Health and disability benefits for family and caregivers | veterans affairs

Health and disability benefits for family and caregivers | veterans affairs


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As the family member or caregiver of a Veteran, you may qualify for VA health care benefits, compensation (payments), or caregiver support programs. Find out how to get and manage these


benefits. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS AND SERVICES TRICARE If you’re the family member or survivor of an active-duty or retired service member, learn about the Defense Department’s TRICARE health


care program. CHAMPVA IN-HOUSE TREATMENT INITIATIVE (CITI) If you’re enrolled in CHAMPVA, find out if you can get health care at a VA facility. RESPITE CARE If you’re the family caregiver of


a Veteran, find out if you qualify for respite care. Respite care pays for short-term care when you need a break from caregiving. PROGRAM OF GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT SERVICES Find out how


to get free resources, education, and support as the caregiver of a Veteran.