Veterans Aid and Attendance is a benefit that is available to veterans, their spouses, and widows or widowers. This benefit can be used to offset medical expenses, as well as for nursing home, assisted living, and in-home care expenses.
In this benefit, the maximum monthly benefits that veterans and their spouses can receive are as follows:
MONTHLY BENEFITS
Married Veteran: $2,169 ($26,028/year)
Single Veteran: $1,830 ($21,960/year)
Widow of a Veteran: $1,176 ($14,112/year)
These monthly benefits are paid directly to the veteran and/or his or her spouse and are considered a tax-free benefit.
To receive this benefit, a veteran must have served at least 90 days of active duty, with one of those days being during wartime. If you think you might qualify for this benefit, contact the Dudeck Law Firm today to learn more information.