Learn about Aid and Attendance, VA Disability, dependent and indemnity compensation, and more. Elder law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler talks with Suzanne Newman about veterans benefits, claims, and appeals under the current rules. If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with.
This segment provides an overview of three basic veterans benefits:
VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance)
- To help aged or disabled “wartime” veterans or their surviving spouses pay for high medical costs
VA Compensation (a.k.a. VA Disability)
- For veterans with disabilities that are the result of a disease or injury incurred or aggravated during active service
Dependent and indemnity compensation
- For surviving spouses, children, or parents IF veteran’s death was connected to service, or if veteran died during active duty or training
- Special monthly compensation
- For veteran who needs help from another person with Activities of Daily Living, or has certain disabilities (e.g., loss of limb)
- For surviving spouse, child, or parent who needs help from another person with ADLs
VA Long-Term Care in VA Health Program
- Geriatric Evaluation
- Adult Day Health Care
- Respite Care
- Skilled Home Health Care
- Residential services
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