Calculate the potential VA Homecare Benefits for the Veteran or Surviving Spouse of Veteran
Quickly estimate potential monthly VA homecare benefits. Answer a few simple questions and get an instant, easy-to-understand result of potential benefits for the Veteran and their Spouse.
How The Benefits Calculator Works
Our calculator guides you through a short step-by-step process to estimate potential VA home benefits. It’s built for clarity, accuracy, and helping you understand what support may be available based on your unique situation.
Step 1 — Provide Basic Information
Share key details like service history, age, and medical needs.
Step 2 — Input Monthly Income, Expenses, and Total Assets
Enter approximate caregiving and living costs.
Step 3 — Get Estimated Benefits
Receive an automatic estimate based on your inputs.
Three Sometimes Overlooked VA Home Care Benefits
These core VA programs can help veterans and surviving spouses access safe, reliable in-home care. Here’s a quick overview of the benefits that the veteran or surviving spouse may qualify for.
Aid & Attendance Benefit*
Aid and Attendance is one of the most widely used programs that helps pay for home care.
- Type: Pension enhancement (cash benefit)
- Purpose: Provide additional monthly income to veterans or surviving spouses who need help with daily activities.
- Eligible when a veteran:
- Needs help with activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, or toileting.
- Is bedridden or in a nursing facility
- Has severe vision impairment.
Homemaker and Home Health Aide Program**
Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care is a direct VA health care program that sends caregivers to a veteran’s home.
- Type: VA-provided in-home care services.
- Purpose: Helps veterans with activities of daily living.
- Services may include:
- Bathing and dressing
- Meal preparation
- Mobility assistance
- Light housekeeping
Veteran-Directed Care**
Veteran-Directed Care is a VA program that gives veterans more control over their care options.
- Type: Self-directed care program
- Purpose: Allows veterans to hire and manage their own caregivers.
- Hire family members or trusted caregivers
- Manage a personalized care budget
- Pay for home care, supplies, and services needed
Offers greater flexibility and independence for veterans who want to remain in their own homes.
* Veterans, their living spouses and surviving spouses may be eligible for this benefit
** Veterans only may be eligible for this benefit