The Orlando VA Healthcare System is expanding support for aging veterans through its newly launched Community Residential Care Program — a long-term care housing option for veterans who can no longer live independently but do not require nursing home-level care.
Designed to provide a safe, supportive and homelike environment, the CRC program connects eligible veterans with VA-approved assisted living facilities or adult family care homes. Veterans in the program receive supervision, help with daily living activities, and monthly case management from VA staff — all while maintaining as much independence as possible.
The program recently approved its first two participating facilities: Aum Haven assisted living facility (ALF) in Kissimmee and Excellence ALF in South Orlando. Aum Haven ALF offers a cozy, residential 10-bed setting with mental health-trained staff. Excellence ALF provides a vibrant community in a modern 185-bed facility near the airport, featuring robust social activities and both private and semi-private rooms…