As a veteran's widow, what home health care benefit is Mom eligible for?
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As the widow of an eligible service connected veteran, Mom may be eligible to receive VA Death Pension Benefitsto help supplement the cost of in home health care services. Since there are a number of [criteria that may affect eligibility] (http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/pension/spousepen.htm) for this pension benefit, visit the supplement the cost of in home health care services. Since there are a number of [criteria that may affect eligibility] (http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/pension/spousepen.htm) for this pension benefit, visit the VA web site to view the eligibility requirements.
If after reviewing the eligibility requirements you are still unsure if Mom meets all the criteria, you can visit AWG Veteran Services for a free pre-qualification analysis of eligibility. This, as well as the actual filing for the benefits, can be done without taking the time out of your schedule to visit a VA office.
there is a reimbursement pension available to her. The VA requires along with the application, other documentation to make it complete. If she is currently paying for any type of assistance for her daily living activities, I'm sure she can qualify. I would love to help. e-mail me if you would like to talk further.
