Home care support for veteran families in Brevard County
The Space Coast is home to many veterans and surviving spouses. If you are caring for one, here is a plain guide to VA programs worth asking about, with official VA.gov links, and how Grace & Glory's private-pay companion care can help at home.
VA programs to ask about
Eligibility and amounts are set by the VA and change over time. Always check VA.gov or an accredited representative for your situation.
- VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits: added monthly amounts for veterans and survivors who qualify for a VA pension.
- VA pension benefits for wartime veterans and surviving spouses with limited income.
- VA Homemaker and Home Health Aide care, arranged through the VA health care team.
- VA respite care for caregivers of enrolled veterans.
- VA Caregiver Support Program, including the Caregiver Support Line at 1-855-260-3274.
- Find a VA-accredited representative for free help with claims.
How Grace & Glory can help
- Companionship, conversation and outings
- Meals, groceries, errands and light housekeeping
- Respite so a spouse or adult child can rest
- Every caregiver is background-checked
Grace & Glory is not a VA-contracted provider and does not bill the VA; our services are private pay. Our help is non-medical, and we do not provide personal care or medication reminders. Grace and Glory Homecare LLC does not currently advertise as an AHCA-licensed Home Health Agency.
Live out of state? See caring for a parent in Brevard from far away and the home care cost guide.
Veteran family questions
1. What is VA Aid and Attendance?
Aid and Attendance is an increased monthly amount added to a VA pension for qualified veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities, or who meet other conditions. You must qualify for the VA pension to receive it. VA.gov has the official eligibility rules and how to apply.
2. Is Grace & Glory a VA-contracted provider?
No. Grace & Glory is not contracted with the VA and does not bill the VA. Our companion and homemaker care is private pay. Families decide how to use their own funds, including any benefits they receive.
3. Who can help us apply for VA benefits?
VA-accredited representatives, including county veterans service officers and veterans service organizations, help with claims free of charge. Use the VA.gov tool to find an accredited representative.
4. Does the VA offer home care or respite programs?
Yes. The VA offers programs such as Homemaker and Home Health Aide care and respite care for enrolled veterans who qualify, arranged through the veteran's VA health care team. VA.gov explains each program.
5. What help does Grace & Glory provide for veterans?
Non-medical companion and homemaker support in Melbourne, Palm Bay and nearby Brevard: companionship, meals, errands, rides, light housekeeping and respite for family caregivers. Every caregiver is background-checked. We do not provide personal care or medication reminders.