Serving Tacoma and South Puget Sound, Washington
Visiting Angels TACOMA, WA
1401 S Union Ave #ATacoma, WA 98405
Phone: 253-537-3700
Fax: 253-535-6908
Veterans Benefits for Home Care
Veteran Home Care Services in Pierce County
At Visiting Angels of Tacoma, we proudly serve our nation’s heroes. For over 20 years, we’ve provided compassionate in-home care to veterans across the South Puget Sound. Your service deserves our support—now and always. We will work diligently to design a care plan tailored to your loved one's lifestyle and needs and deliver compassionate care that brings comfort and joy to their life.
OUR DEBT TO THE
HEROIC MEN AND VALIANT
WOMEN IN THE SERVICE
OF OUR COUNTRY CAN
NEVER BE REPAID. THEY
HAVE EARNED OUR
UNDYING GRATITUDE.
AMERICA WILL NEVER
FORGET THEIR SACRIFICES.
-PRESIDENT HARRY S TRUMAN
Why So Many Veterans Call Pierce County Home
With Joint Base Lewis-McChord located right here, Pierce County is home to nearly 80,000 veterans - one of the largest veteran populations in the region. Many choose to stay here after service—and we’re honored to be part of their support system.
Experience You Can Trust
We’ve cared for thousands of veterans and their families since opening our doors. Our team is knowledgeable about VA benefits and can help guide you through the process of accessing care and financial assistance.
Veteran Benefits That Support In-Home Care
1. Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit
A special VA pension for eligible veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities. To qualify for the benefit, applicants must meet certain financial and clinical criteria. Eligibility guidelines require that the veteran served on active duty a minimum of 90 consecutive days, to include at least one full day during a wartime period. The applicant must also meet financial limits and need assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, and dressing.
Learn More
Download VA Form 21-2680 (PDF)
Mail forms to:
Department of Veterans Affairs
Pension Intake Center
PO Box 5365
Janesville, WI 53547-5365
2. Homemaker and Home Health Aide (HHA) Program
The Homemaker and Home Health Aide (HHA) program provides home care services directly to enrolled veterans with a referral from their VA doctor. Our Visiting Angels caregivers are able to assist veterans with personal care.
Services may include*:
- Bathing and dressing
- Ambulation support
- Light chores
- Caregiver relief
*Provided through the VA healthcare system. Must be enrolled in VA care and receive a referral from your VA physician.
Who Qualifies for Veterans Care Assistance?
You may be eligible if you are:
- A U.S. military veteran who served active duty in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or Coast Guard
- A surviving spouse of a qualifying veteran
- Medically and financially qualified according to VA guidelines
Candidates for Enhanced Eligibility
Enhanced eligibility means being in a higher priority group, which improves an applicant's chance of receiving VA health benefits. Your loved one may be a candidate for enhanced eligibility if they:
- Receive a VA pension.
- Receive or qualify for Medicaid.
- Receive VA payments for a service-related disability.
- Received a discharge for a disability resulting from a line-of-duty incident.
- Received a discharge for a disability that worsened in the line of duty.
- Received a Purple Heart or Medal of Honor.
- Were a combat veteran who received a discharge or release on or after Sept. 11, 2001.
- Are a former prisoner of war.
- Served in Southwest Asia during the Gulf War between Aug. 2, 1990, and Nov. 11, 1998.
- Served at least 30 days at Camp Lejeune between Aug. 1, 1953, and Dec. 31, 1987.
What benefits are available to Veterans?
The Veterans Administration system covers a wide range of support areas, including:
- Burials and memorials
- Careers and employment
- Disability
- Education and training
- Health care
- Housing assistance
- Life insurance
- Pension
Local Veteran Resources in Pierce County
- American Lake VA Medical Center – VA Puget Sound Health Care
- Puyallup VA Office – Puyallup VA Clinic
- Tacoma Vet Center – Tacoma Vet Center
Veteran Service Organizations:
These organizations can help you complete your VA application and forms free of charge.
Get Started Today
Step 1: Call (253) 537-3700
Step 2: Schedule My FREE in-home consultation
Step 3: Let us help you navigate your benefits and match you with the right caregiver
Helpful Links
* Please note: Not all Visiting Angels franchised locations accept Community Care Network Benefits for veterans or work with the Aid and Attendance Program.
Serving Tacoma and South Puget Sound, Washington
Visiting Angels TACOMA, WA
1401 S Union Ave #ATacoma, WA 98405
Phone: 253-537-3700
Fax: 253-535-6908