VA Support for Family Caregivers

November is National Family Caregivers Month. In the words of former first lady and caregiver advocate, Rosalynn Carter, “There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers."

What Can I Do?

One place to start is with a Caregiver Self-Assessment. Complete the assessment to see what services or supports you may need. VA provides support and resources to family caregivers, including:

• Caregiver Support Coordinators available at all VA medical centers
• Peer Support Mentoring Program
• A website for caregivers and the Caregiver Support Program

Learn about Services and Supports for Veterans

Many services offered by VA may benefit Veterans and family caregivers. All services are based on Veterans’ eligibility, clinical need for the service and service availability.

• Geriatric Evaluation and Management
• Adult Day Health Care or watch the video
• Homemaker and Home Health Aide Care or watch the video
• Respite Care or watch the video
• Palliative Care or watch the video
• Information about Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care

Other VA and non-VA Resources

• See the Other VA and non-VA Resources section of VA’s website for older Veterans and those with extended care needs – va.gov/Geriatrics
• Talk with a VA social worker