Bathing, dressing, meals, mobility, transportation and companionship can be organized around the veteran's current abilities and preferred routine.
Eligible veterans may receive help at home through the VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care program, including assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and moving around. The VA’s Respite Care benefit provides temporary care so family caregivers can rest, attend appointments, or manage other responsibilities. These services can help veterans remain at home while supporting their families. Contact Lauren Gremillion at Andi’s Angels Home Care for assistance with the application process eligibility and available services.
VA Aid and Attendance can add monthly payments to a qualifying VA pension for eligible veterans or survivors who meet specific requirements, including some people who need help with daily activities. Eligibility is decided by the VA.
A veteran may want to talk about family, work, sports, music or anything else that matters to them. Caregivers should not assume that military experiences must be the focus.
Families should separate two questions: what help the person needs at home, and what benefits or programs they may qualify for. The care plan addresses the first, while eligibility decisions remain with the appropriate agencies. Texas Veterans seeking help understanding available benefits and assistance can use the Texas Veterans Commission as an additional statewide resource.
Care can include bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, walking and transfer assistance according to the person's care plan.
Meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping and other approved household tasks can help keep daily routines manageable.
Transportation or accompaniment can be arranged when offered within the care plan, including trips to appointments or routine errands.
Scheduled coverage can give relatives time to work, rest, attend appointments or manage other responsibilities.
The plan should be reviewed as mobility, health, cognition or the amount of family support changes. When a Veteran's healthcare or caregiver-support needs also evolve, the North Texas VA Health Care System can provide information about VA services available in the region.
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