Why Don’t More Veterans Consider the Aid and Attendance Benefit?
Today, there are approximately 21.8 million former military service members in the United States (US News). These veterans may or may not have served during wartime, but veterans who did go back as far as World War II. Those who served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam would now be between the ages of 70 and 105+.
3 Key Insights About the Aid and Attendance Benefit
Veterans Home Care Services: For veterans of all ages who may be dealing with certain disabilities, physical limitations due to age, or other factors that make it difficult for them to get around on their own, home care is a good option.
How Much Do You Know About VA Pensions for Dad?
Your father is a veteran. He served in the Air Force a long time ago, and whether or not he talked much about his time in service, you know he took pride in it and formed some strong lifelong friendships with the other servicemen he spent time with.
Veterans Should Beware
Whenever people become vulnerable, they can fall victim to con artists looking to make a few quick bucks. One way con men prey on elderly, disabled, poor veterans is to target their benefits and pension that they may be entitled through the Department of Veterans Administration (VA).
5 Signs Dad Might Qualify for VA Aid and Attendance
Veterans Aid and Attendance: You heard about the Aid and Attendance Benefit through the VA, but you’re not sure if your father would qualify for this particular pension. You know he was denied other pensions in the past, and he’s reluctant to even bother with this application.
4 Steps in Talking About Home Care with Your Veteran Father
Veteran’s Elderly Care: When you want to talk to your aging father about home care, even though he’s a veteran of the United States military, there are some tips that can help.