In-Home Care for Veterans in Iona, ID
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Veterans’ Home Care in Iona, ID: the local picture
About 13 Iona residents aged 65 or older are veterans (5.1% of that age group; 19% in Bonneville County), out of 45 veterans of all adult ages in town.
38% of all residents 65 and older report a disability (38% in Bonneville County); ask the VA whether a veteran’s needs qualify for its home care programs before you hire privately.
Iona compared with Bonneville County and Idaho
| Census figure | Iona | Bonneville County | Idaho |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ who are veterans | 5.1% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 38% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 8.5% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 24% | 24% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 25% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.5% | 7.1% | 8.9% |
Older residents in towns around Iona
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Veterans (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, ID | 2.0 mi | 227 | 8.8% |
| Ammon, ID | 3.9 mi | 2,517 | 21% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 5.8 mi | 9,199 | 19% |
| Rigby, ID | 10 mi | 647 | 8.2% |
| Shelley, ID | 14 mi | 567 | 17% |
| Rexburg, ID | 22 mi | 1,165 | 13% |
Hospitals near Iona
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center | Idaho Falls, ID | 5.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (208) 529-6111 |
| Mountain View Hospital | Idaho Falls, ID | 5.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (208) 557-2700 |
| Idaho Falls Community Hospital, LLC | Idaho Falls, ID | 5.5 mi | 4 of 5 | (208) 528-1000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Iona. 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 Iona
At the Idaho median aide wage of $16.72 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,449 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Iona: common questions
How much does veterans’ home care cost in Iona?
At the Idaho median aide wage of $16.72 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,449 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Idaho's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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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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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