St. Louis, MO estate & probate attorney Nikki Mitchell shares how she can help veterans and their families with Aid and Attendance Pensions. She points out that Aid and Attendance is a special veterans’ pension program designed for individuals who served during wartime. The program underwent a major overhaul in 2018, significantly changing its rules. While the new guidelines now more closely resemble Medicaid eligibility standards, they still differ enough to require careful navigation. Her firm assists clients in using these VA benefits to help pay for long-term care, integrating them as part of a comprehensive planning strategy.

When working with clients on long-term care planning, she emphasizes the importance of considering all available resources early in the process. For veterans who may qualify, incorporating Aid and Attendance benefits can be a valuable tool. Her team helps clients determine whether they are eligible, guides them through any steps necessary to become eligible, and assists with the application process to ensure they can access the support they’ve earned through their service.