Tropical Storm Milton Update

Westminster Communities of Florida is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Milton and our top priority is ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and team members. We are actively planning and preparing for the storm and are taking all necessary precautions. We will provide updates as they become available and throughout the storm. Please click here for the most up-to-date news.

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Florida Presbyterian Homes is now Westminster Lakeland!

We are pleased to announce that Florida Presbyterian Homes has joined the family of Westminster Communities of Florida, a fiscally strong, financially sound organization that is Florida’s largest not-for-profit provider of senior living. Learn all about the Westminster family and Westminster Lakeland today!

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What are Aid and Attendance Benefits? How the U.S. pays for some senior living services for veterans

What are Aid and Attendance Benefits? How the U.S. pays for some senior living services for veterans

Westminster Communities of Florida always honors and supports our senior citizen veterans who served our country with valor and dedication. A common question we receive from residents and future residents is how to pay for assisted living facilities and nursing home care using Aid and Attendance benefits provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Aid and Attendance offers financial assistance to eligible veterans and their spouses or surviving spouses who need extra help with daily living activities.

What do you need to know about Aid and Attendance benefits?

Aid and Attendance is a special pension program designed to support senior veterans and their families in covering the costs associated with long-term care. It’s specifically aimed at those who require assistance with the activities of daily living like bathing, dressing and eating, or for those who are confined to their homes or nursing facilities.

Who may be eligible and what are the requirements?

To qualify for Aid and Attendance benefits, veterans must have served at least 90 days of active duty, with at least one day during a wartime period. Additionally, veterans must meet specific financial criteria and have a documented need for aid and attendance or be housebound. Surviving spouses of veterans may also be eligible for this benefit.

What financial assistance do Aid and Attendance benefits provide?

Aid and Attendance benefits provide additional financial support. This assistance can be used to cover the costs of an assisted living facility, nursing home care, in-home care or other medical expenses related to long-term care. The amount of the benefit varies based on factors such as income, assets and marital status. 

How do you apply for Aid and Attendance benefits?

Applying for Aid and Attendance benefits may seem overwhelming, but the VA offers resources to help veterans and their families through the process. It’s crucial to gather all necessary documentation, including military service records, medical reports and financial information before submitting the application. Veterans’ service organizations, state and county veteran service offices and accredited agents or attorneys can provide guidance and support during the application process.

As we commemorate Memorial Day, it’s important to express our gratitude for the sacrifices made by veterans, including the older adults among them. By raising awareness about Aid and Attendance benefits and caring for those who have served our nation, we hope to demonstrate our commitment to supporting veterans and their families as they face the challenges of aging.. It’s a way to ensure they receive the care and assistance they deserve.  

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