WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN APPLYING FOR THE AID AND ATTENDANCE BENEFIT
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- čas přidán 22. 07. 2019
- If you're looking for free money for disabled veterans, and that veteran is a senior, then you should go through the Aid & Attendance benefit application process, available through the Veterans Administration.
I went through this process for my dad, a WWII veteran, and it was a roller-coaster ride! We were delayed, then denied, then eventually APPROVED for the Aid and Attendance pension benefit!!
In this video, I'll take you through my application journey, tell you about my pitfalls and delays, and hopefully, make it easier for you to apply successfully to this Veterans pension benefit. You will find out how long the application process took and how much the VA eventually paid my Dad.
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Hi! Come with me on my journey through the Aid and Attendance application process! It was not fun! But in the end, I danced!! Have you gone through this process yourself? I'd love to hear your comment!
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Thank you Sofía, you are truly a God-sent. You made the process so simple. I have 1 question: I live in New York State and NY State also have a Program that pays for AID and Attendance. I also have private insurance that I can apply for Aid and assistance. Should I apply for both in Hope of one being approved, or which one do you recommend I start with?
Thank you so much Sofia
I am the vet my wife is not but she is blind can she qualify for SMC-L?
I applaud you for helping your father. He is truly blessed to have a daughter who took the time and researched additional benefits for his care. More importantly; we are blessed to have people like your father who raised his right hand and essentially said "I'll do it, I'll go". I wish the rest of the country were appreciative of the fact that we still have WWII veterans among us and we need to give them a special thank you every chance we get. You are doing right by your father, your family, and the country by helping this hero. Thank you for making these videos and explaining your experiences.
I must admit not very many people publish numbers like you do but it does help other veterans and their family members in regards to expecting the unexpected. I myself am a volunteer service officer at a local VFW and helping veterans is a top priority for me because I know first hand what it is like to navigate the complex maze of VA forms and applications. Keep doing what you are doing and tell you father "Thank you for your service".
Roadtrek Ralph - Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I did pick up the phone and called my Dad and read him your words. Needless to say, he was tickled! He said, "I always like it when people notice me". You're right, there aren't many WWII vets left, and they all need our support, honor, and appreciation as much as possible!
You are a Godsend. You're very special for taking the time to help out so many of us. Thank you 🙌
I am about to quit my horrible 100k job, so I can take care of my father these last years, I need any and all info you can give me, please continue your videos, love them
Looking everywhere for a video like this! Thanks, love.
I’m going to start this process for my mother that is a widow and my dad was a military veteran. I was told to go through Patriot Act to fill out the application, so going to get a consult but you made it seem somewhat easy enough to do it on your own
Good job, just keep pushing and you get there.
Oh my goodness!! This was so very helpful! Thank you so much for sharing!
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for this valuable information! You have save me weeks/months of work and have provided a tremendous service to your follow Americans. Thank You!
OMG Derrick! That’s so nice of you to say! I recommend you check out my video on the step by step application process, I think you’ll find it very helpful. Although it’s from 2019 and the VA has changed their website a bit since I posted it, it will definitely still help you a lot!! Good luck in your application process ! Let me know how it goes!
This was great to see how it works! Your video was also very fun to watch and listen to, Thank you!!!
Hi Keith, thanks so much! If you’re going to be applying, make sure you look at the video I made on the step-by-step process… I think it would help you a lot! I appreciate you watching😊
Nicely done! Thank you!
Thank you for your time saving testimony!
You’re welcome
informative information! thank you very much!
ThxYou Kindly ❤️
Glad to know this info 👍
I wish I had found your video sooner! I have been going through this journey for 3 years and it has been a nightmare
They mentioned so many are denied due to not filling out applications correctly... entering the yearly income vs monthly, checking wrong box, ect. Forms aren't always clear.
*Thank you so much for sharing.*
Thanks for watching!
I would like to know if you could show what you provided for ADLs there’s a lot of conflicting evidence out there, it takes long enough as is. Also what you put for each block? i would appreciate it
Thank you
I appreciate your time and effort to make this video, and I know your Dad appreciates you too.
It seems these programs are designed to deny people, and that's a shame considering who needs the help and what they did to earn the help.
I agree with you wholeheartedly! This process was just about one of the hardest things I've had to endure! I'm happy to help other people through the process!
Just got denied for the caregiver program. Just waiting on the denial letter to see why I was denied. Hopefully I'll have better luck with the appeal process.
Very helpful, thank you. I’m having to quit my job to take care of my husband I’m hoping this will be my answer.
I'm glad it helped, but make sure you watch my video on the step by step application process. The VA website has changed a bit since I made it, but you will still find it helpful! Here is the link:
czcams.com/video/A8YXawD5Lys/video.html
Good luck!
@@SofiaAmirpoor Thanks so much for dropping not only gems, but diamonds ma’am. I’m a young veteran disabled and housebound this morning, I cried to whomever I talked to in the phone with va. I need help my body isn’t like it used to be. I feel 2xs older than I really am. Not only that. I jus have days where I am just stuck to my bed wanting to get up but can’t.
Thank you so much!! My fathers second wife is now in need to long term care. Can the benefits be used for her?
Just started this daunting process. The previous marriage information is the thing that is holding me up. Neither my mom (dad’s ex) or my dad recall the date and can’t locate a certificate or documentation. 🤦🏻♂️
@ctirre maybe you can call the VA hotline and ask them for a recommendation or guidance. 800-827-1000. Good luck
I like to know do you have copy of form 21-2680 . So everybody can look at so that see how it should be fill out. If mark out person information. Thank You for video keep up good work.
Thank you so much for sharing this ,apply for caregiver for my husband I quit my. Job to take care of him he 71 only got Dimensia
You are so welcome
Sofia,
Thank you for your informative video on how to apply for a VA 21-2680 Aid and Attendance. It has been a very difficult process as you well know. My sister-in-law has been diagnosed with Alzheimer/dementia. My brother is a Viet Nam Veteran and is having difficulty taking care of her. I am helping them with this process.... My question is this: Section 2 on this form, does it pertain to her or him?
Can you do a separate video on the documents needed? Was he 100% p&t before filing for aid and attendance? Thanks:)
Hi Pamela! Thanks for the suggestion. This topic is on my radar, I plan on making a video on the VA criteria and documents needed coming up in the next few weeks, so stay tuned! Thanks for watching!
I have been waiting since 2018 and getting the run around and then requesting more of the same information submitted. I am waiting now and it is 2022. It is quite discouraging.
How long did the process from yalls application to getting yalls first depo through the program?
Please send information on how to qualify for Sid n attendance
What if you after caring for hubby and receive nothing, decided to have an aide paid by va come in and help, do wife receive or should apply for this?
Hi, I loved your video and have a question: Did you father need service-connection to be granted Aid & Attendance?
Hi Paul. If you mean was he injured in the service....No, he was not. In order to qualify it was only necessary that he required assistance with ADLs such as bathing, toileting, ambulating now, for whatever reason. You might want to check out my other video about the step-by-step application process. The VA website has changed a bit since I made this video, but it will still be very helpful for you. Here's the link:
czcams.com/video/A8YXawD5Lys/video.html
Good luck!
@@SofiaAmirpoor Good evening Sofia. I was awarded A & A Totally & Permanently Disabled, dated 2011, however, the VA here in the Philippines expressed "not at government expense." Not a single cent sent veteran... Likewise, also, I'm 100% rated for T.B.I. Totally & Permanently Disabled since 1992, but again, not at government expense. The VA here not honest and I could express a lot more.....
How long it takes for a response if already awarded 100% P&T but just now send out the Aid and Attendance application
How did you find the previous marriages? I am stuck on that as well..
Is there an income restriction for A&A?
WHY DID YOU NOT put him in NH????? State by state varies, and my husband is in the BEST NH ever, Martinsburg, WVA!!!!!!! OMG.. FIVE STARS!!!!! LOOK INTO IT!!!!!
They probably go through all that hoping the claimant doesn't last through the process :(
I just applied for my husband who already receives SSDI. We have a two year old daughter and could really use the money. I don’t think he qualifies for AA but we are hopeful for the regular pension. Thank you for this video. It was informative! Is your dad still eligible for Medicaid ? My husband receives Medicaid and Medicare program from SSA
Hi McKenna! I'm glad that this was helpful for you! My dad never qualified for medicaid, his income was just over $2000, now with this new pension he is just about at $4000! I believe that VA pensions are not counted for medicaid eligibility, which will be great for your husband! His process may be different than what I described in this video if he is not applying for AA. I hope that he is able to get benefits quickly, for him, you and your daughter. Let me know how it goes! Best wishes to you and your family!
Thank you! Fingers crossed! If any other information comes along I will be sure to pass it along to help other subscribers 🙂
I really appreciate you doing this video, it has helped a lot especially with someone who is new to all of this. My husband is 100% disabled rated at 100%. I applied for the Caregiver Compensation program for the first time and was denied. They really didn't give much information. Just to say he really don't need the program. I was so confused. Can you tell me how to go about appealing this process for the first time?
Your first appeal is through the patient advocates office at your va
You should have gotten a letter..u have to write a letter about why u need it..they deny everyone..I can't walk or use my right hand
Even have a letter from my VA doc and the denied me twice..still appealing..dont give up
@@SpaceRanger187 I really appreciate for responding, it mean a lot to me. I received a letter from a few weeks ago and they pretty much said he doesn't need it, and I was like huh! I am starting to see with so many responses that the VA seem to deny everyone. So we are in the process of having his PCP document everything and we will go from there. I did read somewhere in the denial letter that this information will have to be documented because that is where they are pulling their info. I will appeal. Is there an expiration date on these appeals?
Is there anyway that you can look over the forms in advance of submittal to the VA?
Hi Janet. If you mean me, Sofia, look over the forms? No, I wouldn't want that responsibility! But if you mean YOU , in general, then honestly, I don't remember, it's been awhile! But if you call the VA helpline they will answer that for you. The phone number is in the description of the video. Good luck
You said that you were going to share the details of the VA approval letter, but you never did
I just watched your video and I am going through the exact thing. doing my own researdh ,bla bla bla, my dad is 87 and mom as well, she has dementia. I relocated from Texas to Florida to care for them. I have the form 2680 filled out by Doctor and ready to send to Va My dad is 40% disability comp. now I am worried as you were about the same thing. Being Denied especially since the Doctor has his notes saying they need help should I only send the form 2680
Hi! In my experience, the 2680 is only one of about a million forms that you will need to send in. If you haven't already seen it, I suggest you watch this video I made on the step by step process. It explains every form that you need. Here is the link: czcams.com/video/A8YXawD5Lys/video.html Good luck and let me know how it goes!
God is Good.
Question, was this pension A&A or compensation A&A?
Hi! It was for the pension. My dad was so fortunate to receive it! After this video, I made another to help people through the process step-by-step. Here's the link if you'd like to get right to it! Are you planning on applying for A&A?
czcams.com/video/A8YXawD5Lys/video.html
Hi Sophia quick question. Did you upload all your paperwork to the website or did you mail it in?
Hi there. I uploaded everything. That will make it so much faster! Good luck
@@SofiaAmirpoor Thank you, keep up the great work 👍
What if you're already receiving housebound benefits which isn't much do you think u would have a better chance with that? Or is it just hard to get it period?? I'm 100% p/t and now I have an EXTREMELY difficult time completing my basic day to day activities. Any info is appreciated..
Hi Joey, I don't know the answer regarding which might be better for you, but here is the VA Helpline: 800-827-1000 They are very helpful and friendly and should be able to give you much better advise than me! Good luck!
There's different criteria for disabled vets and pensioners
Am applying for mom who is widow of veteran. Do I use her data to complete online forms or my data. I am applying for her because she has very poor vision and cannot read almost anything. Certainly not able to hear to talk on phone.
@danworst6229 Hi Dan! If you haven't already watched it, please watch this video that will discuss all the forms you will need, including the one for you to fill out as someone completing on behalf of your mom. For all the forms that ask info on applicant....that's info regarding your mom. For any forms that ask about the veteran...of course that's her deceased spouse. czcams.com/video/A8YXawD5Lys/video.htmlsi=Tmn0r5-XzFIPAxuA Thanks for watching! And good luck in your application process!
I have a question was your dad already in the VA system getting VA benefits already ? When I look online my husband qualifies for AA but they are asking me to file a disability claim
@Diana Hall No, my dad never used the VA system before getting A&A
@@SofiaAmirpoor I have tried to get my husband in the VA w no luck our elder attorney told me about the AA . I applied but I guess it’s more than just that one form . That’s next on my list of things to do. TY for your answer… this VA stuff has been so difficult to manage
I think now these funds goes directly to the caregiver. I just applied.
For A&A they go to the veteran, then they can pay the caregiver. Good luck with your application!!
You're referring to a different program called caregiver support program
Hi I need help with applying for aid and attendance for my grandma
@Rebecca Davis Hi! This video is a little old and the VA website has changed, but the steps and advice are still super helpful! Good luck!
VA LONG-TERM CARE BENEFITS- Step by Step Application Process-2019 (Aid and Attendance)
czcams.com/video/A8YXawD5Lys/video.html
I hope I won’t experience your frustrations. Congrats.👍
I hope so too .
Did you have to go to a C&P exam for it or did they just go off your paperwork evidence?
@Michael Anastasio Hi. Dad’s PCP filled out the VA form as proof. That was it!
@@SofiaAmirpoor was his pcp a va doctor??
@Michael Anastasio. No, VA doctor is not needed to fill out paperwork for Aid and Attendant program, just the regular doctor. My dad has never seen a VA doctor in his life.
@@SofiaAmirpoor thank you so much for the info and your time.
Do the veteran benefits extend to widows of WW2 vets?
Yes. Of the vet would have qualified, then so does their widow
@@SofiaAmirpoor fastest response ever!!!
Can you be a caregiver and receive Aid and Attendance?
As a caregiver, you don’t receive Aid and Attendance money. It is paid to the veteran (or their eligible spouse) and they can choose to use it to pay you for providing care.
Must my Mom be receiving a VA pension in order to qualify for A&A benefit? Mom is 91, meets the requirements and is the surviving spouse of a Korean War Vet. My Dad was not receiving a pension. Thank you!
@Donna Pratt no I don’t think so, A&A is considered a pension. Apply! Good luck! And watch my video on the step by step application process! Their website has changed a bit, but the steps are the same
@@SofiaAmirpoor THANK YOU!!!
Is there any income and assets limits to qualify for A&A?
@ R Sonny Sampayan-Sampayan Hi there. The VA no longer uses income or assets to qualify, they now use net worth. For 12/1/21 to 11/30/22 the net worth limit is $138,489. They do not count the primary residence (up to a certain acreage), car or normal household items. And you can deduct all medical expenses in the equation.
@@SofiaAmirpoor Thanks for your rapid answer. Where can I find this reference? Other veterans are telling me that there is no net worth cap. Thanks again, Sofia.
@R Sonny Sampayan-Sampayan Here is the link to the VA web page :
www.va.gov/pension/veterans-pension-rates/
@@SofiaAmirpoor thanks for your invaluable information, Sofia!
You're welcome!!
Will you share with me
Looks likes some lucky guy's cute wife.