have a specific need.
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