Home care for those who served
In-home care for eligible veterans, surviving spouses and spouses of veterans, arranged with your VA care team.
What's included
What's included
What is covered depends on what the VA or your benefit authorizes.
- Help with bathing, dressing and grooming
- Moving safely around the home
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Companionship and respite for family
- Updates to your VA care team
Who it helps
Who it helps
Veterans
Care at home for veterans enrolled in VA health care, when the VA approves it.
Surviving spouses
Home care that may be paid for with VA pension benefits such as Aid and Attendance.
Spouses of veterans
Support for spouses who care for a veteran at home or need care themselves.
How to start
How to start
Request care or call
Tell us who needs care and when you would like to start. You can send a request online or call (312) 224-1001.
Coverage check and care plan
We confirm your VA authorization or other coverage, then visit to build a care plan with you and your family.
First visit
We introduce your caregiver and confirm the schedule. We check in regularly and adjust the plan as needs change.
Good to know
Questions families ask
Who decides if I am eligible?
The VA decides eligibility for VA-paid care. Veterans usually start with their VA care team. Surviving spouses and spouses may be able to use VA pension benefits or other programs.
Do I need a VA referral?
For care the VA pays for, yes. Ask your VA primary care team about home care and tell them you would like Niklife as your provider.
What if the VA does not cover what we need?
We explain other ways to pay, such as long-term care insurance, state programs or private pay, so you can decide what works.
Can family members be involved?
Yes. With your permission, we keep spouses and family informed and build care around your household.
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Let's talk about the care your family needs
Tell us a little about who needs care. A care coordinator will call you to talk it through and answer your questions.