For many veterans, military service is a source of pride. But for those who left the service with a Bad Conduct Discharge (BCD), that pride is often overshadowed by years—or even decades—of shame, regret, and the belief that the door to veterans' benefits has been permanently closed. Too many veterans carry the weight of a discharge they received as a young service member, believing they have no options and nowhere to turn. As a result, they may go without the healthcare, support, and...

Many home care agencies serve veterans through private pay, Medicaid waiver programs, or other community-based services. However, a significant number of those same veterans may also be eligible for benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Care Network (CCN)—benefits that are often underutilized when agencies are not VA-credentialed. Veteran Care Companions exists to help bridge that gap. By partnering with other home care providers, we help ensure that veterans...

Many veterans assume that if they did not enroll in VA healthcare benefits earlier in life, the opportunity has passed. In reality, that is often not the case. As veterans age, retire, or develop chronic health conditions, many find that they now qualify for VA healthcare—and with it, access to in-home support services through the VA Community Care Network (CCN). For veterans who are no longer working and beginning to need assistance with daily living, this benefit can make a meaningful...