Around 8 million people over the age of 65 in the U.S. are veterans of the armed forces. Retired U.S. veterans who need home health care can help cover these services by qualifying for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Assisting Hands Home Care is an approved provider of VA Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care services for former servicemen and women in Naperville, Lisle, Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, IL and the surrounding areas.
Through our VA programs, we can provide long-term care and respite care for veterans and their spouses. Talk to our professionals about our VA programs if you have senior relatives in Naperville, IL or the surrounding areas in DuPage County who are veterans of the armed forces and in need of home health care.
To qualify for our VA programs, veterans must apply for VA benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Those who qualify for VA benefits can receive care through the VA programs that we offer for home care and respite care. Through our VA programs, veterans will receive personalized home care from our highly trained and licensed caregivers. Our caregivers will help with any type of care needed including personal assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), meal preparation, housekeeping, and transportation. We will ensure that all of your loved one’s care needs are met, and our caregivers will treat your loved ones with compassion and respect while providing excellent care.
Veterans and the spouses of veterans who meet the right criteria are eligible to receive the VA pension with Aid and Attendance benefits from the VA. Those who receive these benefits may get up to $2200 per month which can be applied to the VA home care provided by Assisting Hands.
There are many veterans and spouses of veterans who may be eligible to receive these benefits but do not currently receive them. If you or a loved one has served in the armed forces and received an honorable discharge, you may be eligible for these benefits. Call or visit the nearest VA center to discuss your eligibility and apply.
Veterans and spouses of veterans who meet the following criteria are eligible for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance benefits:
Those who qualify for VA benefits are given a disability rating that rates the severity of their disability. The disability rating is expressed as a percentage that reflects the impact the disability has on their overall health and ability to function. This rating is used to help determine the amount of compensation received each month and whether the veteran is eligible for additional VA benefits.
The disability rating can apply to those with a single disability, and the VA can also assign a combined disability rating to those who have multiple disabilities. The VA bases disability ratings on the following:
Veterans of the armed forces and their spouses can receive home care through the following VA programs from Assisting Hands Home Care:
Veterans can receive 12 hours of home health care per week under this program. All possible care recipients will be evaluated for geriatric extended care (GEC) by a registered nurse (RN), social worker (SW), or a medical doctor (MD). Those who meet the following criteria will qualify for this program:
This VA program covers respite care and temporary home care for veterans. Applicants must go through an interdisciplinary assessment from social workers, medical doctors, and registered nurses. To qualify, you must meet one of the following:
Retired U.S. veterans who qualify for VA medical benefits can receive respite care through our VA programs in Naperville, IL and the surrounding DuPage County areas. We can help you decide which VA program works best for you and create a personalized care plan to cover specific needs.
Veterans Administration programs offer financial benefits, money that can be put toward paying for long-term care. Read this blog post to learn more about how pay for long-term care through VA programs.
Call Assisting Hands Home Care at (630) 634-9316 for more information about how we can help veterans with our VA programs in Naperville, IL or the surrounding areas in DuPage County.
Veterans may be able to use VA benefits to help cover the cost of home care. Depending on eligibility, programs such as VA Homemaker/Home Health Aide services, respite care, and Aid & Attendance may help veterans receive assistance at home. A veteran’s VA benefits, medical needs, and financial situation can affect which programs are available.
Veterans receiving eligible VA home care services may receive assistance with activities of daily living, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, companionship, and other non-medical support. Assisting Hands Home Care provides personalized care based on each veteran’s needs. Services may help veterans remain safely and comfortably at home while also providing support for family caregivers.
A veteran with a 70% or higher VA disability rating may qualify for certain VA home care programs, but a disability rating alone does not automatically guarantee services. The VA also considers the veteran’s functional needs and whether they require assistance with activities of daily living or have significant cognitive impairment. A VA assessment helps determine eligibility and the appropriate level of care.
VA benefits may help eligible veterans or surviving spouses pay for care, depending on the specific benefit and eligibility requirements. Aid & Attendance, for example, can increase a qualifying VA pension for veterans and surviving spouses who need assistance with daily activities. Families should review the veteran’s individual circumstances with the VA because eligibility requirements vary by program.
Eligible veterans with dementia or significant cognitive impairment may qualify for certain VA home care services. Cognitive impairment can be one of the factors considered when the VA evaluates a veteran for programs such as Homemaker/Home Health Aide and respite care. The veteran’s overall medical condition, functional limitations, VA enrollment, and other eligibility requirements are also considered.
The time it takes to receive VA home care depends on the veteran’s eligibility, medical needs, required assessments, and the specific VA program being requested. There is no single approval timeline for every veteran. The process may involve a review of the veteran’s health care eligibility, a clinical assessment, and development of an appropriate care plan. Families can speak with the veteran’s VA care team to find out what steps are required and whether additional documentation is needed.
VA home and community-based services may help some eligible veterans remain at home and delay or avoid nursing home placement. Depending on the veteran’s needs, services can provide assistance with daily activities, health care, caregiver support, and other needs that make living independently more difficult. The VA specifically offers home-based programs designed to support veterans in their homes, although the safest care setting ultimately depends on the veteran’s medical and personal care needs.
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