Get Paid Caring for a Veteran at Home — What to Know (VA CCN | Optum)
Searching for get paid to be a caregiver for a veteran in Georgia, VA caregiver stipend, or VA CCN respite pay near me? Serenity Care and Compassion helps eligible veterans and families coordinate approved in‑home services through the VA Community Care Network (VA CCN via Optum) across Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Alpharetta, East Cobb, and Johns Creek.
While financial benefits are determined by the VA, we make in‑home care easy to start and maintain—from referral guidance and authorization checks to dependable scheduling and documentation that aligns with the VA‑approved plan of care.
Paths Families Ask About (VA‑Administered)
- VA CCN In‑Home Support & Respite: Authorized visits that give family caregivers reliable breaks while a trained aide supports daily routines.
- VA Caregiver Programs: The VA (not our agency) may offer caregiver education and stipends for approved family caregivers in certain programs. We help you understand steps to ask your VA team about eligibility while we coordinate VA CCN in‑home support.
What Our VA CCN In‑Home Visits Include (Per Authorization)
- Personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, hygiene)
- Mobility & transfer support, fall‑prevention
- Meal prep, hydration, light housekeeping, linens
- Medication reminders, wellness check‑ins, routine building
- Respite blocks: hourly, overnight, live‑in, or 24‑hour care when authorized
How We Coordinate — Fast & Clear
- Referral & Eligibility: Ask your VA provider for Community Care and list our agency as preferred.
- Authorization: We confirm approved services and hours through Optum.
- Care Launch: Caregiver match + schedule lock‑in.
- Continuity: Visit notes and updates aligned with the VA plan.
Service Areas
Primary: Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, East Cobb.
Nearby: Chastain Park, Perimeter Center.
📞 Talk with our VA CCN coordinator: 404‑946‑5150
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FAQ — Getting Paid to Care for a Veteran (VA)
Does VA CCN pay family caregivers directly?
VA CCN authorizes in‑home services and respite; stipends for family caregivers are determined by VA caregiver programs (separate VA processes). We help your household align VA CCN care while you work with the VA on program eligibility.
How do we request VA CCN services?
Ask your VA primary care team for a Community Care referral and name Serenity Care and Compassion as preferred.
Can we receive respite so I can work or rest?
Yes—if authorized, VA CCN can approve respite visits (hourly/overnight/24‑hour).
How quickly can services begin?
Often within 24–48 hours once authorization is in place.
Do you help with documentation?
We provide training on visit notes and updates aligned with the VA plan of care.