Are you over 65 and need assistance with veterans benefits for long term care in New Jersey?
Contact us today.
VA pensions are not just for wartime veterans who were wounded or disabled while they were serving in the armed forces. Millions of veterans and their spouses may be eligible for special monthly pension benefits solely because they are over 65 years of age and are homebound, in assisted/supportive living or in a nursing home. Those veterans and/or their survivors only need to prove that their medical expenses exceed certain income and asset limitations. The maximum benefit available can provide significant help in paying for long term care costs.
"Early Dementia, Alzheimer’s. My Mom’s health deteriorated to the point she required full-time care. She wanted to live at home, but required regular help with the essentials of daily living (i.e. dressing, bathing, etc.). As her caregiver daughter, the responsibilities fell on me to figure out what to do. Thank goodness for Fredrick Niemann and Mr. Niemann.
He met with me and explained all of my options for my mom, from at home/community care, assisted living, state, county and local programs for the elderly, financial eligibility for benefits, Medicaid qualification, pharmaceutical assistance, utility aid, Medicare and Veteran’s benefits, etc. While I felt overwhelmed by it all, Mr. Niemann clearly was in control of what could be done for Mom. We engaged him to make applications for subsidized at-home care and assistance through available grant programs and as part of his services to us, he is counseling us on a reverse mortgage, income and financial products to enhance Mom’s monthly income and to reduce her expenses. Mom would tell me to let Mr. Niemann make all the decisions although I am her Power of Attorney. I value so much his confident and generally caring manner. If you’re trying to help your Mom, Dad or family member deal with a life changing health condition, call Fredrick Niemann. I’m glad I did and so is Mom."
—Mary Layton, Farmingdale, NJ» Read more testimonials
An experienced elder law attorney can assist you and your family by explaining what may seem like many difficult-to-understand things about long-term care. Qualification for a veteran benefit is only one of several concerns that must be considered. You may need guidance and/or have questions about the following:
- Care options available in the local community for both the veteran and the spouse
- A review of VA, Medicare and Medicaid as they apply to your circumstances
- A calculation of the actual dollar benefit and/or cost of any helpful idea that is discussed
- Analysis of any income tax, estate tax or gift tax issues
- Estate plan documents such as powers of attorney, wills and possibly trusts
- A review of your personal, financial and family resources
- Analysis of financial suitability of any asset (preservation)
- Analysis of both positives and negatives of all planning options
- Possible submission of the VA claim form
Once a veteran has expressed that he or she wants to file a specific claim for VA benefits, an attorney who prepares the claim must do so on a free (pro bono) basis or refer you to the Veterans Administration or a Veterans Service Organization which will prepare your claim for free.
Call us today to discuss your needs and/or to set up an appointment.
Fredrick P. Niemann
(732) 863-9900