Veterans who have served in the U.S. armed forces have earned the right to receive benefits to help them in their golden years. When you are eligible, VA benefits can cover care for yourself as well as your spouse, so that both of you can enjoy a healthier and happier life together after retirement. In order to qualify, you must have served during a time of war and been discharged under conditions other than dishonorable or have received a Purple Heart. If you were injured or became ill while serving in the armed forces, you may also qualify for benefits.
Assisting Hands Home Care Sarasota provides VA senior home care and respite care services for eligible veterans in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, North Port, FL, and the surrounding areas. Assisting Hands Home Care Sarasota is proud to be an approved provider of VA care services. As a home care agency, we pledge to provide the highest level of quality home care to those who qualify. If you or your loved ones in the Sarasota, FL area are veterans and in need of home care, call our professionals to learn more about the VA programs we offer.

Our veteran care services offer a wide range of non-medical options, helping to continue the quality of life and purposeful living.
VA Home Care in Sarasota, FL areas
Veterans and their surviving spouses can access a variety of home care services and benefits with VA-approved Assisting Hands services to help manage daily living activities, healthcare needs, and more. Assistance with determining eligibility and accessing these benefits is available through Assisting Hands and several of our partnered organizations and programs.
We provide compassionate, quality elderly home care for veterans and their spouses who qualify for the VA programs. We create a home care plan that meets your needs and work with veterans and their families to address their care needs. Our VA care services can include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), transportation, meal preparation, and light housekeeping. We have dedicated caregivers who are trained in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to provide 24/7 coverage and keep qualified veterans and their spouses safe, comfortable, and engaged in life.
VA Home Health Aide (HHA)/ Home Health Program
Veterans may be eligible for up to 12 hours of home health care per week through the Veterans Health Administration’s Home Hospice and Palliative Care services (HHPC). Our joint program with the VA allows you to receive high-quality home health care in addition to other parts of your comprehensive package. In order to qualify for this benefit, you must undergo an assessment for geriatric extended care (GEC). This assessment includes an evaluation from a social worker (SW), registered nurse (RN), and medical doctor (MD).
Assisting Hands is a VA-approved provider that has been providing care to veterans for over a decade, who have PTSD, disabilities, and other illnesses. Services include help with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. Once qualified and approved for the HHA program, the veteran will get continuous hours to receive these types of care services with no end date.
They will also need to meet one of the following criteria:
- Dependency with 3 or more activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Significant cognitive impairment

Our veteran care services include assistance with activities of daily living, Alzheimer’s & dementia care, meal planning and light housekeeping.
VA Respite Program in Sarasota, FL
Family caregivers of veterans can access temporary relief through respite care services, which offer short-term care for the veteran either at home or in a VA facility. These services are available for a designated number of hours over a set period (e.g., 4 weeks within a 6-month span). Caregivers can use these respite hours to visit loved ones, take a short vacation, or focus on their own self-care and well-being. If you’re a family caregiver in need of respite care, speak to a VA Social Worker to request these services.
The Veterans Affairs Respite Care Program offers temporary home or respite care to eligible veterans in need of it. Eligible veterans must complete a VA evaluation from registered nurses, social workers, and medical doctors, and meet one of the following criteria:
- Dependency with 3 or more ADLs
- Significant cognitive impairment
Assisting Hands Home Care Sarasota can help your loved ones who qualify for VA benefits by offering them a variety of in-home care services and support. This will help you or your loved one take care of daily tasks, household chores, and errands. We have caring and compassionate professionals who understand the need to provide these services at home.
Skilled Home Health Care
Assisting Hands Home Care proudly partners with a variety of skilled nursing home health services dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and clinical care for veterans in the comfort of their own homes. Recognizing the unique needs of our veterans, our network includes highly trained skilled nurses and therapists who are equipped to deliver a wide range of essential services, such as treatments, wound care, physical therapy, and more.
Mobile Physicians and Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC)
The Mobile Physicians and Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) program is designed to meet the unique healthcare needs of veterans with complex medical conditions that hinder their ability to visit traditional clinics or healthcare facilities. This program is particularly beneficial for those with mobility challenges, chronic illnesses, or cognitive impairments, ensuring they receive necessary care without the stress and potential risks associated with travel.
Assisting Hands Sarasota or a VA Social Worker can coordinate this on your behalf.
Hospice and Palliative Care
Assisting Hands Home Care understands the unique challenges faced by veterans with life-limiting illnesses and their families. To address these needs, we partner with several esteemed hospice and palliative care providers to ensure that veterans receive compassionate, patient-centered care that prioritizes comfort and quality of life. This includes pain management, symptom control, and emotional support, all aimed at enhancing the veteran’s quality of life during challenging times.
Assisting Hands Sarasota or a VS Social Worker can coordinate this on your behalf.
Get a Free Consultation from Assisting Hands in Sarasota, FL
Would you like help connecting with a specific organization or more detailed guidance on any of these services? We’re here to help you and your loved one determine if you qualify for the VA program. Call us at (941) 315-2336 or request an evaluation to start the process today.