Thanksgiving is a season of gratitude—gathering around the table, sharing stories, and remembering the people who sacrificed so much for our freedoms. Here at Assisting Hands Home Care in Davis & Weber Counties, we are especially thankful for our local veterans and their families.

For many veterans, “thankful” also means being able to stay safely in the place they love most: home. The good news is that the VA offers home-based support programs, and you don’t have to figure them out alone. Our in-house VA advocate walks veterans and families step-by-step through enrollment and benefits so they can access the care they’ve earned.

Why Thanksgiving Is the Perfect Time to Talk About Help at Home

When families gather for Thanksgiving, it’s often the first time in a while that everyone really sees how Mom, Dad, or a beloved veteran is doing.

You might notice:

• They’re a little unsteady on their feet

• Housework isn’t getting done like it used to

• Medications are getting confusing

• A spouse or adult child looks overwhelmed with caregiving

These little “red flags” are actually invitations to have a loving, practical conversation: How can we help you stay independent, safely, at home?

That’s where VA home care benefits and our local team come in.

VA Home Care Benefits That Can Help Veterans Stay at Home

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers several programs that can help eligible veterans remain safely at home instead of moving to a facility. One of the best-known is the VA Homemaker and Home Health Aide program, which can provide help with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, meal prep, and light housekeeping so veterans can maintain their independence. Veterans Affairs

Depending on eligibility and need, VA programs may help with:

• Personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming)

• Mobility and safe transfers

• Light housekeeping and laundry

• Meal preparation and grocery shopping

• Support for family caregivers through respite time

In some situations, veterans may also qualify for additional financial help through VA Aid & Attendance, which can provide extra funds on top of a pension for those who need assistance with daily activities or are housebound. Veterans Affairs+1

It can all feel confusing—but that’s exactly why we have an in-house VA advocate.

How Our VA Advocate Helps Local Veterans

At Assisting Hands Home Care, we’re proud to be veteran-owned and to offer a dedicated VA advocate on our team. His job is simple: make the VA process easier.

Here’s what that can look like:

1. Free, no-pressure conversation
   We start by listening—your service history, your current health, and what’s happening day-to-day at home.

2. Help with VA health care enrollment
   If you’re not yet enrolled in VA health care, we help you understand what’s needed and connect with the right VA resources.

3. Review of possible benefits
   We talk through options like the Homemaker/Home Health Aide program, respite care, and other home- and community-based services that may be available in our area. Veterans Affairs

4. Guidance with paperwork
   While we can’t approve benefits (that’s the VA’s role), we can help you get organized, understand the forms, and know which questions to ask.

5. Coordination of care
   Once benefits are approved, we coordinate with the VA and your care team so services line up with your schedule, your needs, and your goals.

What This Looks Like for Families in Davis & Weber Counties

Every situation is a little different, but here are a few real-life examples of how VA support can change the picture:

• A Korean War veteran in Layton receives regular help with showering and dressing, letting his wife focus more on being a spouse than a full-time caregiver.

• A Vietnam veteran in Ogden receives homemaker services and meal prep so he can safely remain in his own apartment instead of moving into a facility.

• A surviving spouse in Kaysville learns about potential VA benefits she didn’t even realize might apply to her situation and gets help taking the next steps.

In every case, the veteran and family don’t have to navigate this alone—we walk alongside them.

This Thanksgiving, Turn Gratitude into Action

If you have a veteran in your life, Thanksgiving is the perfect time to say, “Thank you for your service,” and also, “Let’s make sure you’re getting every bit of help you’ve earned.”

At Assisting Hands Home Care of Davis & Weber Counties, we’re honored to:

• Help veterans enroll in VA health care

• Explore available home care benefits

• Coordinate in-home support so they can stay safe, comfortable, and independent

Ready to talk?
Reach out to Assisting Hands Home Care through our website at AssistingHands.com/davis to schedule a free, no-obligation conversation with our team and VA advocate. This holiday season, let us help your hero stay home.