Family Caregivers of Veterans

• Family Caregivers often assist Veterans whose illness, injury, or condition is in some way related to military service.
• There may be a variety of challenges you are facing and your health and well-being may be affected by your caregiving responsibility.
• Caregivers of Veterans in Virginia can find information and access to key resources to help you and your family feel supported regardless of your needs.
• We're here to help. Please let us know if you have a question or feedback by emailing info@virginianavigator.org

Key Articles

• Caring for Yourself While Helping Support Your Service Member
• Helping a Family Member Who Has PTSD
• Red Cross Military and Veteran Caregiver Network 
• The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers
• Traumatic Brain Injury: A Focus on Family and Caregivers
• Can I Get Paid to Be a Caregiver for a Family Member?
• Financial Education for Military Caregivers

 

Tools & Resources

• Caregiver Resource Directory for Military Families
• Caregiver Toolbox (US Dept. of Veterans Affairs)
• Military and Veteran Caregiver Journey Map
• Focusing on the Forgotten...Me!
• Helpful Apps for Veterans, Military Families and Caregivers
• Military Caregiving Guide: For Veterans, Service Members, and Their Families
• Operation Family Caregiver
• VA Family and Caregiver Resources

 

Stay Connected

• Blue Star Families
• Caregiver Community Connection
• Hidden Heroes
• Military OneSource
• National Military Family Association
• Veterans Caregiver Support Line

 

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Visit the Veterans Benefits area of the AgingCare Caregiver Forum to interact with other caregivers!

Your Local Veteran Programs

Visit this map to find your local Veteran and Family Support office or call 1-877-285-1299.