Long Term Care For Veterans

and their spouses who meet eligibility requirements

• includes a wide range of services such as help with everyday tasks and support for managing an illness.
• is provided for an extended period when someone is not able to do everyday tasks for one's self.
• can be provided in many settings, such as a person’s home, community sites, residential settings, and nursing homes.
• may include support for family members or other caregivers who help people who are ill or disabled.

Senior Living Locators will meet with you and your family to provide details about long term care services and settings.

Eligibility For Long Term Care

Your eligibility for long term care services, provided in any long term care setting, will be determined based on

• your need for ongoing treatment, personal care, and assistance
• the availability of the service in your location
• your financial eligibility
• your service-connected (VA disability) status
• your insurance coverage
• your ability to pay.

Senior LIving Locators will guide you in preparing the documentation required for determining a veteran's eligibility.

Financing Long Term Care

You may be able to pay for long term care services through

• VA benefits
• Federal and State programs (Medicare and Medicaid)
• your insurance
• your private funds.

Senior Living Locators can refer you to legal and financial experts.