Around 76 million people in the baby boomer generation are veterans of the armed forces. Retired U.S. veterans who need home health care can help cover these services by qualifying for Veterans Affairs (VA) programs.
Assisting Hands® BOISE is an approved provider of VA Programs services for former servicemen and women.
Through VA programs, we can provide long-term care and respite care for veterans and their spouses. Talk to our professionals about the VA programs if your loved one is a senior who is a veteran of the armed forces and in need of in-home care.
Veterans need to apply with the Department of Veterans Affairs to be eligible for VA programs. Those who qualify can access our VA home and respite care services. Our skilled and licensed caregivers provide personalized care, including assistance with daily activities, meal prep, housekeeping, and transportation, and more. We prioritize meeting all care needs, ensuring your loved ones are treated with compassion and respect while in the comfort of their own home.”
VA Home Health Aide (HHA) Homemaker/
Home Health Program
Veterans can receive up to 12 hours of home health care per week under this program. All possible care recipients will be evaluated for geriatric extended care (GEC) by a VA Administration registered nurse (RN), social worker (SW), or a medical doctor (MD). Those who meet the following criteria will qualify for this program:
- Must have a dependency for 3 or more activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Significant cognitive impairment
VA Respite Program
This VA program covers respite care and temporary home care for veterans. Applicants must
go through an interdisciplinary assessment from social workers, medical doctors, and registered
nurses. To qualify, you must meet one of the following:
- Three or more ADL dependencies
- Significant cognitive impairment
