Providing Veteran Care Services to Wilmington and the Surrounding Areas

Veteran home care services can include non-medical companion and personal care that covers everything from companionship and household duties like cooking, cleaning and laundry to individual needs such as bathing and hygiene, continence and toileting care, and mobility assistance. What really sets FirstLight apart is our commitment to preserving the dignity, independence and personal routines that matter most to our veteran clients. We take the time to listen to their stories, understand their preferences and create personalized care solutions that support their needs. 

The Veterans Aid & Attendance Pension is a benefit that helps reduce the cost of care for older veterans and their surviving spouses. Veterans and their spouses who require the regular aid and attendance of another person (for activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, medication monitoring and other veteran care services) may qualify for this special benefit in addition to a monthly pension. To learn more about Aid and Attendance benefits, military service qualifications and how you may benefit from these services in addition to in-home care for veterans, visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.  

While home care for veterans may not always have a disability component, our team at FirstLight Home Care of Wilmington is trained to help your loved one with disability-related issues, such as getting in and out of a vehicle or bed, moving around the house, climbing stairs or maintaining proper posture. We address both visible and invisible disabilities as part of our in-home care for veterans, so they are well-cared for in both body and spirit.  

In-home care for veterans is unique in that it can encompass many other types of care, such as companion care to keep your loved one social and combat loneliness, personal care services to ensure proper hygiene, hospice care for those who do not want to stay in a hospital, and respite care to give familial caregivers much-needed time away. We recognize that veterans often face challenges shaped by their service, such as specific health conditions and adhering to deeply ingrained routines, so our veteran home care offerings are designed to provide exactly what they need. 

While putting your loved one into a care facility may sound like the easiest route, they will be much happier in their own home. Our home care for veterans provides the highest level of care and comfort for your family member while helping them retain their independence. For many veterans who dedicated their lives to this country, remaining at home represents another form of independence. Our approach at FirstLight Home Care of Wilmington creates a dignified partnership that honors both their service and their individual needs, all within the comfort of home.  

We take pride in our proven track record of serving the veteran community in Wilmington, Leland, Southport, Winnabow and surrounding communities. Our commitment to preserving their dignity and independence shapes every aspect of our veteran home care approach, from creating personalized care plans to providing companionship that honors their service. We implement a rigorous selection process to ensure only the most qualified, compassionate caregivers serve our veteran community. FirstLight specifically seeks caregivers who demonstrate genuine respect for military service, excellent listening skills, and the emotional intelligence needed to build trust with veterans.