The VA typically covers non-medical home care services for eligible veterans through programs such as the Community Care Network (CCN) or Aid and Attendance. These services can include:

• Assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Help with meals, mobility, and light housekeeping

• Companionship and respite care for family caregivers The goal is to help veterans remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home while receiving the care they need.

Eligibility depends on your service history, medical needs, and current living situation. Generally, you may qualify if you:

• Are enrolled in VA health care

• Have a clinical need for in-home support (determined by your VA provider or caseworker)

• Are approved by the VA to receive care through a contracted agency such as Cardinal Caregivers Our team can help you check your eligibility and coordinate directly with your VA caseworker to make the process easy.

Both programs provide assistance to veterans, but they operate differently:

• Community Care Network (CCN): Provides ongoing home care services through approved agencies like Cardinal Caregivers. The VA authorizes the hours and pays for the care directly.

• Aid & Attendance (A&A): Is a monthly financial benefit added to your VA pension to help pay for personal care needs. Veterans can choose how to use these funds, including hiring caregivers. Our team can help you determine which option is right for your situation.

The approval timeline can vary depending on your local VA office and caseworker. In most cases:

• Initial contact to eligibility verification takes about 1–2 weeks

• VA caseworker review and authorization can take an additional 1–3 weeks Once your authorization is complete, we can typically begin services within days. We stay in close contact with your VA caseworker to ensure your care starts as soon as possible.

If you are approved for VA-covered home care under the Community Care Network, there are no out-of-pocket costs — the VA pays Cardinal Caregivers directly for authorized hours.

If you are receiving Aid & Attendance, the funds are paid to you monthly, and you may use them to pay for your chosen caregiver services.

In many cases, spouses of eligible veterans may also qualify for in-home care support under VA programs or Aid & Attendance.

Our team can review your household’s eligibility and guide both the veteran and spouse through the proper channels for approval.

You can call us directly or fill out the short form on this page. One of our Veteran Care Coordinators will:

1. Discuss your needs and service options

2. Help confirm your eligibility

3. Work with your VA caseworker to secure authorization

4. Match you with a caregiver who fits your preferences and schedule

We make the process simple so you can focus on what matters most — comfort, independence, and peace of mind.