Everyone deserves to age with dignity and grace, and Heritage Home Care is here to ensure that our clients do. While we treat your loved ones with the high-quality home care services they deserve, we also have a focus on veteran home care.
Our home care agency in Scottsdale is proud to serve those who have served our country and provide support for their needs with a variety of personalized care plans and assistance in the comfort of their home. Reach out today to schedule a consultation to learn more about our home care support for veterans and how we help them preserve their independence and dignity.
Understanding Veteran Home Care
Your loved one may have served our country, but now, they may struggle to do some things on their own. They might not need a nurse or round-the-clock care, but they could use support. Heritage’s veteran home care program aims to bridge that gap, allowing veterans to stay in their familiar environment and enjoy a better quality of life.
Many veterans also have hearing loss, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other conditions that require specialized understanding and care that can be provided at home. Caregivers can assist them with daily living activities, including meal preparation and personal care. These in-home services allow your loved one to stay healthy and safe while supporting their mental and emotional well-being through companionship and connections.
Unfortunately, the VA system is incredibly complex and can be difficult to access for veterans. However, with veteran home care through Heritage Home Care, there are no barriers, and we have qualified staff who understand their unique needs.
In-Home Care Services Offered by Heritage Home Care for Veterans
Serving those who gave their all to support America and our freedom is our pride and joy. We offer in-home services that are tailored to the needs of veterans in your family.
Daily Living Assistance and Companionship
Through in-home care that supports your loved one, they can retain their independence and reduce the risks of going to the hospital. Our compassionate caregivers can provide a variety of support services for your veteran’s daily needs. We offer personal care and hygiene support to ensure they are taken care of, along with meal planning and preparation to make sure they eat properly.
Our companion care and emotional support provide mental health benefits to keep their minds engaged and prevent isolation. Many veterans have disabilities that make it difficult to clean, drive, or run typical errands. We provide these services with pride, giving your loved one the best of both worlds – access to the care they need without giving up their home.
Medication Reminders
As a home care provider, we also offer medication reminders to ensure that your loved one takes all necessary medications on time. Whether these medications are temporary, such as after surgery or illness, or they are necessary for managing other health conditions, you can rest assured that our caregivers will provide timely reminders of the appropriate schedule of medication.
Special Considerations for Veterans with Disabilities or Mental Health Needs
As a person ages, the stories they take into their golden years have a lasting impact. However, with veterans, many of their stories are traumatic reminders of things they witnessed during their time of service. Some may have physical disabilities, while others continually struggle with the mental health impacts of fighting for America’s freedom.
Heritage Home Care provides support programs tailored to veterans. We also work with you and your family to provide guidance and support to help them thrive while caring for them in their home.
Personalized Care Plans
At Heritage Home Care, we know that every veteran has unique needs. We offer customized home care plans for this reason, as no two veterans will require the same approach. Whether they need in-home care for a few hours a day or several times per week, we will help craft a plan that is tailored to provide them with the best care.
In doing so, we stress the importance of family involvement in veteran home care plans. Family involvement ensures the best outcomes for aging loved ones because it means better adherence to treatment plans and improved recovery. With family around to provide love and support, veterans experience less loneliness, anxiety, and depression. We encourage regular interaction to help them have a sense of connection that helps their cognitive and emotional health.
When you are present and active in your loved one’s life, you can also provide key information about their history, preferences, and daily routines. This allows us to provide consistent and personalized care that meets their needs. Most importantly, being involved in the home care plan of your veteran relative helps them to maintain a sense of normalcy and autonomy in their home, allowing them to thrive.
Financial Considerations for Home Care for Veterans
Since many veterans are on a fixed income, they may worry about the financial strain getting care at home could put on their family. There are programs devoted to assisting veterans in their senior years that can help ease the financial burden.
Veterans who have served 90 days of active duty, including one day during a wartime period, along with their surviving spouses, may be eligible for Aid & Attendance to get the help needed for daily living activities. The benefits are paid out monthly to help with the cost of care.
The Veteran-Directed Care Program can also help, allowing eligible veterans to hire and manage their own caregivers. VA funds are redirected to pay hourly wages for the care received. Additionally, the VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) Benefit provides veterans with financial assistance for home modifications needed as a result of medical conditions connected to the services they provided the country. This assistance allows veterans to get the care they need at home and enjoy being treated with the dignity they deserve in their own domain.
Community and Veteran Support Services
The Scottsdale community supports veterans in a variety of ways, and Heritage Home Care is an avid proponent of these support services. Community support is critical for the well-being of all veterans by fostering a sense of belonging while connecting them to resources that complement home care through social interaction and the opportunity for personal growth.
Support Through the Community
Both the American Legion Post 44 and VFW Post 3513 provide support and engagement for veterans in Scottsdale. The Warrior Allegiance is another organization that engages veterans with their communities through volunteers who value the chance to give back to those who have served.
Why It Matters
When the community is involved with providing support to veterans, it can help establish feelings of belonging and normalcy. Isolation can impact all seniors, but veterans are especially vulnerable. The unique challenges they faced during their time of service are difficult to understand for ordinary civilians.
Community support networks can not only link veterans to resources, such as financial assistance programs, but also link them to fellow veterans. They get the chance to interact with others through shared activities that allow for personal growth, further enhancing their quality of life and resilience when they receive home care. These services benefit our brave veterans, but they also connect families of veterans. This support is vital for family caregivers, giving them respite with others who understand the same challenges of caring for an aging veteran.
Why Choose Heritage Home Care for In-Home Veteran Care?
Heritage Home Care in Scottsdale stands out among other home care agencies and facilities by providing veterans with the dignified care they need at home. Families have trusted us for years to provide personal care and manage daily tasks for their loved ones. You can rest assured that our respite care gives you a chance to breathe and take the time you need to take care of yourself without worrying about your veteran family member.
We take the time to evaluate the needs of every senior and their families, working directly with you to tailor a plan that fits your needs. If needs change, as they so often do, we are able to revisit the plan and make adjustments to provide the right level of care. You’ll also be kept in the loop because we are firm believers in family involvement to ensure the best possible outcomes. Communication is key, and we involve you with the process in all phases.
Home care for veterans allows you to get to know the caregivers who visit your home. They become your partner in meeting your loved one’s needs, giving you greater security while reducing your stress and worries. Heritage Home Care is committed to you and the veteran in your life. Let us help you retain their dignity and independence while they serve the remainder of their years comfortably at home.
