You notice a bruise on your parent's arm during a weekend visit. They can't remember how it got there. A week later, you get a call from a neighbor who saw your parent standing in the driveway at dusk, looking confused about where they were going.
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If your parent or loved one served in the military, there may be a benefit available right now that could help offset the cost of senior living. Many families don't even know it exists. The VA's Aid & Attendance pension benefit is designed to help veterans and their surviving spouses who need assistance with daily activities, yet it remains one of the most underutilized programs in veterans' care.
You've done the research. You've toured the community. You've had the hard conversations. And now, moving day has come and gone. Your parent is settling into their new assisted living community in Alpharetta, and you might be feeling a mix of relief, guilt, and worry all at once.