Care-related benefits
VA Aid and Attendance, VA pension and Medicare Savings Programs have different rules and different agencies. These guides explain the published criteria and current rates. They do not tell you what you qualify for.
VA Aid and Attendance
$29,093
maximum annual rate for a Veteran with no dependents, effective December 1, 2025. The payment is the gap between this rate and your income for VA purposes
VA pension net worth limit
$163,699
the limit VA lists for the current period. It excludes your house, car and most home furnishings
Medicare Part B premium
$202.90
a month in 2026, or more depending on income. Medicare Savings Programs can help pay it
Sources
- VA.gov: Veterans Pension rates accessed October 27, 2026
- Medicare.gov: Medicare costs accessed October 27, 2026
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