Memphis Veterans Administration Medical Center - Medical Foster Home

Description:

Provides the medical foster home program for dependent, frail or ill veterans who are unable to live independently as an alternative to hospitalization or nursing home placement. Veteran is placed in a home atmosphere with a caregiver who provides food, board, transportation to doctor's appointments, monitors medicines and the veteran's health and cooperates with a home-based primary care team who provide medical care on site.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 7:45 am - 4:30 pm

Intake Process:

Veterans can contact the Medical Foster Home Coordinator at (901) 523-8990 x 5152. Caregivers must call to set up an intake interview. Currently all caregivers must be able to read, write and speak English.

Program Fees:

Caregiver compensation is based on the care needs and income of the veteran, but in Memphis averages from $1200.00-$3000.00/month.

Eligibility:

Veterans must be frail, ill, dependent and unable to live independently and must be enrolled at the Memphis VA Medical Center. Caregiver's homes must be within 30 miles of the Medical center, owned or rented by the caregiver, and must be the actual place of residence of the caregiver. The home must be equipped to deal with the veteran's needs and meet fire and safety regulations. Caregivers must be 21 or older, financially stable, have caregiver experience, must be physically and emotionally able to provide care needed and willing to work with the Home Based Primary Care team from the VA. Caregiver provides room and board, 24-hour supervision, assistance with medications, and whatever personal care is needed. Must be willing to accommodate the veteran's preferences and provide a home-like atmosphere within their residence. Some other caregiver criteria apply; call for details.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

December 28, 2023

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Legal Status:

Federal