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Can VA benefits help pay for a care home?

Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for monthly pension benefits that can cover a significant portion of residential care costs. The VA's Aid and Attendance benefit alone can provide up to $2,229 per month. Answer a few questions to see what you may qualify for. Takes about 3 minutes.

2026 VA rates

Benefit amounts reflect the current VA pension rates published by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, updated annually.

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This tool provides a preliminary estimate, not a VA determination. Actual eligibility requires a formal claim reviewed by the VA.

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