VA Aid and Attendance / Housebound Allowance
Department of Veterans Affairs · Federal
Your current status: Worth Exploring
Why BRIDGE identified this
Your household includes aging parents and a long-term care planning question flagged during onboarding.
What it is
An increased monthly pension amount for qualifying veterans or survivors who need help with daily activities or are largely confined to the home.
Who it may be for
Qualifying wartime veterans and surviving spouses
What it may provide
- Increased monthly pension payment above the base rate
- Support toward in-home care, assisted living, or nursing home costs
Important limitations
- Requires eligibility for VA pension, including income and net-worth limits
- Wartime service period requirements apply
- Separate from VA disability compensation
How it works with other benefits
Frequently reviewed alongside long-term care planning before any private long-term care coverage discussion.
Related benefits
Official resources
va.gov — Aid and Attendance
Eligibility for government benefits is determined by the applicable agency, not by BRIDGE.