VA Aid and Attendance or Housebound Benefits

Additional monthly VA pension payments for certain qualified Veterans and survivors who need daily assistance or are housebound.

Additional VA pension help

VA Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits add monthly payments to a VA pension for qualified Veterans and survivors. Medical and pension eligibility conditions apply.

CurrentData: Current 2026 guidance

What it may help with: Additional monthly payment added to an eligible VA pension

Administered by: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Last source verification: August 27, 2026

Eligibility note

You generally must already qualify for or receive a VA pension and meet Aid and Attendance or Housebound conditions. This quick screening form does not collect veteran or medical-status details.

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Independent information service. This page summarizes official information and does not guarantee eligibility or replace an agency decision.