Monica Grannis

The spouse of a deceased veteran may qualify for certain benefits. While this is not an exhaustive list that includes every possible benefit, the more commonly used benefits are listed below. Aid and Attendance Benefit...

Assisted living costs have been rising for years, with the national median price now $4,995 per month. In fact, the average annual rate of increase has outstripped annual inflation rates. However, costs can vary...

Elderly war era veterans, and their surviving spouses, could be eligible for a VA tax-free financial benefit to help offset the cost of care.  Some people have the idea that this benefit is only...

The Department of Veterans Affairs provides tax-free monthly payments to eligible veterans and surviving spouses who require care in the home or in a care facility.  The purpose of this benefit program is to...

The Aid & Attendance Pension can bring considerable financial relief to elderly wartime veterans and surviving spouses who require care in the home or in a care facility. Families pursuing this for a loved one...

Have you recently looked into assisted living costs for an elderly person? If yes, you may have had sticker shock.  Depending on the state, the average cost of assisted living facilities in the U.S....

I’m astounded to encounter so many families who are unaware of a VA benefit for a mother or relative who is a surviving spouse of a wartime veteran.  It’s called the “Aid & Attendance...

Many senior wartime veterans and their surviving spouses could be eligible for a monthly VA benefit if they require care in the home or in a care facility. This is a financial benefit called...