Veterans Aid & Attendance

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Lawyers Serving Our Veterans

Veterans or their widows may be eligible for additional income through the Veterans Aid and Attendance program. Qualifying applicants may receive a pension or survivor’s benefits, plus additional money to pay for medicine. These benefits may total up to $24,000 per year, tax-free!

Too many assets or too much income can disqualify a veteran or a veteran’s surviving spouse. At Livens & Reed, PLLC, we are adept at helping clients qualify for VA benefits while also preserving assets. We have a 100% approval rate, and have successfully represented clients in VA appeals.

Our attorneys and staff can directly represent the veteran or the spouse of a veteran. More commonly, we represent adult children who are caregivers or legal guardians. Our Bedford, Texas, law practice serves clients across the Dallas-Fort Worth area and statewide. Contact us today for a free consultation.

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How We Can Help

Veterans Aid and Attendance Requirements

The veteran or the veteran’s widow/widower must meet five requirements:

The veteran must have served in the military for at least one day while our country was declared at war.
They must have served in the military for 90 days of active duty.
They must have received better than a dishonorable discharge.
The veteran or the surviving spouse must need assistance with activities of daily living.
Veteran/Widow assets must be less than $155,356.

Affordable Veterans Benefits Planning

We understand the difficult financial situation that veterans and their surviving spouses face. There are no hidden fees. We charge a flat fee for all of our services.

Many applications for Veterans Aid and Attendance program are turned down because (a) income exceeds the maximum, (b) assets exceed the threshold or (c) the applicant or caregiver filled out the wrong forms or filled out the forms incorrectly.

We have found that many applicants can legitimately increase medical expenses (assisted living or home health care, medications, medical equipment) to reduce their income to a qualifying level.

Wartime Service Dates

WWI-4/6/1917-11/11/1918
WWII-12/7/1941-12/31/1946
Korean-6/27/1950-1/31/1955
Vietnam-8/5/1964-5/7/1975
Gulf-8/2/1990-Present

Comprehensive, Coordinated Planning

We also look at how Veterans Aid and Attendance program will affect Medicaid planning strategies and estate planning concerns. Without proper consideration, qualifying for VA benefits could disqualify the veteran or widow for other government benefits. We work to maximize income while protecting assets and all other eligibility.

Call 817-545-3425 or email us for a free initial consultation with a lawyer. Ask for a complimentary informational packet about Veterans Aid and Attendance program and our legal services.

Excellence That Defines Us

Our Practice Areas

We’ve built a culture that empowers our attorneys to truly connect with clients bringing integrity, insight, and dedication to every case. From Medicaid planning and elder law to estate protection and long-term care advocacy, our collaborative culture drives not only our success but, more importantly, yours.

Medicare Planning & Elder Law

Probate & Estate Administration

Wills , Trust & Estate Planning

Asset Protection & Business Succession

Special Needs Planning

Veterans Aid & Attendance

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nicole did a fantastic job walking me through the Medicaid process for my mom. She answered all my questions with kindness & respect keeping all parties in mind that were involved with the process.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The legal team at Livens & Reed has proved to be nothing short of exceptional.  From Chad Reed, Nicole Landrum and finally, today, Shawn Crawford.  Talking about a dream team, I feel very fortunate and comforted knowing I have the right people on my side.  Thank you for your warmth and professionalism!  It’s reassuring to know our legal needs are in great hands.  If I could rate higher than 5 stars I absolutely would.
  
 
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