Bonnie Laiderman stands as a beacon of hope and support for veterans and their families. As the visionary Founder and Chairwoman Emeritus of Veterans Home Care®, she has dedicated her career to ensuring veterans can access the care they rightfully deserve. Through her pioneering VetAssist® Program, Bonnie has touched the lives of over 20,000 veterans and their spouses, guiding them to receive essential in-home care.
Driven by personal experience and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the veteran community, Bonnie established Veterans Home Care in 2003. Witnessing firsthand the difficulties in navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits system while caring for her mother, she recognized a critical gap. Many veterans were unaware of the benefits available to them, leaving them without the support they needed. Bonnie’s empathy and determination sparked the creation of a company committed to bridging this gap.
Under Bonnie’s leadership, Veterans Home Care has flourished from a solo endeavor into a nationally recognized organization. Proudly recognized as one of the largest women-owned companies in the St. Louis Metro Region, the company now boasts multiple locations and serves veterans across 48 states, supported by a vast network of over 4,000 home care providers. This remarkable growth is a testament to Bonnie’s dedication and the effectiveness of the Veterans In Home Care Program she championed.
Bonnie Laiderman, Founder of Veterans Home Care, dedicated to veterans in home care programs
Veterans Home Care’s commitment to excellence and ethical practices has been widely recognized. The company has been honored with the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for Ethics, a testament to its integrity and responsible business conduct. Furthermore, its consistent growth and impact have earned it a place on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Companies for an impressive seven times. Bonnie’s personal accolades are equally noteworthy, reflecting her outstanding contributions and leadership in the industry and community.
Beyond her business achievements, Bonnie is deeply committed to philanthropy and social responsibility. She actively supports numerous charitable organizations with both local and national reach. Organizations such as Wings of Hope and Lydia’s House have benefited from her generosity, enabling them to continue providing vital services to vulnerable populations. Bonnie’s involvement with the American Red Cross as a Tiffany Circle member, chairperson for the Service Armed Forces Committee, and mentor in the Society of Women Leaders further exemplifies her dedication to service and community support. Bonnie Laiderman’s legacy is one of unwavering commitment to veterans and a profound impact on the veterans in home care landscape.
