Veterans Benefits

Veterans Benefits: Understanding VA Aid & Attendance

Supporting Our Heroes in Their Time of Need

At Placement Helpers, we are dedicated to assisting veterans and their families in navigating the complexities of senior care. One significant resource available is the VA Aid & Attendance (A&A) benefit, which provides financial assistance to eligible veterans and surviving spouses who require help with daily living activities.

What is Aid & Attendance?

The Aid & Attendance benefit is an additional monthly payment added to the VA pension for qualified individuals who need:

Assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, or feeding
Care in a nursing home due to mental or physical incapacity
Confinement to bed due to illness
Limited eyesight (corrected visual acuity of 5/200 or less in both eyes)

This benefit is tax-free and can be used to cover costs associated with in-home care, assisted living, or nursing facilities.

2025 Aid & Attendance Benefit Rates

Effective December 1, 2024, the VA has updated the Maximum Annual Pension Rates (MAPR) for the Aid & Attendance benefit:

$ 28,300 annually

$2,358 monthly

$ 33,548 annually

$2,795 monthly

$ 18,187 annually

$1,515 monthly

$ 44,886 annually

$3,740 monthly

Note: These rates are subject to annual adjustments based on cost-of-living increases.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Aid & Attendance benefit, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Military Service

Veterans must have served at least 90 consecutive days of active duty, with at least one day during a recognized wartime period.

Age or Disability

Be 65 years or older, or

Be permanently and totally disabled.

Financial Need

Net Worth Limit: As of 2025, the net worth limit is $159,240, excluding a primary residence, personal effects, and a vehicle.

Medical Necessity

Require assistance with activities of daily living,

Be bedridden,

Reside in a nursing home due to mental or physical incapacity, or

Have limited eyesight.

How to Apply?

Applying for the Aid & Attendance benefit involves the following steps:

1- Applying for the Aid & Attendance benefit involves the following steps:

Examination for Housebound Status or Permanent Need for Regular Aid and Attendance.

2- Gather Supporting Documents

Medical records detailing the need for assistance.
Proof of income and net worth.
Discharge papers (DD-214).

3- Submit Application

Mail the completed form and documents to the appropriate VA Pension Management Center.
Alternatively, apply in person at a local VA regional office.

For detailed instructions and assistance, visit the https://www.acclaim4veterans.com/ website or contact Errol Sayin 818-203-1999

Need Assistance?

Navigating VA benefits can be complex. At Placement Helpers, we are here to guide you through the process, ensuring that you or your loved one receives the benefits earned through service to our country.

Contact us today to learn more about referral to a VA Specialist Aid & Attendance benefit and exploring suitable care options 866-828-9855

Note: The information provided is based on the latest available data as of 2025. For the most current information, please refer to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.