Home Care for Veterans

Among the most significant challenges that a lot of veterans and their families face is the rising cost of at-home care, especially for those who need 24-hour care. This is a concern that has become increasingly urgent as the population of elderly veterans continues to increase.

The great news is that senior veterans who have served in the U.S. military, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, are actually eligible for at-home personal care benefits provided by the Veterans Administration.

At Visiting Angels, our goal is to provide exceptional and dedicated at-home care for aging veterans in Missouri City, Texas. Through our care, we hope to honor their service while respecting their independence and maintaining their dignity.

Eligibility for Veterans' Benefits

In order to qualify for financial assistance, including 24/7 at-home care, a veteran has to ideally meet the following criteria:

• They have served in the military, naval, marine, or air service.
• They were not dishonorably discharged (all other discharge conditions are acceptable).
• They are either current or former members of the Reserves or National Guard, were called to active duty by federal order, and have completed their required active duty period.

How Veterans’ Benefits Work

Senior veterans in the U.S. may qualify for health benefits that cover personalized at-home care through the Aid and Attendance or the Community Care Network programs:

Aid and Attendance Program

Veterans already receiving a VA pension may still qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits. Aid and Attendance benefits are available if they require special assistance, such as at-home care.

The VA may also provide support if they need help with daily activities, are bedridden, live in a nursing home, or have compromised vision. Also, veterans who spend most of their time at home because of a permanent disability may also qualify for housebound benefits. Aid and Attendance benefits are usually paid directly to the veteran and are added to their monthly pension.

Community Care Network Program

Veterans who already qualify for Community Care Network benefits may also be eligible for assistance with 24/7 at-home care costs. They will be assigned a dedicated service care coordinator, who will then compute the number of hours per week they need in terms of care.

The coordinator will also help the veteran and their family get in touch with caregivers in their area. The main difference between Aid and Attendance benefits and Community Care Network benefits is that the latter is paid directly to partner organizations and not to the veteran.

Missouri City’s Veteran Care Community

In Missouri City we love partnering with our friends at Houston Southwest Vet Center, Houston VA Regional Benefit Office, VA Website for HHAand many others as we provide excellent veteran services.

Applying for Veterans’ Benefits

Veterans’ benefits applications typically have a long processing time. As such, it's advisable to apply for at-home care benefits before you actually need them. We recommend getting started with the application process as early as possible to avoid personal expenses for home care while waiting for approval.

The Visiting Angels office in Missouri City, Texas, regularly assists numerous veterans and their families with the necessary documentation process for veteran benefits. Should you or a family member need support in completing the 10-10EZ form, please contact us.

Once we’re in touch, an assigned Visiting Angels staff member will help you gather the required identification, financial statements, and medical or other pertinent documents to ensure a smooth application process.

Exceptional Care for Veterans in Missouri City, Texas

Visiting Angels honors veterans by delivering personalized, compassionate, and high-quality care through our team of professional caregivers. Our caregivers are expertly trained to assist with personal care tasks, be it grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting, light housekeeping, or healthy meal preparation. This is our commitment: Your comfort and well-being remain our top priorities at all times.

Expert Non-Medical Assistance

Visiting Angels is a dedicated home care agency. We provide expert, non-medical assistance, as well as companionship to veteran seniors and adults needing help with daily activities.

In partnership with the Veteran Affairs Program and through the Veterans Affairs Supportive Home Care program, our agency strives to ensure that veterans receive premium quality home care.

Support for Veterans and Their Families

We understand the challenges life can present to family members wishing to provide the utmost care for their veteran loved ones. Hence, whether a caregiver or family member needs to travel for work or maybe needs a break, our caregivers are ready to step in and assist.

Our comprehensive services include:

• Medication reminders
• Nutritious meal planning and preparation
• Help with errands and appointments
• Homemaking tasks
• Light housekeeping
• Walking assistance
• Transferring assistance

Choose Visiting Angels for exceptional care that honors the service of our veterans.

Funded by Veteran Affairs

Visiting Angels caregivers are funded by Veteran Affairs and provide crucial support to veterans with daily living activities, companionship, transportation, and much-needed respite for family caregivers.

Our commitment also extends beyond daily care, as we understand that even dealing with documentation can be stressful. As such, we assist veterans and their surviving spouses in navigating the complex application process for VA benefits and other financial aid. We also collaborate closely with local VA offices and organizations to ensure veterans receive their entitled benefits.

If you're a veteran, a surviving spouse, or have a loved one in need of home care services, contact Visiting Angels to learn more about the Veterans Affairs Supportive Home Care program.

You may also schedule a free home care consultation with us, so we can help you determine your or your loved one's eligibility for veterans’ benefits and guide you through the application process.

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