Monday, September 30, 2019

Senior Veterans Care Network - September Blog Post


Honor Flight Experiences: Veterans describe 'overwhelming' day
"> "> LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio and WASHINGTON —   It's a day many veterans never thought... View More
Posted on 09/25/2019
Remains of Korean War POW arrive in Ohio for burial
BREWSTER, Ohio — The remains of an Ohio soldier who died while a prisoner of war during the Korean War ... View More
Posted on 09/23/2019
World War II veteran wishes for 100 cards on 100th birthday
World War II veteran James South made a birthday wish for 100 cards as he turns 100 years old. “It would give... View More
Posted on 09/20/2019
World War II 'Hero of Cologne,' 95, receives Bronze Star for destroying Nazi tank in firefight
It took nearly 75 years, but World War II   veteran Clarence Smoyer, 95, finally received the Bronze Star Medal... View More
Posted on 09/19/2019
World War II vet shares his secret to a long life: Bowling and fishing
UNION, Mo. - There were 16 million Americans served in World War II. Fewer than 500,000 are still alive.   Meet... View More
Posted on 09/18/2019
Steelers Honor World War II Veteran Brothers at Home Opener
Two brothers who served in the Army during World War II were honored during the home opener for the Pittsburgh Steelers... View More
Posted on 09/16/2019
WWII veteran, former POW Travis Moore recalls capture by Nazis
MINDEN, La -- His bomber was going down. And if Travis Moore and the crew survived a rough landing, what lied ahead... View More
Posted on 09/13/2019
Oldest living American WWII veteran celebrates his 110th birthday
This year marked the   75th anniversary of D-Day , the Allied invasion in Normandy that ultimately led to Germany's... View More
Posted on 09/12/2019
We waited 69 years with hope': Korean War veteran's family finally finds closure
After 69 years of waiting and hoping, Statesville resident Glenda Hatcher may finally get some closure. Her older... View More

On his 100th birthday, veteran recalls World War II
September 11 isn’t all bad for Hugh Williams. Yes, there are memories of the terrorist attack on the U.S. 18... View More
Posted on 09/10/2019
He’s turning 104, plays pool, swims, fought in World War II. Fred Gomez has advice for us.
Fred Gomez traded a walking cane for his favorite pool cue after blowing out the candles on a 104th birthday sheet... View More
Posted on 09/09/2019
World War II veteran who received thousands of cards for 100th birthday dies
A World War II veteran who reportedly received thousands of cards from around the world for his 100th birthday,... View More
Posted on 09/06/2019
Remains of a Michigan soldier killed in World War II are finally coming home
Kenneth Dolan was named after an uncle he never met but heard so much about. Dolan was born five years after... View More
Posted on 09/05/2019
World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
Local World War II veteran Capt. Ernie Jelinek celebrated his 100th birthday on Sunday. Our crews captured Jelinek... View More
Posted on 09/04/2019
Tuskegee Airman, WWII, and Korean War Veteran honored for his dedication and service
"> PINE BLUFF, Ark. – A Tuskegee Airman, WWII, and Korean War veteran was honored recently for... View More
Posted on 09/03/2019
With no next of kin, a community gives a World War II vet a fitting funeral
The 97-year-old World War II veteran died on August 11 in Perry, Oklahoma. White was due all of the full military... View More
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Wednesday, September 4, 2019

VA Aid & Attendance


Veterans Benefits

VA Pension Aid & Attendance

Senior Veterans is on a mission to help veterans and surviving spouses understand available benefits in order to take advantage of them. You may already take advantage of services at your local VA hospital, but health care is only one of many services available to veterans. We are grateful for your service to our country and we are eager to help you get the assistance and funding that has been set aside for our nation's servicemen and women.

What is the Aid and Attendance Benefit?

The Department of Veterans Affairs' Aid & Attendance Program was established by Congress in 1952 under section 38 USC. As a mandatory pension, it is not vulnerable to discretionary budget cuts. The Aid & Attendance Program helps veterans with non-service-related disabilities. Many veterans receive this assistance because of mobility problems in their later years. The program is intended to reimburse veterans and their spouses for daily living assistance, whether you live in your own home or move to an assisted living facility. Here are just a few examples of the types of services that are covered for many veterans:
  • Meal Preparation
  • Medication Reminders
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Transportation
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Doctor Visits
  • Companionship
  • Bathing
  • Grooming
  • Dressing
  • Incontinence Care
  • Light Housekeeping

Who Qualifies for the Aid & Attendance Program?

Veterans and their spouses can either qualify medically or financially for the Aid & Attendance Program. In order to qualify financially, an applicant generally must have less than $127,061 in assets, not counting your home or vehicles. A medical need for assistance with activities of daily living can be established by a primary physician. application also includes financial information like annual income. The DD-214 form (discharge paperwork) is used to show the Veterans active duty service dates. Our team at Senior Veterans is happy to help you through the process. We can help you understand how much assistance you might be eligible to receive.

Military Service Requirement

Applying as a veteran, you must have an honorable discharge in order to be eligible. Your service record must include at least 90 days of active duty, and your service must include at least one day during a period of war. Veterans who served during the following wars are currently able to apply for assisted living and other VA benefits.
World War II — December 7, 1941, through December 31, 1946, inclusive. If the veteran was in service on December 31, 1946, continuous service before July 26, 1947, is considered World War II service.
Korean Conflict — June 27, 1950, through January 31, 1955.
Vietnam Era — August 5, 1964, through May 7, 1975. For a veteran who served in the Republic of Vietnam, the period of eligibility begins on February 28, 1961, and ends on May 7, 1975.
Persian Gulf War — August 2, 1990, through a date to be prescribed by Presidential proclamation or law (still open).

How Do I Apply for Aid & Attendance?

If you have a medical condition that is not related to military service (such as age-related limitations), then it's a good idea to contact our team. We are happy to help you collect relevant information for your claim. We can help you evaluate whether you meet the required income-to-medical-expense ratio, and you can also find out about how much you may be eligible for.
2019 VA Aid & Attendance Pension Amounts:


Basic


Aid & 
Pension
Pension
Housebound
Attendance







Surviving Spouse
 $          9,078 
 $        11,095 
 $        14,509 







Single Veteran
 $        13,537 
 $        16,540 
 $        22,577 







Married Veteran
 $        17,724 
 $        20,731 
 $        26,765 





















Monthly   Pension with Aid & Attendance Rates








Surviving Spouse
 $          1,209 










Single Veteran
 $          1,881 










Married Veteran
 $          2,230 



     


To find out if you or your loved one 
qualifies for VA Aid & Attendance 
call us at 929-367-8387 
and speak with a VA Accredited Claims Agent.





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Senior Veterans Care Network August Blog Posts


Brothers on the battlefield: Vietnam veterans who lost contact for 43 years reunite in northwest Iowa
ROCK RAPIDS, Iowa — The year was 1967. Lyndon B. Johnson was president, the Green Bay Packers won the Super... View More
Posted on 08/27/2019
92-year-old World War II veteran becoming a dancing sensation in Richmond: ‘He’s a Casanova’
"> With every step, turn and twirl, Angelo Ricco is living proof that age is just a number. He saw a... View More
Posted on 08/26/2019
Seventy-five years later, World War II veterans say: Never forget
PARIS — Seventy-five years ago, they helped free Europe from the Nazis. This weekend, U.S. veterans are back...View More
Posted on 08/25/2019
98-year-old WWII veteran who still works at grocery store gets surprise birthday party from coworkers
Bartholomeo "Bennie" Ficeto is turning 98 years old this week, but he's not interested in retiring.... View More
Posted on 08/22/2019
Wisconsin Korean War vet's family asks for 91st birthday cards. It might be his last hooah
KEWAUNEE - Ed Engle's family would like you to send Ed a birthday card, even if you don't know him. Engle...View More
Posted on 08/20/2019
Understanding Veterans Homes: Breaking Down Costs and Eligibility
Understanding Veterans Homes: Breaking Down Costs and Eligibility More than nine million veterans are...View More


Posted on 08/20/2019
Rostraver Eat’n Park waiter serves up simple act of kindness to WWII veteran
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle. Or so the saying goes. On Saturday evening, Lisa Meilander... View More


A life worth fighting for: WWII veteran will turn 100 this month
O n average, 372 World War II veterans die each day. In September 2018, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs...View More
Posted on 08/16/2019
‘Last man’ from Stillwater-area WWII veterans club dies at 100
Jean DeCurtins, the last surviving member of a Stillwater-area war veterans club, died Wednesday at 100. For the...View More
Posted on 08/15/2019
Korean War veteran receives his high school diploma 69 years later
Charles Theodore Horn was a Sunday school teacher in the 1970s. A humble community leader and a man of character and... View More
Posted on 08/14/2019
Late Korean War veteran to arrive home in Ashland Wednesday
ASHLAND, WI — A special homecoming 70 years in the making will be celebrated in Ashland on Wednesday. U.S....View More
Posted on 08/13/2019
Veteran Reunited With Dog Tag Lost During WWII's Pacific War
A 97-year-old U.S. Army veteran from Bismarck has been reunited with a dog tag he lost in Papua New Guinea while serving... View More
Posted on 08/12/2019
World War Two Utah Beach D-Day veteran awarded France’s highest honor
Winfred C. Polzin, a long time resident of Braham, has been awarded The Légion of Honour from France for...View More
Posted on 08/09/2019
11 brothers share 158 cumulative years of US military service
"> TUNICA, Miss. - The sons of Ben and Hattie Davis give special meaning to the term "band... View More
Posted on 08/08/2019
3-war veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Sacramento
A Natomas veteran celebrated his 100th birthday on Thursday. Retired master sergeant Nathan Allen Jr. served in three... View More
Posted on 08/07/2019
WWII Veteran Oldest Working Man in Texas Plans To Return To Work After Injury
DALLAS,   Chester Hollingsworth, the Dallas area centenarian known as “The Oldest Working Man in Texas”,...View More

Posted on 08/06/2019
World War II Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday At Delaware Valley Veteran’s Home
">  PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A very special birthday celebration was held on Monday at the Delaware... View More
Posted on 08/05/2019
Last living witness to Germany's '45 surrender is from East Aurora
East Aurora native and World War II veteran Luciano “Louis” C. Graziano is believed to be the last living...View More
Posted on 08/02/2019
World War II vet to celebrate 100th birthday Monday
Carl Lingenfelter remembers sitting on his grandfather’s lap as a young boy listening to his stories about fighting...View More
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