If you are nodding your head to any of the above, please contact us to talk through your thoughts and questions. You can also visit our Decision Toolkit for information and advice on everything from paying for senior living, living options and assistance, and managing change.
Most importantly, we are guests in your loved one's home. We are here to make them more comfortable, to feel warm and welcome. We'll keep you posted on how they're doing and invite you to visit as often as you'd like.
Housebound
To qualify under the VA’s housebound category, you need to show that due to your disability, you are substantially confined to your dwelling and the immediate premises. Additionally, a VA 21-2680 exam must be completed by a Doctor and certify that the veteran or the surviving spouse is either housebound or needs the aid and attendance of some other person in order to perform daily functions.
Aid & Attendance (A&A)
To qualify under the Aid and Attendance, a veteran or surviving spouse must show one of the following:
Countable Income
VA must consider income from all sources when reviewing the application. This includes Social Security income, income from investments (interest income), retirement pensions or 401K, income from rental property, etc. If the veteran is married, the income from both is considered.
Some ongoing medical expenses can be used to reduce countable income. This includes the cost of Assisted Living care, in-home care, and medical supplemental insurance. If you have been rated 'Housebound' or in need of 'Aid & Attendance,' and you are paying for in-home care, the provider does not have to be a licensed health care provider for you to claim this deduction.
Remember that some long-term care insurance policies stipulate that payment for assisted living is determined by a person's ability to perform two or more "activities of daily living." Some insurers may require a physician evaluation, with a physician of their choice to determine if your condition qualifies for coverage.
A "facility-only" policy covers care received in a licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility, but not care in an unlicensed facility or your home. Integrated home care policies with 100% protection for care received either at a licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility or an unlicensed setting, like your home are always an option worth investigating.
Nursing Homes and Alzheimer's Care
Nursing home care and Memory Care is paid by long-term care insurance but with stipulations. Policy terms may vary widely, so be aware of what is and isn't included and the terms of coverage.
We've given a lot of consideration to what we can do to make you feel welcome, comfortable and at home, including putting together this Checklist and list of Packing Pointers.
We've got you covered with a checklist. We recommend that you begin this process a few weeks prior to your move if possible.
We will meet you and your movers here at our Traditions community and direct movers to your new apartment. As a welcome to the community, we invite you and your family to enjoy a delicious dining experience during the move. Many of our current residents may stop by to say hello and welcome you. Our department heads will also coordinate times to meet with you and your family to review their roles and how they may assist you.
Fees are paid monthly. A one-time Community Fee is required prior to moving in. We ask that residents provide a 30-day notice to terminate their agreement in the event that alternative housing is required.
Absolutely! We offer restaurant-style dining, a full menu created and updated regularly by our Executive Chef, flexible dining hours and anytime dining options so you can eat what you like, when you like.
Yes, we welcome cats and small dogs as valued members of our community!
We do! Residents and visitors park right here on the premises.