VeTALKX: Caregiver & Survivor Q&A with VA and Community Partners

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On November 16th the Department of Veterans Affairs and our community partners, to include Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), American Red Cross Military Veteran Caregiver Network, Blue Star Families, and Elizabeth Dole Foundation were here to answer questions about caregiver support, survivor resources, benefits, memorial affairs, and mental wellness.

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SSgt Jeffrey Martin

Posted 1 y ago

Can I select my own caregiver when I need one

Leah Christensen

12 mo

SSgt Marten, thank you so much for your service to our country and for your interest in learning more about the Caregiver Support Program. The Caregiver Support Program provides clinical services to caregivers, those family members or friends caring for Veterans, through 2 programs: the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers and the Program of General Caregiver Support Services. We offer skills training, 1:1 coaching, peer support and groups, among other services. We invite you to reach out to your local CSP team to inquire about the programs that you may be eligible for now or in the future. https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp

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