Veterans Benefits for Assisted Living?

3/12/2010 3:21:34 AM #

They (Veterans) are generally eligible depending on their income and what type of service they did.  You can contact the Governor's Veterans Outreach and Assistance Center at 1-800-442-6815 for information.

Answer by: Betty Dockmonish, Redstone Highlands, Murrysville

More Information on Redstone Highlands and other Assisted Living Homes:
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3/12/2010 3:22:10 AM #

The answer can be found here.  Give them a call.

VFW Department Service Officer
1000 Liberty Avenue, Room 1601
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412 395-6259/6260
  
Answer by: Mike Mauer, VFW Post 914 Quartermaster

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3/12/2010 3:22:52 AM #

Veterans in Westmoreland County can contact the Veterans Affairs Office, at the Courthouse in Greensburg, 724-830-3530

Answer by: Mark, Westmoreland County Area Agency on Aging

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3/12/2010 3:23:35 AM #

I’m not sure of the requirements but it is true that you can receive a benefit in AL (Assisted Living) facilities from the VA, the local VFW should be able to point you in the right direction.

Answer by: Jennifer Diliscia, Cedars of Monroeville

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3/12/2010 3:24:17 AM #

Locate a VFW Post in your area: http://emem.vfw.org/findpost.aspx

Answer by: Ron H.

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3/12/2010 3:25:58 AM #

"Aid and Attendance" an Under-Used Benefit  (from US Dept of Veterans Affairs website)

The Veterans' Pension Benefit could provide tax-free annual income of up to $21,615 for a couple; $18,234 for a veteran; and $11,715 for a widow or widower if either of your parents served in the armed services during a time of war.

Funding can be used to pay for specified medical expenses including: assisted living, home health aides, co-payments, and insurance premiums, prescription drugs, and more.

To Qualify:
Must have served at least 90 days in a branch of the armed services with at least one day of service during a period of war
Individuals with a dishonorable discharge are not eligible
Must meet basic income requirements

For more information on qualifying, or to apply, contact your local Veterans Affairs office or go to the benefits and pension area of the Department of Veterans Affairs website.  

View Entire Article: www1.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=1265

Answer by: The Team at http://www.TodaysSeniorResource.com

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3/12/2010 3:30:22 AM #

For a complete explanation of VA Pensions and the Aid and Attendance Benefit, the Veterans Service Center Manager answers this question and explains who is eligible, how to apply, and more:
www.todaysseniorresource.com/closeup.asp

Answer by: Veterans Service Center Manager, L. D. WELDIN

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