Home Care for Veterans

Many aging veterans need help with day-to-day living as they get older, particularly if they are a widow or widower. They may need a hand with a range of activities such as hygiene, clothing, toileting, food planning and preparation, and doing laundry.

Unfortunately, this kind of custodial care is not typically covered by health insurance, such as Medicare, even though it may be necessary due to major health issues.

Visiting Angels of Sioux Fall, SD is the solution. We partner with the Veteran Affairs Aid and Attendance benefit to provide necessary, ongoing care for veterans and spouses who want to age with dignity in their own homes.

Visiting Angels is ready to help clients navigate the VA benefit application process, as well as applying for other forms of financial assistance. They work closely with local VA offices and other organizations to ensure that their clients receive the maximum benefit amount they can.

If you are a veteran or a surviving spouse in need of home care services, a free veterans’ home care consultation is the first step in connecting with the care you need.

Contact Visiting Angels to learn more about how they can help you, free of charge.

Who Qualifies For Veterans Benefits?

Anyone who served in the U.S. military may be eligible for financial assistance to help pay for home care. Veterans in Sioux Falls, SD may qualify for home care benefits through the VA if they meet these guidelines:

• Current and former members of the Reserves or National Guard who were called to active duty (other than for training only) by a federal order and completed the full period for which they were called or ordered to active duty.
• Served in the active military, naval, or air service and were separated under any condition other than dishonorable.

When is the Best Time to Apply?

The best time to apply for home care benefits through the VA is significantly before they are needed. Processing times can be quite long, and the application should be started as soon as possible to avoid the high costs of paying out of pocket while you wait for approval.

How Do Veterans Benefits Work?

U.S. military veterans in Sioux Falls, SD may qualify for personal care benefits through the Aid and Attendance or the Community Care Network programs. Here’s how each program works:

• Community Care Network benefits: Veterans who qualify for Community Care Network benefits will be assigned to a service care coordinator, who will determine the details of needed care, and will help the family get in touch with caregivers in their locale. Community Care Network benefits are paid directly to partner organizations to cover care costs.
• Aid and Attendance benefits: Any veteran who receives a VA pension may qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits. This benefit is for those who need assistance with day-to-day living, are bed-bound, live in a nursing home, or have limited eyesight. Veterans may also be eligible for “Housebound” benefits if they need to spend most of their time at home due to a permanent disability. In most instances, benefits are added directly to the veteran’s monthly pension.

Sioux Falls’ Veteran Care Community

In Sioux Falls, we love partnering with our friends at Sioux Falls Vet Center, Sioux Falls VA Regional Benefit Office, VA Website for HHA and many others as we provide excellent veteran services.

How Do Veterans Apply for In-Home Care Benefits in Sioux Falls, SD?

You can speak to our team today at 605-540-4444; we can answer your questions and book you for a complimentary consultation to cover all questions and start the process.

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