After dedicating their lives to protecting and serving our country, many veterans find themselves facing a new chapter. The effects of aging, illness, or disability can make daily tasks and personal care challenging, and these heroes deserve access to high-quality support at home. Unfortunately, concerns about cost often prevent veterans and their families from getting the help they need. That’s where Jewish Family Home Care’s partnership with the VetAssist® Program can change everything—helping veterans and their surviving spouses access the in-home care they deserve, with no immediate payment on their part.
What Is the VetAssist® Program?
The VetAssist® Program is designed to help veterans and their surviving spouses receive the personal care services they need, funded by a special VA benefit called Aid and Attendance. This benefit provides monthly financial support for qualified individuals who require assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and mobility.
The best part? Veterans don’t need to wait for VA approval before starting services. Through VetAssist®, care can begin right away, with no upfront costs required. VetAssist® advances payment for care while your application is in process, allowing services to begin right away, even before VA approval comes through. Jewish Family Home Care works hand in hand with VetAssist® to make the process smooth, so veterans and families can focus on what matters most: receiving the care and support they need.
How the Partnership Works
Jewish Family Home Care is proud to partner with VetAssist® to simplify the process from start to finish. Our team helps veterans and families by:
- Confirming eligibility. We walk through the qualifications to ensure veterans and spouses know if they may qualify.
- Managing paperwork. Navigating VA applications can be overwhelming—our team helps streamline the process.
- Starting care right away. With no upfront costs, veterans can begin receiving care immediately, even before VA approval is finalized.
- Providing ongoing support. We stay connected to ensure high quality services remain consistent.
This partnership means veterans don’t have to worry about red tape or long delays. Instead, they get immediate access to compassionate care from Jewish Family Home Care’s dedicated team as well as qualified support to ensure they get the benefits they deserve.
Who Qualifies for Aid and Attendance Benefits?
Not every veteran or surviving spouse realizes they may be eligible for this little-known VA benefit. Aid and Attendance is available to:
- Veterans who served at least 90 days of active duty, with at least one day during wartime (service in combat is not required).
- Surviving spouses of qualified veterans.
- Those who meet certain income and medical requirements.
If eligible, the VA benefit helps cover the cost of in-home care, ensuring veterans can remain safely and comfortably in their own homes.
Why This Matters
Far too often, veterans and their families are unaware of the benefits available to them. Aid and Attendance is one of the VA’s best-kept secrets, yet it has the power to transform daily life for those who sacrificed so much for our country. By connecting with Jewish Family Home Care and VetAssist®, veterans can finally access the services they’ve earned without worrying about financial strain.
As an award-winning agency and a proud Activated Insights Provider of Choice for the last seven consecutive years, Jewish Family Home Care brings trusted expertise to every family we serve. Our caregivers are fully employed staff—not independent contractors—who receive excellent training and ongoing support. Each care plan is developed and supervised by a registered nurse, with regular reviews every 60 days to ensure that each person receives the highest level of support. As a non-profit organization serving people of all faiths, families can feel confident knowing their loved ones are receiving care that is both compassionate and professional.
Services Available Through Jewish Family Home Care
Through the VetAssist® program, veterans and their families can receive customized in-home care tailored to individual needs right away, including:
- Personal care assistance: Support with bathing, dressing, and other personal hygiene needs.
- Meal preparation: Nutritious meals and help with feeding, if needed.
- Light housekeeping: Laundry, cleaning, and maintaining a safe living environment.
- Companionship: Meaningful conversations and emotional support to ease feelings of loneliness.
- Medication reminders: Helping veterans stay on track with prescriptions.
- Transportation support: Assistance with errands, shopping, or getting to appointments.
- And more.
Take the First Step Today
If you or someone you know is a veteran or surviving spouse in need of in-home care, don’t wait to explore this valuable program. Jewish Family Home Care is here to guide you every step of the way—helping you apply for Aid and Attendance benefits and arranging immediate care through VetAssist®.
Contact Jewish Family Home Care today at 954-908-5677 to learn more about how to get started. Together, we can ensure that veterans in Coral Springs, Ft. Lauderdale, Parkland, and throughout Broward County receive the honor, dignity, and support they deserve in the comfort of their own homes.