Caregiver Support Program (CSP)
Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS)
PGCSS is part of VA’s Caregiver Support Program and is available at every VA medical center. Caregivers participating in PGCSS have access to certain supports and benefits designed to support caregivers in their caregiving role. To participate in PGCSS, the caregiver and Veteran must meet certain eligibility criteria and requirements.
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PGCSS eligibility requirements
Information and reminders for PGCSS participants
PGCSS eligibility requirements:
The Veteran must:
• Be enrolled in VA health care, and
• Need personal care services because the Veteran:
– Is unable to perform an activity of daily living, or
– Needs supervision or protection based on symptoms or residuals of neurological or other impairment or injury.
The caregiver must:
• Provide the personal care services to the Veteran.
How to participate in PGCSS
Contact the local CSP Team and participate in a brief intake process. There is no application, and clinical evaluation is not required.
PGCSS supports and benefits
Caregivers participating in PGCSS have access to a variety of supports and benefits including individual and group support, workshops and trainings, peer support, respite, and more. See the full range of opportunities available: PGCSS and PCAFC Supports and Benefits.
Learn more about PGCSS
• PGCSS Fact Sheet (English)(pdf)
• PGCSS Fact Sheet (Spanish)(pdf)
• PGCSS Fact Sheet (Tagalog)/Filipino)(pdf)
Information and reminders for PGCSS participants
Please visit this section periodically for the latest information, important notices, and upcoming reminders. We will continue to provide timely updates to ensure you have access to the most current details and relevant resources.
We encourage you to contact your CSP Team should you have any inquiries or issues. Your voice matters to us, and we’re committed to listening, supporting, and helping you find the answers you need..
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