To be in need of regular Aid & Attendance, the Veteran or spouse must be permanently and totally disabled and

 

(1) a patient in a nursing home;

(2) blind, or nearly blind; or

(3) needing the regular Aid & Attendance of another person to perform basic activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, and attending to the wants of nature.

 

Aid & Attendance can pay a monthly amount for qualifying long term care needs such as:

 

  • Family member to provide home care
  • Professional home care providers to come into your home
  • Assisted Living or Adult Day services
  • Nursing Home long term care
  • Home renovations for disability