VA Benefits Planning Attorney in Florida
Veterans and surviving spouses may be entitled to valuable VA pension and Aid & Attendance benefits that help cover long-term care costs - but the rules are often confusing. At De Paz Law, we help families across Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, and the greater Tampa Bay area understand eligibility, plan properly, and take the right next steps to secure benefits without jeopardizing future care options.
Our goal is simple: help you find out if you qualify and guide you through the process clearly and efficiently.
VA Aid & Attendance benefits can help pay for assisted living, in-home care, or nursing home costs for eligible veterans and surviving spouses. Proper planning and documentation are essential - and VA benefits often work best when coordinated with Medicaid and estate planning.
Who May Qualify for VA Benefits?
You may be eligible if you are:

- A wartime veteran
- The surviving spouse of a wartime veteran
- Needing assistance with daily activities (bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Receiving or planning for long-term care
Eligibility depends on
service history, medical need, income, and assets. We help evaluate all factors before moving forward.
What VA Benefits Can Help Pay For
VA pension and Aid & Attendance benefits may help cover:
Assisted living facility costs
In-home caregiving and home health aides
Adult day care services
Certain nursing home expenses
These benefits can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs when planned correctly.
What You'll Need (Documentation Checklist)
VA applications often require:

- Military discharge papers (DD-214)
- Marriage and death certificates (for surviving spouses)
- Medical documentation of care needs
- Financial and asset information
- Care cost statements or facility agreements
We help ensure applications are
complete and accurate, reducing delays.
How VA Benefits Work With Medicaid Planning
VA benefits and Medicaid can sometimes work together - but timing and coordination matter. Poor planning can unintentionally disqualify someone from Medicaid later.
We help align VA benefits with long-term care planning.
Our Process
- ligibility review and planning guidance
- Assistance gathering and organizing documents
- Strategy coordination with estate and Medicaid planning
- Clear expectations on timelines and next steps
We handle the planning - you stay informed.
Serving Veterans & Families Across Tampa Bay
We proudly assist veterans and families throughout
Largo, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay, offering responsive support regardless of where you receive care.