In-Home Care for Veterans in Hurlburt Field, FL
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Veterans’ Home Care in Hurlburt Field, FL: the local picture
About 0 Hurlburt Field residents aged 65 or older are veterans (— of that age group; 31% in Okaloosa County), out of 148 veterans of all adult ages in town.
Hurlburt Field compared with Okaloosa County and Florida
| Census figure | Hurlburt Field | Okaloosa County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 17% | 21% |
Older residents in towns around Hurlburt Field
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Veterans (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Esther, FL | 3.7 mi | 875 | 33% |
| Wright, FL | 4.8 mi | 3,854 | 33% |
| Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.8 mi | 4,152 | 26% |
| Ocean City, FL | 6.7 mi | 828 | 29% |
| Lake Lorraine, FL | 9.2 mi | 1,214 | 39% |
| Navarre, FL | 10 mi | 5,405 | 27% |
Hospitals near Hurlburt Field
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital | Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (850) 862-1111 |
| 96th Medical Group (Eglin Afb) | Eglin Afb, FL | 10 mi | not rated | (850) 883-8600 |
| HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital | Niceville, FL | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | (850) 678-4131 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hurlburt Field. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for a veteran can help with
- Company and help around the house
- Personal care: bathing, dressing, toileting
- Rides to VA and other appointments
- Meals and medication reminders
What veterans’ home care costs in Hurlburt Field
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for a veteran
The VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide program sends a trained aide, supervised by a registered nurse, to help eligible veterans with daily activities at home. The Aid and Attendance benefit adds monthly payments to a VA pension for veterans who need help with daily activities. The VA Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for veterans before? Can you drive to the VA medical center or clinic? Are you comfortable with the paperwork VA programs need? More in our veterans’ home care guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Veterans’ Home Care in Hurlburt Field: common questions
How much does veterans’ home care cost in Hurlburt Field?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Does the VA pay for in-home care?
For eligible veterans, VA programs such as Homemaker and Home Health Aide care can provide help at home, and Aid and Attendance can add to a VA pension. Ask the VA about eligibility; the Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274 (caregiver.va.gov).
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Veterans’ Home Care in nearby cities
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- Veterans’ Home Care in Navarre, FL
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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