Veteran Directed Care Program

Administered by US Department of Veterans Affairs · va.gov

Eligible veterans manage a monthly care budget to hire caregivers of their choice, including family members, at $8-21/hour based on VA guidelines.

Eligibility requirements

✓Veteran enrolled in VA health care
✓Assessed as needing nursing home level of care
✓Prefer to remain at home

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

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Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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