Special Compensation for Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (SCAADL), authorized by the FY 2010 National Defense Authorization Act, provides monthly compensation for service members who incur permanent, catastrophic illnesses or injuries in the line of duty that require the services of a home health aide to provide non-medical care, support, and assistance. SCAADL provides up to 90 days of payments after separation from active duty based upon the level of care needed and prevailing rates for home health aides in the geographic area of the service member's residence.
- Regular Army: Active Duty
- Regular Army: Retired
- Army National Guard: Active Duty Under Title 10 USC or Title 32 USC (Full-Time National Guard Duty)
- Army National Guard: State Active Duty
- Army National Guard: Drilling
- Army National Guard: Retired
- Army Reserve: Active Duty
- Army Reserve: Drilling
- Army Reserve: Retired
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06/05/2025
Unlock Your Health: How to Report Fraud and Abuse With TRICARE
FALLS CHURCH, VA, June 5, 2025 - Health care fraud and abuse harms everyone. Fraud and abuse can drive up costs and divert resources. TRICARE is committed to protecting the health information of service members, retirees, and their family members. You can help by knowing how to spot fraud or abuse—and by reporting it when you see it.
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Your TRICARE Checklist for Moving
FALLS CHURCH, VA, June 3, 2025 - Are you preparing to move to a new location? Now is the best time to make sure your TRICARE benefits are ready to move with you.