The Homemaker Home Health Aide Care (H/HHA) program delivers non-medical personal care services directly to veterans in their homes under the Veterans Community Care program. While these aides are not nurses, they are supervised by registered nurses who assess and oversee the veteran’s care needs. This program is particularly beneficial for veterans who:
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Require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs).
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Are isolated or have caregivers experiencing burnout.
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Prefer to remain at home rather than move to a nursing facility.
Home care services can be combined with other VA Home and Community Based Services, and availability may vary by location.
What Services Are Covered?
Under the H/HHA program, veterans may receive assistance with:
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Personal care tasks like bathing, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
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Companion care services such as companionship, light housekeeping/homemaker services, and wellness care.
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Specialty care services such as mobility support, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, and hourly care.
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Respite care to provide temporary relief for family caregivers.
These services aim to support veterans in maintaining their independence and quality of life at home.
Who Is Eligible?
All veterans enrolled in VA healthcare may be eligible for H/HHA services, contingent upon clinical need and service availability in their area. Eligibility is determined through an assessment by a VA social worker or care coordinator.
How to Apply
To access H/HHA services, you can work directly with a VA-approved home care agency such as Harmony at Home Senior Care or directly:
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Contact Your VA Primary Care Team: Discuss your needs and request a referral for H/HHA services.
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Schedule an Assessment: A VA social worker will evaluate your eligibility and care requirements.
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Coordinate Services: If approved, services will be arranged through a VA-contracted agency.
For more information, visit the VA’s official page on Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care.
Why Choose a VA-Approved Home Care Agency?
Opting for a VA-approved home care agency ensures:
- Cost Management: VA directly covers the cost with the community providers.
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Quality Assurance: Agencies meet VA standards for training and supervision.
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Seamless Coordination: Integrated care plans between the VA and service providers.
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Peace of Mind: Confidence in receiving consistent and reliable care.
Have more questions about the Homemaker Home Health Aide Care or how to access your VA benefits? Harmony at Home Senior Care is a VA-approved Community Care provider. If you are a veteran or aiding a veteran family member seeking care, we’d be happy to assist you to make sure you are receiving the benefits you or your loved one deserve. Give us a call at 972-789-4187 to get started or visit our Veterans Home Care page for more information.
