Veterans
Senior Veteran’s Aid and Attendance Benefits
The VA Aid & Attendance Benefit provides financial tax-free assistance for veterans, spouses, and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities or care. Many eligible families don’t know this benefit exists, and those who do often struggle with complex application requirements. Our team specializes in partnering you with a benefits specialist who can help you navigate the application process successfully.
What Is the VA Aid & Attendance Benefit?
Aid & Attendance is part of the VA’s Special Monthly Pension. It is designed for individuals who are:
-So limited by health conditions that they need regular help from another person, or
-Living in a nursing home because of physical or mental incapacity, or
–Bedridden, apart from short-term medical treatment, or
-Experiencing serious vision impairment that meets VA guidelines.
This benefit can help cover the costs of long-term care such as:
-Assisted living
-Home care
-Adult day services
-Nursing care
Who May Qualify?
To be considered for Aid & Attendance, a person must first qualify for the basic VA pension as a veteran or surviving spouse. From there, the VA looks at whether they:
-Need help with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as: Bathing, Dressing, Feeding, Using the bathroom, Moving safely around their home
-Are bedridden due to their condition
-Are a patient in a nursing home due to physical or mental limitations
-Have significant vision loss
The VA may also consider safety risks at home, such as frequent falls or difficulty safely using appliances like the stove, which can show a need for regular assistance.
How to Apply for Aid & Attendance
When applying for Aid & Attendance, it is important to provide supporting medical documentation. The VA recommends including:
-A statement or report from an attending physician
D-etails about the person’s health conditions
-Information about the type of help they need with daily activities
-Any safety concerns in the home (such as fall risk)
This information helps the VA understand why additional Aid & Attendance support is needed.
How Aid & Attendance Can Help at Woodland Towers
For eligible veterans and surviving spouses, the VA Aid & Attendance Benefit may help reduce monthly out-of-pocket costs for living at Woodland Towers. While we cannot determine eligibility or approve benefits, our team is always here to support you. We can provide general information about the program, share helpful resources, and coordinate with you or your family as you explore your options.
If you or your loved one may qualify, this benefit can make senior living more affordable. To learn more about Woodland Towers and how the VA Aid & Attendance Benefit may help lower your monthly fees, contact us today to schedule an appointment.