Helping You Obtain the Benefits You Deserve
Although there are several widely known benefits available to Veterans, many of them are unaware of the Aid and Attendance pension through the Veteran’s Affairs. This benefit helps people pay for long-term care costs in assisted living communities and at home with caregivers.
At Goldfarb & Luu, we can tailor a plan specific to your situation to ensure you or your loved one qualifies for this benefit.
Who is Eligible For VA Aid & Attendance Benefit
Formerly known as the Special Monthly Pension, Aid & Attendance benefit is designed to help veterans and their survivors pay for long-term care.
To Become Eligible, the Veteran or Survivor Must Meet the Following Criteria
- The Veteran must have served for 90 days of active duty
- The Veteran must have been honorably discharged
- The surviving spouse of the veteran must have been married to the Veteran until his/her death and not divorced beforehand
- The applicant must require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- The applicant must have limited financial assets*
*Until October 2018, there was no look-back for gifting assets to become eligible for the Aid & Attendance pension. Since then, there is a 36-month look-back (similar to Medi-Cal).
If you are a Veteran or surviving spouse in need of money for medical care, contact our firm today. Dealing with the VA can be overwhelming, and our compassionate and highly skilled Tarzana elder law lawyers will give you the legal representation you need.