Many families are unaware of an important benefit available through the Department of Veterans Affairs to which their loved ones may be entitled. It is a pension program often referred to as Aid and Attendance, and it can help defray the costs of care for qualified veterans and their surviving spouses.
Some key things to know about the Aid and Attendance benefit:
Aid and Attendance is a pension benefit and is not dependent upon service-related injuries.
Wartime veterans and their surviving spouses may be eligible.
Certain medical and financial requirements must be met.
Veterans Aid and Attendance benefits can help pay for care in the home, nursing home or assisted living facility.
Watch this webinar to learn about assistance available to veterans and their families from JOHN MCNAIR, Certified Elder Law Attorney with McNair Dallas Law. Learn the latest numbers for Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and VA Pension, as well as new rules and regulations!
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Jeff is joined today by Craig Milsten. Craig has worked as an assistant District Attorney and the head of litigation at a large general practice law firm. For the last 18 years, he has been with Katherman Briggs & Greenberg (KBG) Injury Law. Craig is an experienced trial attorney and specializes in personal injury claims. Both Craig and Jeff have teenagers who are exceptional performers and musicians. Yorks music communityespecially the York Symphony and the Youth Symphonyhave greatly influenced their children's musical development. You wont want to miss this discussion, which includes the remarkable musical journey of Craigs son, Andy. https://resultsyoudeserve.com/https://www.facebook.com/resultsyoudeserve/?fref=tshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG6oF1dskVt2W5gAMRuh-Hw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-personal-injury-to-parenting-prodigies-meet-craig/id1634278675?i=1000638521983 YouTube: https://youtu.be/7MqK_9G4Z1k Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3XUAamw4KNnFQL0QAC6yJA?si=BZ0HkXU_Tayzr6cs6gbnJA
Jeffs guest is Tina Hess, the owner of Good News Consulting. Since 1998, the company has specialized in person-centered dementia care and provided training, consulting, care management, and guardianship services. In 2004, members of the team began serving as court-appointed guardians. With its advocacy, caregiver training, and resources for professionals and families, Good News Consulting continues to profoundly impact the quality and availability of dementia care in our state and communities. The companys website is loaded with wonderful resources. Visit http://www.goodnewsconsulting.com/ and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/goodnewsconsulting. To get in touch, call 717-843-1504 or send an email to info@goodnewsconsulting.com.email Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowering-our-communities-the-impact-of-good/id1634278675?i=1000637008895 YouTube: https://youtu.be/l36eAC2E_ME Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0oqFrT5sUsJ2DTtUSgIDqF?si=YbpjSY-7Q-qs8QmapyIV7g
Areas of Practice: Estate Planning, Probate, Wills, Trusts, Guardianship, Long Term Care Benefits PlanningJohn is Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and Board Certified in Tax Law. As an Accredited Attorney with the Department of Veteran Affairs, he is qualified to give planning advice, create trusts and provide assistance with applications for the V.A. Aid and Attendance program which provides supplemental income to qualified veterans to pay for medical expenses. John is also skilled in navigating Medicaid rules and regulations and has helped many clients preserve significant assets. In 2016, John became the only attorney in Dallas that is certified in Elder Law through The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF).