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DEAR FELLOW CAREGIVERS
Caregivers of Veterans share their stories. Read them here.
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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
March is Women’s History Month! CSP proudly celebrates the strength of women who
tell our stories.
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PHASE II OF PCAFC EXPANSION
Effective October 1, 2022, PCAFC is open to caregivers of eligible Veterans of
all service eras.
Learn more »
DEAR FELLOW CAREGIVERS
Caregivers of Veterans share their stories. Read them here.
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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
March is Women’s History Month! CSP proudly celebrates the strength of women who
tell our stories.
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Women’s History Month PCAFC Expansion Caregiver Blogs
CAREGIVER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Extension PCAFC Legacy Participants/Legacy Applicants
VA announced that it is extending the amount of time that Legacy Participants,
Legacy Applicants and their Family Caregivers within the Program of
Comprehensive Assistance for Family (PCAFC) will remain eligible for the
Program. This will include all services, supports and benefits for another three
full years. More information can be found here (press release, Interim Final
Rule) *For important updates about the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) go
to: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Announcements.asp
PCAFC PHASE II EXPANSION!
VA has expanded PCAFC to eligible Veterans of all service eras, as of October 1,
2022.
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Caregiver Support Program (CSP)
The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) offers
clinical services to caregivers of eligible and covered Veterans enrolled in the
VA health care system. The program’s mission is to promote the health and
well-being of family caregivers who care for our Nation’s Veterans, through
education, resources, support, and services. There is a CSP team CSP Team
Locator located at every VA facilities .
CSP CARRIES OUT ITS MISSION THROUGH TWO PROGRAMS:
- Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS)
- Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC)
- CSP - Two Programs: What’s the Difference?
- How CSP is Enhancing Services (PDF)
Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS)
- Services: Skills training, mobile support, one-on-one coaching, group
support and coaching, self-care, peer support mentoring, telephone support,
online programs, and referrals to available VA and community resources.
- Visit the CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators Locator .
- Eligibility: PGCSS is available to caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VA
health care who served in any era.
- How do I apply: PGCSS Frequently Asked Questions.
Learn more about PGCSS
Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) - (See Full
Eligibility Requirements Before Applying)
- Services: Education and training, health insurance (if caregiver is
otherwise uninsured), mental health counseling, monthly financial stipend,
respite care and other services.
- Eligibility: For Veteran and family caregiver eligibility requirements,
please visit eligibility requirements.
NOTE: If not meeting all PCAFC eligibility requirements, to include being
at least 70% service connected, please visit our Program of General Caregiver
Support Services (PGCSS)
• All caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VHA are eligible for PGCSS, as
long as the Veteran agrees to receive care from the caregiver.
If meeting all PCAFC eligibility requirements please proceed:
- HOW DO I APPLY:
• Apply online: Online application PCAFC.
• By mail: Download and print VA Form 1010CG.
• In person: Bring your completed VA Form 10-10CG to your local CSP
Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators.
Learn more about PCAFC
Veteran Requirements for Caregiver Program
- Enrolling in VA Health Care: A Veteran must be enrolled in VA health care,
or is a Service member on active duty undergoing a medical discharge. Veterans
can apply for VA health care benefits by completing and following submission
instructions here (VA Form 10-10EZ).
- Find out how the Veteran can apply for VA health care.
Questions about Caregiver Support Program
- Call: the Caregiver Support Line (CSL) at toll-free, 1-855-260-3274, Monday
through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET, and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ET
- Visit the CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators Locator to connect.
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