Veterans Day is our opportunity to honor the men and women in uniform who have bravely fought for our freedom and served our country. At Aegis Living, it has been our privilege and pleasure to care for many veterans and their family members over the years in our assisted living and memory care communities. We are grateful to serve and support our veterans with dignity for the many sacrifices they have made in their lifetime. They are truly our heroes. On this special day, we honor our military—both young and old—for their brave service.
It is our honor to care for the veterans in our communities and hopefully, make a difference in the lives of your loved ones. Here are two of the many ways we honor our veterans living at Aegis Living:
Bringing Awareness to Veterans Benefits
Veterans over the age of 65 now number more than 12.6 million. These veterans have seen conflicts around the world, including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and even the Persian Gulf War. The Department of Veteran Affairs is committed to providing benefits and services to these aging veterans, including their changing healthcare needs. But many are not getting the benefits they are eligible for because veterans and their families are unaware of the available programs and how to file for these benefits.
Did you know the VA Aid and Attendance program benefits may be available to you to help pay for assisted living and memory care expenses? Under the VA Aid and Attendance Special Pension, also known as the A&A Pension, qualified veterans or their surviving spouses can receive tax-free monthly sums meant to help defray the costs of assisted living. To be eligible, you must be a veteran who has served at least 90 days in active duty with at least one day during wartime. You must have been honorably discharged, and some income restrictions may apply. For more information and to see if you are eligible, contact a Veterans Service Officer at a regional VA office or call 1.800.827.1000.
The Aegis Living Wall of Honor
Inspired by our many residents who have served in the military, Aegis Living is proud to offer families a special way to honor our veterans. The Aegis Wall of Honor on our Aegis Living Facebook page. It is our way of recognizing those who have served in the military for all to see.
Respite Stays & Day Stays give family caregivers a real break—hours, days, or a few weeks—while your loved one enjoys a safe, enriching short‑term home at Aegis Living. Guests settle into a beautifully furnished private apartment and have 24/7 care staff and onsite nurses, medication management, and discreet safety technology (motion sensors, medical‑alert pendants, visitor check‑in) for peace of mind. Each day feels purposeful with chef‑prepared, all‑day dining and 200+ monthly activities—from book clubs and fitness classes to movie nights—plus full use of the community. We coordinate with your loved one’s physicians to mirror their routines and care, so the stay feels familiar. It’s also a smart trial run for senior living: meet neighbors, test services, and see what supported independence looks like—without a long‑term commitment. Choose a Respite Stay when you’re traveling or need time to recharge, when your loved one would benefit from structure, social connection, and great meals, or when you both want peace of mind while keeping options open.
Hospice & End‑of‑Life Care at Aegis Living is comfort‑first support for the final stage of life, delivered in your loved one’s private apartment by our 24/7 care team in coordination with a trusted local hospice provider you choose (or we can recommend). Together, we create a coordinated care plan that manages pain and other symptoms, oversees medications, and provides calm, dignified help with daily needs, while offering compassionate emotional support for both resident and family. Discreet safety measures and a reliable medical‑alert system bring help quickly; chef‑prepared, in‑apartment meals adapt to changing appetites. Families are guided through decisions and moments of closure so they can focus on being present in a peaceful, home‑like setting. If your loved one already lives at Aegis, they can remain in the comfort of their home, avoiding disruptive moves. Choose this level of care when curative treatment is no longer the goal and you want expert symptom control, hands‑on daily support, and a setting that protects dignity and prioritizes comfort, meaning, and time together.
Memory Care is specialized, secure support for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias who benefit from a calm, structured environment and round‑the‑clock expertise. At Aegis Living, that care happens in Life’s Neighborhood—an intimate, thoughtfully designed setting where 24/7 dementia‑trained caregivers and a nursing team on site seven days a week deliver personalized help with daily living, medication management, and mobility (including Hoyer lifts and two‑person transfers), while gently redirecting agitation and confusion. Days are purpose‑filled with science‑based cognitive programming, certified music therapy, and social activities; chef‑prepared meals are easy to enjoy and dining spaces and cues are designed for memory support. Discreet safety features like secured entrances, emergency pendants with fall detection, and optional motion sensors, prevent wandering and bring peace of mind, and visiting physicians and wellness professionals reduce trips off‑site. Families receive education and ongoing support. If your loved one is unsafe alone, missing medications, wandering, needs frequent cueing or hands‑on help with bathing or dressing, or thrives with a predictable routine, Memory Care offers the right level of care. For milder needs, our transitional Assisted Living can be a first step; for advancing symptoms, secured Memory Care provides the specialized, heartfelt support to help them feel calm, connected, and at home.