All Medicaid Programs |
Obsolete Policy |
Contact DWS Program Specialist for previous policy
Clients who do not receive VA benefits must apply for them if they could possibly be eligible. Clients who do receive VA benefits must apply for increased benefits, such as Improved Pension, Death Indemnity Compensation. They must apply for and elect to receive the highest payment they are entitled to.
Most single veterans or surviving spouses will only receive a $90 payment after they enter a nursing home. See 403-2