Aid & Attendance and Housebound assistance are additional funding that can be obtained when a Veteran or widow of a Veteran requires the assistance of another person with some of their activities of daily living (ADL's) and cannot live independently OR if the Veteran or widow of the Veteran is blind. ADL's include bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, transferring, meals, transportation, housekeeping, etc. These benefits are also needs-based, however, VA does reduce the income by the medical expenses incurred by the Veteran or widow.
What do you need to submit with your application for VA benefits?
DD214 and/or discharge papers
Marriage Certificate
If deceased, Veteran's death certificate
Verification of all sources of income
Verification that assets are below limit
Medical Expense Report or verification of medical expenses
Statement from doctor regarding medical conditions and need for ADL assistance
Written statement from facility regarding cost and level of care and ability to control, store, and administer medications.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
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