Course 1140 - Understanding Access to Aid & Attendance Benefits from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Tracking # 20-1294648
$19.95
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The Aid & Attendance (A&A) benefit through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is a vital financial resource that can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses afford long-term care services, including care provided in group homes and assisted living environments. However, many care providers and families are unaware of this benefit or unsure how to navigate the application process. This course equips residential care professionals with foundational knowledge about the Aid & Attendance benefit, including eligibility criteria, covered services, and how care providers can ethically support residents and their families in accessing this benefit. Upon completion, participants will be able to: - Understand the purpose and scope of the VA Aid & Attendance benefit - Identify eligibility requirements for veterans and surviving spouses - Recognize allowable care settings and services covered by the benefit - Explain the role of care providers in the benefit application process - Provide appropriate referrals and resources without offering legal or financial advice This course is ideal for group home administrators, direct care staff, case managers, and anyone supporting veterans or their families in residential care settings.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Georgia State Board of Long-Term Care Facility Administrators
Assisted Living Community Administrator
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Provider Information:
Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing education, offering training designed to improve care quality, resource access, and service navigation in residential care settings. This course educates group home professionals on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Aid & Attendance benefit and how it supports eligible residents and their families.
Course Purpose and Learning Objectives:
This course provides essential information about the Aid & Attendance benefit offered through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Explain the purpose and scope of the VA Aid & Attendance benefit
- Identify eligibility requirements for veterans and surviving spouses
- Understand which services and care environments may be covered
- Refer families to appropriate legal or financial professionals
- Support residents by providing accurate information and ethical guidance
Instructor Credentials:
This course is presented by experienced professionals in veterans’ services, long-term care, and benefits navigation. Instructor credentials are available upon request.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for group home administrators, direct care staff, case managers, and other professionals working with veterans and their families in residential care environments.
Fees and Refund Policy:
Course fees are disclosed at enrollment. Refund requests must be submitted in writing before course completion per the published refund policy.
Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosures:
This course is developed independently and is free of commercial bias. No financial relationships exist between instructors and commercial entities that influence course content. No sponsorships or financial incentives were received.
Non-Endorsement Statement:
Completion of this course does not imply endorsement of specific products, services, or benefit application services by Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. or CE Broker.
Course Completion Requirements:
To receive continuing education (CE) credit, participants must:
- Review all course materials
- Pass any required assessments
- Complete a course evaluation
Accreditation and CE Credit:
Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. is an approved CE provider through CE Broker. Participants should verify with their licensing boards regarding course acceptance.
Contact Information:
For inquiries, accommodations, or complaints, contact:
Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc.
Offices in Georgia, Florida, and Michigan
¿ 866.982.4449
¿ onlinelearning@directcaretraining.com