Senior Resources - American Legion Post #40

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Veteran Care Guide

    Individuals who serve within the United States Military may qualify for certain monetary and medical benefits through the US Office of Veterans Affairs. These may include a monthly financial pension, Aid & Attendance, Housebound benefits and/or Specially Adapted Housing grants. This guide is designed to help veterans and/or their surviving spouses determine their eligibility, explain how to apply for benefits and cover the various veteran care options.  https://www.seniorliving.org/research/veteran-care/

Elderly Veterans Assistance

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will provide benefits and services that address a variety of issues from the changing health risks, as well as financial challenges through VA benefits and health services for veterans age 65 or older. These Veterans served in conflicts around the world including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and even in the Persian Gulf War. VA benefits including disability compensation, pension, education and training, health care, home loans, insurance, vocational rehabilitation and employment, and burial.  http://www.benefits.va.gov/persona/veteran-elderly.asp

Veterans Homes

    The Minnesota Veterans Homes, not only consider it their duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, they believe it is an honor. It is their mission to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families with quality health care in a community of trust, delivering a safe, dignified and compassionate health care system, and to provide a nurturing and engaging home environment for Minnesota's heroes.  https://mn.gov/mdva/homes/

Geriatrics and Extended Care Services (GEC)

    Committed to optimizing the health and well-being of Veterans with multiple chronic conditions, life-limiting illness, frailty or disability associated with chronic disease, aging or injury.  https://www.va.gov/geriatrics/

Relocating Tips for a Person Living with a Disability

   Moving is pretty nerve wracking and more so if you live with a disability. Here are tips to help the process go smoother. https://abilityvillage.org/relocating-tips-for-a-person-living-with-a-disability

Nursing Home Abuse Justice

    Founded to shine a light on the widespread abuse and neglect that occurs in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Their mission is to educate seniors and their loved ones on the appropriate actions they can take to help protect yourself or the people you love.  https://www.nursinghomeabuse.org/nursing-home-neglect/

Choice Mutual Senior Resources

    This site covers many topics related to seniors’ quality of life, like mental and physical fitness, the best places to retire, and even love and dating.

https://choicemutual.com/category/senior-resources/