What Is VA Aid and Attendance? A Complete Guide for Veterans and Their Families
Thousands of wartime veterans and their surviving spouses qualify for up to $2,400 per month in VA benefits to help cover the cost of in-home care — but most families never know it exists. Here is everything you need to know.
If you or someone you love served during wartime — whether in World War II, the Korean War, or Vietnam — there may be significant financial help available that most families never know about. It is called the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, and it can provide eligible veterans and their surviving spouses with up to $2,400 per month to help cover the cost of in-home care.
What Is VA Aid and Attendance?
VA Aid and Attendance is a tax-free pension benefit offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It is designed for veterans — and their surviving spouses — who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, or managing medications. Unlike many government programs, Aid and Attendance can be used to pay for in-home care, assisted living, or memory care.
The benefit is separate from standard VA disability compensation or the VA pension, though it is paid on top of an existing pension for those who qualify. Many eligible families have never heard of it simply because it is not widely advertised.
Who Qualifies?
To be eligible for VA Aid and Attendance, a veteran (or surviving spouse) generally must meet all of the following criteria:
- Served at least 90 days of active duty, with at least one day during a wartime period (WWII, Korean War, Vietnam Era, Gulf War)
- Was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable
- Needs help with at least two activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring)
- Meets the VA's income and asset thresholds
Surviving Spouses Also Qualify
Surviving spouses of eligible veterans may also qualify even if they did not serve themselves. A widow or widower of a wartime veteran may be entitled to monthly payments for their own care needs — this is one of the most overlooked aspects of the benefit.
How Much Does It Pay?
Monthly benefit amounts as of 2026 are approximately:
$2,400/mo
Veteran with a dependent
maximum monthly benefit
$2,050/mo
Single veteran
maximum monthly benefit
$1,300/mo
Surviving spouse
maximum monthly benefit
These payments are made directly to the veteran or surviving spouse and can be used to pay for in-home caregivers, companion services, or any other qualifying care cost.
Why Do So Many Families Miss Out?
The application process is notoriously complex. It involves extensive documentation, strict formatting requirements, and can take months without the right guidance. Many families start the process on their own, make an error, and receive a denial — which discourages them from trying again.
That is exactly why Remnant Homecare employs VA Accredited Benefits Agents who specialize in navigating this process. We handle the application from start to finish — from your home — and have achieved a 99.5% approval rate for our clients.
You do not have to figure this out alone. If your loved one served during wartime, they may be entitled to benefits that could change what is possible for their care.
How to Get Started
The first step is a free, no-obligation consultation. Our team will review your situation, confirm your eligibility, and walk you through exactly what to expect. There is no cost to apply and no fees until benefits are approved.
Call us at (478) 245-4526 or use the contact form on this site to schedule your free consultation. Whether benefits end up covering the full cost of care or just part of it, we want to make sure your family is not leaving money on the table.
Ready to take the next step?
Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with our team. We serve families throughout Macon and Middle Georgia.
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