In September, Suicide Prevention Month, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) emphasizes its commitment to preventing Veteran suicide.
The PCAFC-Direct Deposit guide walks you through VA’s Direct Deposit Enrollment process. You will use VA’s Webform.
New Legal and Financial Planning Services
CSP now offers Primary Family Caregivers enrolled in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) access to expert-led legal and financial planning services. https://www.caregiverfinanciallegal.va.gov.
*For important updates about the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) go to: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Announcements.asp
If you are enrolled in PCAFC and receive a stipend by paper check, you must enroll in direct deposit as soon as possible, to ensure timely payments.
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 .
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.
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. PCAFC Overview Video
- 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:
• Review our: PCAFC Application Video
• 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.
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
- Visit the CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators Locator to connect.
