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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may provide long-term care for service-related disabilities or for certain eligible veterans. There might be a waiting list for VA nursing homes. The VA also provides some at-home care. Listed below are some opportunities and requirements/limits for veterans’ benefits:

Veterans Benefits Opportunities: Veterans Benefits Requirements/Limits:
If you are a veteran, you might be able to get help paying for your long-term care needs. You must be eligible for VA benefits and can only receive care in VA facilities.
The VA provides care in VA nursing homes and some at-home care. There might be a waiting list for VA nursing homes.

Visit the Department of Veterans Affairs to download a Veterans Benefits fact sheet or call the VA at 1-800-827-1000 to obtain information about available services in your area.

Visit the Veterans Health Administration to view available programs and services.

Page Last Updated: April 10, 2007

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