In-Home Care for Veterans
A-1 Home Care Services provides compassionate in-home care services for eligible Veterans and their families throughout the Denver and Aurora metro area.
Many Veterans qualify for assistance through VA Home and Community-Based Services, allowing them to receive care at home instead of moving to a nursing facility.
Our caregivers support Veterans with daily activities while helping them remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their homes.
We coordinate services with VA care teams and follow the care plan authorized by the Veteran’s program.
VA (Veterans) Home Care
We support eligible veterans who qualify for home care services through VA programs. Our team works with veterans and their coordinators to help arrange services that allow them to remain comfortable and independent at home.
Services may include:
- Personal Care Assistance
- Mobility Support
- Companionship
- Assistance with Daily Activities
- Light Household Support
Services Provided
Depending on the authorized VA care plan, services may include:
- Personal Care and Hygiene Assistance
- Bathing and Grooming
- Mobility and Transfer Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Reminders
- Assistance with Daily Routines
- Safety Monitoring and Companionship
How Veterans Can Apply for VA Home Care
Veterans may qualify for VA-funded home care services that help them remain safely at home while receiving assistance with daily activities.
Below is a simplified overview of the process.
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Step 1 — Enroll in VA Health Care
Before receiving VA home care services, a Veteran must first be enrolled in the VA Health Care System.
Veterans can apply:
- Online Through the VA Website
- By Phone
- In Person at a VA Medical Center
Colorado VA Enrollment Contact
Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center
1700 N Wheeling St
Aurora, CO 80045
Phone: (303) 399-8020
Toll Free: (888) 336-8262
Documents That May Be Required
- DD-214 Discharge Papers
- Identification
- VA Disability Information (If Applicable)
- Insurance Information (Medicare, Medicaid, or Private Insurance)
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Step 2 — Schedule a VA Medical Appointment
After enrolling, the Veteran will be assigned a VA primary care provider.
During the appointment, the Veteran should discuss their need for assistance with daily activities at home.
The VA provider may request an evaluation for Home and Community-Based Services.
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Step 3 — VA Social Worker Evaluation
A VA social worker or care coordinator will assess the Veteran’s needs.
This evaluation may review:
- Mobility and Transfer Ability
- Bathing and Dressing Needs
- Meal Preparation Assistance
- Safety Concerns in the Home
- Overall Health Condition
Based on this assessment, the VA determines whether home care services are appropriate.
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Step 4 — VA Authorization for Home Care
If the Veteran qualifies, the VA may approve services, such as:
- Homemaker/Home Health Aide Services
- Personal Care Assistance
- Support with Daily Activities
- Safety Monitoring at Home
Services are authorized through a VA-approved home care provider.
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Step 5 — Community Care Coordination
In many cases, services are scheduled through the VA Community Care Network.
In Colorado, the VA works with:
TriWest Healthcare Alliance
Community Care Network
Veteran Support Line
(877) 881-7618
TriWest coordinates services between the VA and approved home care agencies.
Caregiver Support for Family Members
The VA also offers programs to support family caregivers who assist Veterans at home.
VA Caregiver Support Line
1 (855) 260-3274
Caregiver support services may include:
- Caregiver Education
- Resource Coordination
- Support Programs for Family Caregivers
Need Help Getting Started?
Navigating VA programs can sometimes feel complicated. Our team is happy to help guide Veterans and their families through the process.
A-1 Home Care Services
3090 S. Jamaica Ct, Suite 201
Aurora, CO 80014
Service Area: Aurora, Denver, and Surrounding Communities
Contact us to learn more about VA home care services and caregiver support options.
