WHAT TO EXPECT DURING FILING

It is hard to speculate on what you will experience while filing for the Aid & Attendance Special Pension. Each case is unique and carries its own set of challenges. One thing you can expect is that it will take between 4-6 months for your application to be processed. Fortunately, all benefits are retro-dated back to the original filing date. However, if you or your loved one is ill, it can be a challenge to get everything done quickly.

We have included on this site our personal experience with dealing with the VA and the Aid & Attendance Special Pension, not to discourage anyone preparing to file, but to give a realistic example of problems and challenges that you might face. It is this experience that led us to develop this website to inform the public about the Aid & Attendance Special Pension. This is only one experience out of thousands, but it is best to be prepared for whatever might happen.

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VeteranAid.org was created to provide information, free of charge, to veterans, their spouses and families.  If you are a veteran, the surviving spouse of a veteran, or the responsible family member of a veteran, we urge you to apply for the VA Aid and Attendance Special Pension at the earliest time possible.  This benefit could make the difference between a veteran or surviving spouse living in a high-quality assisted living facility or in a state-operated nursing home.

VeteranAid.org cannot answer any legal or medical questions.  VeteranAid.org is not associated with any government agency and cannot guarantee eligibility nor monetary compensation from the Aid and Attendance program.  This website is for informational purposes only.

*Figures are from the Veteran's Administration as of 12/01/08  Please contact the VA to verify current Aid and Attendance monthly payments.