How is my reasonable need for household services determined?

• The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) personnel will arrange for a professional assessment of your household services needs. Usually the assessment is undertaken by an occupational therapist.
• The factors which will be considered include:
  • the kind of tasks that were performed by you before you were injured or before your disease or illness manifested and whether you are able to perform those tasks now; 
  • whether you live with other people; and
  • whether other members of your household may reasonably be expected to perform necessary tasks for you.
• Your household services needs are reviewed regularly so that the level of assistance provided is appropriate and continues to meet your ongoing needs. Individuals with short-term service needs will be reviewed more regularly.
• You can use our Phone a Lawyer service to get a preliminary consultation if you think you may need legal assistance.