Caregiving can be a difficult, but incredibly rewarding task, and there are many resources to help support you and your loved one. Veterans, in particular, have an array of resources at their fingertips through the U.S. Department of Veterans (VA). For veteran family caregivers, taking advantage of programs and support networks can assist in caring for your loved one while taking some of the caregiving responsibility from you.
Some VA resources include:
- The VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound Allowance programs supplements the normal monthly VA benefit to help pay the cost of in-home caregivers. Just be aware a veteran can’t receive both benefits at the same time.
- The VA Caregiver Support Program provides services that promote the health and well-being of veteran family caregivers.
- Each VA Medical Center has a Caregiver Support Coordinator available to assist caregivers in finding the right support.
- The Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Hidden Heroes raises awareness of the many challenges military caregivers face every day, as well as inspires individuals, businesses, communities, and civic, faith and government leaders to support military caregivers in their communities. The Foundation has also established a national registry to better connect military caregivers to helpful resources and support.
What if I Need Help Caring for a Loved One?
Being a caregiver can be a full-time job, and you may find yourself in need of outside help. FirstLight Home Care provides in home care for vets where our experienced caregivers provide personalized help for individual needs.
The type of veteran home care benefits that FirstLight can provide will vary depending on what is needed, but can include:
- Help with personal care such as dressing, bathing or haircare
- Grocery shopping and meal preparation
- Transportation to appointments
- Companion care
- Respite care
How to Find Home Care Assistance for Veterans
Many veterans still live in their own homes and desire to stay there. But family members may not be able to be caregivers full-time, if at all. When you have a loved one who is in need of veteran home care services, FirstLight Home Care can help you navigate the process.
With years of experience working through various benefit applications, FirstLight can also help to advocate for your loved one and assist in maintaining their benefit eligibility.
Supporting veteran family caregivers and their loved ones who served their country is an honor that we take very seriously. We are proud to serve and care for the men and women of the Armed Forces—bringing them quality, compassionate care with our professional staff of caregivers.
We also understand the importance of veteran family caregivers. Contact FirstLight Home Care to learn more about how we can make a positive difference for a veteran in your life.