Veteran Benefits and Health Services
VA Education and Training Benefits
VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling. https://www.va.gov/education/
Intelligent.com Veteran's Guide to Vocational Schools and Apprenticeship Programs
To support veterans in their transition to civilian life, this free guide provides in-depth information about vocational and apprenticeship opportunities. Intelligent.com hopes to support them by offering insights into the benefits of non-traditional postsecondary education and shedding light on critical aspects of vocational and apprenticeship programs, such as eligibility, costs, and adapting to the civilian workforce.
You can access the guide at: https://www.intelligent.com/veterans-guide-to-vocational-and-apprenticeship-programs/
Caring.com VA Benefits Guide
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are over 18.2 million veterans aged 65 and above, many of whom require long-term care.
To assist senior veterans and their families, Caring.com has created a comprehensive guide that explains various VA benefits. This guide offers valuable insights into utilizing VA benefits to meet long-term care needs. It outlines eligibility requirements and provides a step-by-step application process to determine options for financing healthcare needs.
You can access the guide at: https://www.caring.com/caregivers/veterans-benefits/#va-benefits-explained
- VA Benefits for Seniors
- Veterans’ Health Insurance
- Eligibility for VA Benefits, and Priority Groups
- CHAMPVA Benefits
- Application Instructions
- Aid and Attendance Benefit for Long-Term Care
- VA Housebound Benefit
- Resources for Senior Veterans
Memory Care Resources
Receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be devastating for both seniors and their loved ones. And while the news itself can be overwhelming, getting the right diagnosis is also the first step in receiving the right care. From therapies to medications, new and innovative treatments are being developed all the time to improve the quality of life of those living with memory impairment.
Understanding the disease and getting the right treatment as soon as possible is the best way to ensure that patients lead the best lives possible.
You can access resources at: https://www.memorycare.com/veterans/
- The Basics of Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
- Managing Dementia:
- Medications
- Therapies and Alternative Medicine
- VA Programs for Memory Care
- Additional VA Assistance: home improvements, home care
- Paying for Memory Care