Veterans and Spouses Eligible for VA Home Care Benefits

Veteran In-Home Care Services for Appleton, WI, and Surrounding Outagamie County Communities

At Visiting Angels Appleton, we understand the sensitive nature of caring for military veterans. Service members may require care needs earlier in life than civilians. Many struggle with PTSD, Alzheimer’s disease, and other health issues that require non-medical in-home care.

Visiting Angels Appleton is an approved veteran home care provider in Outagamie County, WI, providing attentive care to seniors while allowing them to maintain their independence.

Are you eligible for VA Benefits? Contact us at (920) 944-8000 to learn which VA programs are right for you or your loved one.

Visiting Angels covers a wide range of services for your loved one that your VA benefits may be eligible to cover. Some of those services include:

• Activities of daily living (ADL), which covers bathing, toileting, dressing, and eating
• Active and passive exercises
• Meal prepping, light housekeeping, and laundry services
• Medication reminders
• Errand running
• Companionship and emotional support
• Respite care to give your loved ones some self-care time
• Specialized care for seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia

VA Benefits are given to those who meet set requirements by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. There are programs for active duty military, naval, or air service individuals and their spouses. 

What VA Programs Are Available for Families Wanting to Work with Visiting Angels Appleton?

Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care (H/HHA) is a program intended to assist Veterans who need help with ADL or for those Veterans who are isolated or have caregivers needing some respite. 

Veterans can be accepted in the H/HHA program and additional VA programs as long as all qualifying criteria are met. Many home care programs may be of value to you and your family. Read up on additional information from Veterans Affairs to get all the details for your eligibility and needs. At Visiting Angels, we can help you navigate these programs to obtain the best care possible and remain safe and comfortable in your home. 

Eligibility for VA Home Care Programs

Each state has its own requirements when it comes to VA benefits and eligibility for programs. Additionally, families may qualify for financial assistance for health care through programs such as Housebound or Aid & Attendance.

Some of the qualifications of these programs include:

• Veterans (or surviving spouses) must require aid and assistance from another person in their home and be eligible for a Veterans Affairs pension.
• The veteran must have served 90 days with at least 1 day during wartime.
• The Veteran or the Spouse must have less than $80,000 in assets, excluding their vehicle or home.

See if you qualify for help from Visiting Angels today by contacting Veterans Affairs at 1-877-222-VETS (8387) or visiting their website to start the application process. 

Home Care Services for Appleton, WI Veterans

Visiting Angels Appleton, WI provides caregivers who constantly exceed expectations by providing unparalleled non-medical, in-home assistance to seniors and veterans. Our experience in helping your loved one maintain independence is unmatched.

Our angels prioritize the well-being of their clients by putting their emotional, social, spiritual, and physical needs first. 

We proudly serve the Veterans in our community with gentle hands and compassionate hearts. Is your senior a military veteran who wants to feel safe and comfortable within the walls of their home?

Learn more about our senior care programs or contact us to receive information about our partnership with the VA and all that we can do for your family.