Getting Veterans Benefits In California
U.S. soldiers devote their lives to protecting the safety and freedom of the United States. They deserve to be treated with honor and respect, a degree of which is demonstrated through the administration of veterans benefits.
Attorney Gerry Kane at the Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane, located in Encino, California, represents veterans throughout Southern California in accessing the benefits and pensions to which they are entitled.
To discuss your questions with a Los Angeles veterans benefits lawyer, contact Mr. Kane today to schedule an initial consultation: 818-905-6088.
San Fernando Valley Lawyer for Help With Special Pensions
Special pensions are available to wartime U.S. veterans over 65 who were not dishonorably discharged and their surviving spouses, provided certain income eligibility requirements are met. The money obtained from these pensions can be used for many purposes:
- Paying for assisted living
- Paying for the high cost of ongoing medical bills
- Allowing for necessary in home care
- Arranging for nursing home care
Mr. Kane has in-depth knowledge of the sometimes complicated interplay of veterans benefits and other government assistance programs such as welfare, Medicaid, and Medi-Cal, as well as the estate planning tools that can be used to protect assets while preserving eligibility for these programs. Let him answer all your questions about veterans benefits.
It is important to remember that a full range of benefits may be available through veterans benefits programs, as well as other government benefit programs. Working with an attorney who is familiar with the many options available can help to maximize your benefits and protect your eligibility.
Contact Mr. Kane’s Encino law office online today at 818-905-6088 to speak directly to an attorney, or read these veterans benefits FAQs for answers to your questions.
Is There a Benefit Available to Help Me Pay for Nursing Home Care?
Under most circumstances, veterans are eligible to receive nursing home care through Aid & Attendance. Additionally, benefits may be available for other types of care such as assisted living.
What Other Benefits Are Available to Veterans?
In California, veterans may be eligible for many potential benefits. Some of these benefits include:
- Nursing home care/assisted living
- Medical bills
- In-home care
A veteran may also be eligible for other government benefits such as Medicaid, Medi-Cal, welfare, Social Security Disability, and more. Talk to a veterans benefits attorney directly to find out what benefits you may be eligible to receive.
As a Veteran, Do I Qualify for Special Pension Benefits?
There are certain eligibility requirements that must be met by a veteran in order to qualify for disability benefits:
- The veteran must be age 65 or older and be permanently and totally disabled
- The veteran must not have been dishonorably discharged
- The veteran must have served active duty for a period of 90 days or more
- The veteran must have served in active duty during war time (the applicable wars include WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and the First Gulf War)
Contact A San Fernando Valley Lawyer Today
As a skilled San Fernando Valley attorney, Mr. Kane can protect your eligibility and help you navigate the VA’s application process. For help with paying your medical bills, please contact him to schedule a no-obligation initial consultation. He offers weekend and evening appointments upon request. You may also call 818-905-6088.