To sign up for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) or other VA caregiver support services,

To sign up for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) or other VA caregiver support services, a veteran and their family caregiver must go through the VA’s enrollment process. Here’s how it works:

???? Steps to Apply for PCAFC

1. Confirm Eligibility

   • The veteran must have a serious injury or illness incurred in the line of duty and require personal care services.

   • The caregiver must be at least 18 years old and either a spouse, child, parent, extended family member, or someone living with the veteran full-time.

2. Complete the Application

   • Use VA Form 10-10CG (Application for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers).

   • This form can be submitted:

     • Online through VA.gov Caregiver Application Portal (Links Below)

     • By mail to the nearest VA Medical Center

     • In person at a VA Caregiver Support Coordinator’s office

3. VA Review Process

   • The VA reviews the application to confirm eligibility.

   • The veteran’s medical team may conduct an assessment to determine the level of care needed.

4. Caregiver Training

   • If approved, the caregiver must complete VA-provided training before receiving benefits.

5. Enrollment & Benefits

   • Once training is complete, the caregiver is officially enrolled.

   • Benefits such as monthly stipends, health insurance (CHAMPVA), respite care, and travel assistance begin.

???? Support Resources

• VA Caregiver Support Line: 1-855-260-3274

• Local Caregiver Support Coordinator: Available at every VA Medical Center to help with applications and questions.

✨ Key Takeaway

Veterans sign up for PCAFC by submitting VA Form 10-10CG with their caregiver, either online, by mail, or in person. The process includes eligibility review, training, and then enrollment into the program with full benefits.

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How do I apply for this program?

•  Apply Online: VA Online Application (Equal to VA Form 10-10CG) 
•  By Mail: Visit VA Forms at https://www.va.gov/find-forms to download and print VA Form 10-10CG (PDFs) in English, Spanish, or Tagalog  
   Mail the form and any supporting documents to:
   - 10-10CG Evidence Intake Center
     PO Box 5154
     Janesville, WI  53547-5154
•  In Person: First visit VA Forms at https://www.va.gov/find-forms to download and print VA Form 10-10CG (PDFs) in English, Spanish, or Tagalog.  Once filled out, bring to your local CSP Teams/Caregiver Support Coordinators.
   To find your local CSP Team, you can:
   - Use the CSP Team Locator Tool, or
   - Contact the Caregiver Support Line at 855-260-3274 

Do not send medical records along with the application. VA will follow up after the application is received. If you need assistance with completing the application or would like to check the status of your 1010CG application please call 1-855-260-3274.