Hello there. I'm here to learn more about the assistance program for family caregivers.
Are you family member caring for a Veteran with disabilities?
Yes, I'm taking care of my dad.
We want to support you, because we recognize that family caregivers enhance the health and well-being of Veterans they care for in their home.
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That's sweet. Can I get benefits through your program?
Yes, provided you'll qualify for this program based on your Veteran's qualifications. You may be eligible if the Veteran you're caring for meets both of the requirements.
Are you meeting both of the requirements?
Yes, I've read the requirements and he meets them.
Does the Veteran have a serious injury including traumatic brain injury, psychological trauma, or other mental disorder that was caused or made worse by their active-duty service on or after September 11, 2001 then?
Yes, he does.
And isn't the Veteran able to perform one or more activities of daily living and/or needs supervision or protection based on symptoms of lasting neurological damage or injury?
No, that is not the case. But as his daughter I take care of him anyway.
I'm afraid that the Veteran you're caring for doesn't qualify for benefits then. I'm sorry.
