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You will use VA’s Webform</p> <p><a tabindex="-1" href="/support/CSP_Direct_Deposit.asp">Learn more »</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <a class="next"><img title="next slide" alt="next slide" src="/va_files/2014/responsive/images/arrow-right.png"></a>  <div class="slider-thumbnails"> <div class="thumbnails-wrap"> <a class="selected" target="_self" href=""> <span>PCAFC FAQs</span> </a> <a class="" target="_self" href=""> <span>CSL Hours</span> </a> <a class="" target="_self" href=""> <span>PCAFC-Direct Deposit</span> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-8"> <span style="position:absolute;"><a id="main-content"> </a></span> <div id="homeinnerContent">  <h1 style="background-color: #112e51; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><strong>  Caregiver Announcements</strong></span></h1> <p style="border: 5px; border-style: solid; border-color: #000080; padding: .5em;"><strong><big><img alt="warning button" height="25" src="/images/2023/tack.png" width="25" /> New Legal and Financial Planning Services<br /></big></strong>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. <strong><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.caregiverfinanciallegal.va.gov%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7Cd166bfd90ee44abbc29708dbc11f782d%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C638316113144073602%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3QFU7RHWmtROfeG4gL88c11EPj3%2Bp5adRXvLZ2Wx%2FQg%3D&reserved=0">https://www.caregiverfinanciallegal.va.gov</a>.</strong><br /><br /><strong> <strong><big>*</big></strong></strong>For important updates about the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) go to<strong>: <strong><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp">https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Announcements.asp</a></strong></strong></p> <br /> <div style="background-color: #d6f6fe;"> <div style="padding: 0.25em .5em .5em .5em;"> <h3><strong><big><img alt="megaphone graphic" height="71" src="/images/2022/OIP.jpg" style="float: left; ; margin: 4px 10px 0px 0px;" width="65" />VA will no longer issue PCAFC paper checks!</big></strong></h3> <p>If you are enrolled in PCAFC and receive a stipend by paper check, you must enroll in <strong><a href="/support/CSP_Direct_Deposit.asp" title="/support/CSP_Direct_Deposit.asp">direct deposit</a></strong> as soon as possible, to ensure timely payments.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"></a><a href="/support/CSP_Direct_Deposit.asp" title="/support/CSP_Direct_Deposit.asp" class="linkbutton">Learn more on the PCAFC direct deposit page</a></p> </div> </div> <br /> <div class="panel panel-primary"> <p class="panel-heading"><strong><big>Caregiver Support Program (CSP)</big></strong></p> <div class="panel-body"> <p>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. <strong><a href="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp">Find Your Local Caregiver Support Team</a> </strong>located at every <strong><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Ffind-locations%2F%3FfacilityType%3Dhealth&data=05%7C01%7C%7C2bae86f5e346449144e908da8b66051f%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C637975567545404666%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=czBCqG42Zl%2Bq6U1SbLEyQ%2FXz7cjV3UST%2FW7nfvYEKOs%3D&reserved=0">VA facility</a> <em>.</em></strong></p> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/CPrZN5c-zrY" width="100%" height="175" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <h3><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>CSP carries out its mission through two programs: </strong></span></h3> <p><strong>   - <a href="/Care_Caregivers.asp" title="/Care_Caregivers.asp">Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS)</a></strong><br /><strong>   - <a href="/support/support_benefits.asp" title="/support/support_benefits.asp">Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC)</a></strong> <br /><strong>   - <a rel="noopener" href="/support/PCS_Program_Difference.asp" target="_blank" title="CAREGIVER/support/PCS_Program_Difference.asp">CSP - Two Programs: What’s the Difference?</a><br /></strong></p> </div> </div> <div class="panel panel-primary"> <p class="panel-heading"><strong><big>Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS)</big></strong></p> <div class="panel-body"> <p><strong>   - <a href="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Care_Caregivers.asp" title="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Care_Caregivers.asp">Services</a>:</strong> 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. <br /><strong>   - </strong>Visit the <strong><a href="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp" title="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp">CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Team Locator </a></strong>.<br /><strong>   - Eligibility:</strong> PGCSS is available to caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VA health care who served in any era.<br /><strong>   - How do I apply</strong>: <strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/VA-Caregivers_PGCSS_FAQ_Flyer.pdf#" target="_blank" title="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/VA-Caregivers_PGCSS_FAQ_Flyer.pdf#">PGCSS Frequently Asked Questions</a></strong>.</p> <strong><big><a href="/Care_Caregivers.asp" title="/Care_Caregivers.asp">Learn more about PGCSS<br /></a></big></strong></div> </div> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="panel panel-primary"> <p class="panel-heading"><strong><big>Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) - </big></strong><big>(</big><big><em>See Full Eligibility Requirements Before Applying</em></big><big>)</big></p> <div class="panel-body"> <p><strong>   - <a href="/support/support_benefits.asp" title="/support/support_benefits.asp">Services</a>:</strong> Education and training, health insurance (if caregiver is otherwise uninsured), mental health counseling, monthly financial stipend, respite care and other services.  <strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huZJSinVlao&t=2s" target="_blank" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huZJSinVlao&t=2s">PCAFC Overview Video</a></strong><br /><strong>   - </strong><strong>Eligibility:</strong> For Veteran and family caregiver eligibility requirements, please visit <strong><a rel="noopener" href="/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_Eligibility_Criteria_Factsheet.pdf#" target="_blank" title="/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_Eligibility_Criteria_Factsheet.pdf">eligibility requirements</a></strong>. <br /><strong>     <span style="color: #003366;">NOTE</span>:</strong> <strong>If not meeting all PCAFC eligibility requirements, to include being at least 70% service connected</strong>, please visit our <strong><a href="/Care_Caregivers.asp" title="/Care_Caregivers.asp">Program of General Caregiver Support Services</a> </strong>(PGCSS)<br /><strong>     </strong><span>•</span><strong><span> </span></strong>All caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VHA are eligible for PGCSS, as <span style="color: #000080;">long</span> as the Veteran agrees to receive care from the caregiver.<br /><br /><strong>If meeting all PCAFC eligibility <span style="text-decoration: underline;">requirements</span> please proceed</strong>:<br /><strong>   - </strong><strong>HOW DO I</strong> APPLY:<br /><strong>     </strong>• <strong>Review our: <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qacHnBqDcw4" target="_blank" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qacHnBqDcw4">PCAFC Application Video</a><br /></strong><strong>     </strong>• <strong>Apply online</strong>: <strong><a href="https://www.va.gov/family-member-benefits/apply-for-caregiver-assistance-form-10-10cg/introduction" title="https://www.va.gov/family-member-benefits/apply-for-caregiver-assistance-form-10-10cg/introduction">Online application PCAFC</a></strong>.<br /><strong>     </strong>• <strong>By mail:</strong> Download and print <strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.va.gov/find-forms/?q=10-10CG" target="_blank" title="https://www.va.gov/find-forms/?q=10-10CG">VA Form 1010CG</a>.</strong><br /><strong>    </strong> • <strong>In person:</strong> Bring your completed <strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.va.gov/find-forms/?q=10-10CG" target="_blank" title="https://www.va.gov/find-forms/?q=10-10CG">VA Form 10-10CG</a> </strong>to your local CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators.</p> <strong><big><a href="/support/support_benefits.asp" title="/support/support_benefits.asp">Learn more about PCAFC</a></big></strong></div> </div> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="feature"> <div class="panel panel-primary"> <p class="panel-heading"><strong><big>Veteran Requirements for Caregiver Program</big></strong></p> <div class="panel-body"> <p><span><strong>   - </strong>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  </span><strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/" target="_blank" title="https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/">(VA Form 10-10EZ)</a></strong><span>.<br /><strong>   - </strong></span>Find out how the Veteran can<strong> <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/" target="_blank" title="https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/">apply for VA health care</a></strong><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/" target="_blank" title="https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/">.</a><strong> </strong></p> </div> </div> <div class="panel panel-primary"> <p class="panel-heading"><strong><big>Questions about Caregiver Support Program</big></strong></p> <div class="panel-body"> <p><span><strong>   - Call:</strong> the <strong><a href="/help_landing.asp" title="/help_landing.asp">Caregiver Support Line</a> (CSL)</strong><span><span> </span>at toll-free,<span> </span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>1-855-260-3274</strong></span><span><br /></span></span><span><span><span><strong>   - </strong>Visit the </span></span><strong><a href="/support/New_CSC_Page.asp" title="/support/New_CSC_Page.asp">CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Team Locator </a></strong>to connect.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <style></style> <style></style>  <hr style="border: 1px solid silver;" /> <h3><strong><big>Caregiver Resources</big></strong></h3> <table width="100%" style="height: 239px; float: left;"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 28px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 28px;"><strong><big> <a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Caregiver Announcements</a></big></strong></td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 28px;"><strong><big> <a href="/EVENTS.asp" title="/EVENTS.asp"></a></big> <big><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" /></a><a href="/EVENTS.asp" title="/EVENTS.asp">Caregiver Events</a></big></strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 16px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 16px;"> </td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 16px;"> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 26px;"><strong><big><a href="/Tips_Tools.asp" title="/Tips_Tools.asp"></a></big><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" /><big></big></a><big><a href="/Tips_Tools.asp" title="/Tips_Tools.asp">Tips and Tools</a></big><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"></a></strong></td> <td style="width: 48%; height: 26px;"><strong><big><a href="/Publications_Resources_Topic.asp" title="/Publications_Resources_Topic.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Caregiver Resources</a></big></strong><br /><big></big></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 16px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 16px;"> </td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 16px;"> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 27px;"><strong><big><a href="/Tips_by_Diagnosis/Index.asp" title="/Tips_by_Diagnosis/Index.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Tips by Diagnosis</a></big></strong></td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 27px;"><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" /></a><strong><big><a href="/Care_Veterans.asp" title="/Care_Veterans.asp">VA In-Home Services</a></big></strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 16px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 16px;"> </td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 16px;"> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 16px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 16px;"><strong><big><a rel="noopener" href="https://connectedcare.va.gov/sites/default/files/2022-08/OT_va-telehealth-va-video-connect-feature-fact-sheet.pdf#" target="_blank" title="https://connectedcare.va.gov/sites/default/files/2022-08/OT_va-telehealth-va-video-connect-feature-fact-sheet.pdf"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Caregiver Connect (VA Video Connect)</a></big></strong></td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 16px;"><strong><big><a href="/Support_Veterans_Topics.asp" title="/Support_Veterans_Topics.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Support for Veterans</a></big></strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 16px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 16px;"> </td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 16px;"> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 31px;"><strong><big><a href="/support/Peer_Support_Mentoring_Program.asp" title="/support/Peer_Support_Mentoring_Program.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Peer Support Mentoring Program</a> </big></strong></td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 31px;"><strong><big><a href="/Announcements.asp" title="/Announcements.asp"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" /></a></big> <big><a href="/resources_landing.asp" title="/resources_landing.asp">Support for Caregivers of Service Member Resources</a></big></strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 16px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 16px;"> </td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 16px;"> </td> </tr> <tr style="height: 26px;"> <td style="width: 48%; height: 31px;"><strong><big><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJERBxj2KWI" target="_blank" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJERBxj2KWI"><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" />Hands-only CPR Video</a> </big></strong></td> <td style="width: 52%; height: 31px;"><a href="/support/Legal_Financial_Planning_Videos.asp" title="/support/Legal_Financial_Planning_Videos.asp"><strong><big><img alt="green button" height="25" src="/images/2022/arrowbutton-1.jpg" width="25" /> </big><big>Legal and Financial Planning Videos</big></strong></a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <hr style="border: 1px solid silver;" /> <p><strong>Need Help?</strong><img alt="help button" height="56" src="/images/2021/CLS_Coordinator_badge80_80.jpg" style="float: left;" width="56" /></p> <p>To assist you with enrolling in these programs, contact your local VA facility <strong><a href="/support/New_CSC_Page.asp" title="/support/New_CSC_Page.asp">CSP Team/Caregiver Support Team</a>,</strong> or call the <strong><a href="/help_landing.asp" title="/help_landing.asp">VA Caregiver Support Line(CSL)</a> at 1-855-260-3274.</strong><br /><strong><br /></strong><strong><br /><img alt="Subscribe image" height="65" src="/images/2021/subscribe_badge.jpg" style="float: left;" width="65" /></strong><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><a href="https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Subscribe_to_Email_Updates.asp">Subscribe</a><span> </span>to receive email updates and information about VA Caregiver Support Program services.</strong></span> <strong> </strong></p>   </div> </div> <div class="col-md-4"> <div class="fill"> <div id="rightContent"> <div id="tier4RightContent"> <div id="innerRightContent">  <div class="clear"></div> <div class="widget clearfix"> <div class="widget-title"><h4>Caregiver Links</h4></div> <p><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href=" https://www.caregiver.va.gov/help_landing.asp " target="_blank" title=" Caregivers Support Line (CSL) 855-260-3274"><img align="center" alt="Caregiver support line" height="94" src="/images/Callout_Caregiver.png" width="180" /></a><br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href=" https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp " target="_blank" title="FIND YOUR CAREGIVER SUPPORT COORDINATOR "><img align="center" alt="Caregiver support coordinator" height="94" src="/images/support-coordinator.png" width="180" /><br /></a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="/support/support_benefits.asp" target="_blank" title=" Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC)"><img align="center" alt="" height="94" src="/images/9-11-callout.png" width="180" /></a><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="/support/support_benefits.asp" target="_blank" title=" Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC)"><br /></a><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="/support/support_benefits.asp" target="_blank" title=" Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC)"><br /></a><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.va.gov/family-member-benefits/apply-for-caregiver-assistance-form-10-10cg/introduction" target="_blank" title=" PCACF Apply online!"><img align="center" alt="" height="94" src="/images/PCAFC_Custom_Callout.jpg" width="180" /></a><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="/support/support_benefits.asp" target="_blank" title=" Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC)"><br /></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #000080;"><strong><big><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/families/index.asp" target="_blank" title="Mental Health Resources"><img align="center" alt="Mental Health Resources" height="94" src="/images/2023/MentalHealthBadge-Life-has-challenges-lowerthird.jpg" width="180" /></a><br /><br />CSP Site Navigation</big></strong></span></p> <p><span>- </span><strong><a href="/index.asp">Caregiver Support Home</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/support/PCS_Program_Difference.asp">CSP Two Programs-What’s the Difference?</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/Care_Caregivers.asp">PGCSS</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/support/support_benefits.asp">PCAFC</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/support/PCAFC_Appeals.asp">Review and Appeals</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/support/New_CSC_Page.asp">Find your Caregiver Support Program Team</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/Announcements.asp">Announcements</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/help_landing.asp">VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL)</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/EVENTS.asp">CSP Events</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/index.asp" title="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/index.asp">Mental Health for Veterans</a></strong><br />- <strong><a href="/support/Hands-Only_CPR_Training.asp" title="/support/Hands-Only_CPR_Training.asp">Hands-Only CPR Training</a> </strong><br /><strong>- <a href="/Publications_Resources_Topic.asp" title="/Publications_Resources_Topic.asp">Resources for Caregivers</a></strong><br />- <strong>Support the Veteran</strong><br /><span>- <a href="https://www.va.gov/Geriatrics/" title="https://www.va.gov/Geriatrics/"><strong>Long Term Care & Community Based Care</strong><br /></a></span><span>- <strong><a href="/Subscribe_to_Email_Updates.asp" title="/Subscribe_to_Email_Updates.asp">Subscribe Email Updates</a></strong></span><br /><br /><br /></p> </div>   <div class="clear"></div> <div class="widget clearfix"> <div class="widget-title"><h4>Resources</h4></div> <ul> <li><a href="/pdfs/FactSheets/VA_CaregiverSupportProgram_PCAFC_Appeal_FAQs_032922.pdf#" title="Changes to Review and Appeal Options for PCAFC Decisions FAQs (PDF)">Changes to Review and Appeal Options for PCAFC Decisions FAQs (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP_PCAFC_Decisions_FAQs.pdf#" title="Request for Information About PCAFC Decisions FAQs (PDF)">Request for Information About PCAFC Decisions FAQs (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/docs/PGCSS_Fact_Sheet.pdf#" title="PGCSS Fact Sheet (PDF)">PGCSS Fact Sheet (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/pdfs/FactSheets/CSP-Compare-Chart-508.pdf#" 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