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Learn more » PCAFC-Legal/Financial Planning PCAFC includes legal/financial planning services to support the Veterans and their primary family caregivers. Learn more » PCAFC - Direct Deposit The PCAFC-Direct Deposit guide walks you through VA’s Direct Deposit Enrollment process. You will use VA’s Webform Learn more » PCAFC-Update Legal/Financial Planning PCAFC-Direct Deposit Caregiver Announcements VA has published a final rule which extends the transition period of legacy participants, legacy applicants, and their Family Caregivers (the legacy cohort), through September 30, 2028. This means legacy participants, legacy applicants, and their Family Caregivers will remain eligible for PCAFC and will not experience a decrease in the monthly stipend amount based on a reassessment for the duration of the transition period (certain exceptions apply). A link to the final rule is here: If you have questions about this final rule, or to learn more about supports and services available to Veterans and their caregivers, contact your local Caregiver Support Program team or reach out to the Caregiver Support Line Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm ET at 1-855-260-3274. For important updates about the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) go to If you are enrolled in PCAFC and receive a stipend by paper check, you must enroll in direct deposit as soon as possible, to ensure timely payments. Learn more on the PCAFC direct deposit page Caregiver Support Program (CSP) 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. Find Your Local Caregiver Support Team located at every VA facility CSP carries out its mission through two programs: Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) Services 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. Visit the CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Team Locator - Eligibility: PGCSS is available to caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VA health care who served in any era. - How do I apply PGCSS Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about PGCSS Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) - See Full Eligibility Requirements Before Applying Services Education and training, health insurance (if caregiver is otherwise uninsured), mental health counseling, monthly financial stipend, respite care and other services. PCAFC Overview Video Eligibility: For Veteran and family caregiver eligibility requirements, please visit eligibility requirements NOTE If not meeting all PCAFC eligibility requirements, to include being at least 70% service connected , please visit our Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) All caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VHA are eligible for PGCSS, as long as they meet the requirements (see Fact Sheet and the Veteran agrees to receive care from the caregiver. If meeting all PCAFC eligibility requirements please proceed HOW DO I APPLY: Review our: PCAFC Application Video Apply online Online application PCAFC By mail: Visit VA Forms at to download and print VA Form 10-10CG (PDFs) in Spanish , or Tagalog In person: First, visit VA Forms at to download and print VA Form 10-10CG (PDFs) in Spanish , or Tagalog . Once filled out, bring to your local CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators. Learn more about PCAFC Veteran Requirements for Caregiver Program 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 (VA Form 10-10EZ) Find out how the Veteran can apply for VA health care Questions about Caregiver Support Program - Call: the Caregiver Support Line (CSL) at toll-free, 1-855-260-3274 Visit the CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Team Locator to connect. Caregiver Resources Caregiver Events Tips and Tools VA In-Home Services Support for Caregivers of Service Member Resources Hands-only CPR Video Legal and Financial Planning Videos Need Help? 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