The Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension

The inevitable realities of aging require advance planning, and to gain true peace of mind you need to cover all of your bases and prepare for any eventuality. Senior citizens during the current era are faced with some unprecedented circumstances because people are living longer, and medical science can now do some amazing things. People over the age of 85 are the fastest growing portion of American society, so when you are planning your estate you have to take the implications of this ever-increasing longevity into consideration.

As you are planning for the inevitabilities of aging you do need to take stock of the assets that you have accrued, but at the same time, it is important to do your research and gain an understanding of any government benefits that may be available to you. Many of our senior citizens have honorably served their country, and there is a veterans' benefit that is very relevant to those who are engaged in advance planning called the Veterans Aid and Assistance Pension. This benefit provides a monthly payment to qualified veterans who need daily assistance addressing their basic needs, like dressing, eating, cooking, bathing, etc.

The Veterans A & A Pension is not to be confused with the military retirement pension that veterans receive after 20 years or more of continuous service. This benefit is available to veterans who served on active duty for a minimum of one day during wartime, along with a total of at least 90 days of active duty overall. These figures are subject to change by the VA, but as of this writing single qualified veterans can receive as much as $1,632 per month and couples may be eligible for up to $1,949 per month. To apply for the Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension, contact the United States Veterans Benefits Administration.