In October, DAV launched its latest innovation— DAV Caregivers Support.

The initiative offers no-cost concierge support and resources to the friends, family members and other loved ones who provide care to those who served, and it helps improve the quality of life for veterans and their caregivers while extending the time veterans can live in their homes.

Powered by TCARE, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business founded by a DAV Patriot Boot Camp alumnus, the program allows veterans and their families to access tailored caregiver support and resources—including individual help from a trained specialist—at no cost.

Through DAV Caregivers Support, users can access online resources and a risk screening to better understand their role as caregivers, digital tools to support their responsibilities, and personalized care plans and one-on-one support from a trained specialist with experience supporting veterans and their loved ones.

By being provided with a proven program, caregivers and the veterans they love benefit from improved relationships and reduced stress, depression and other adverse health outcomes.

Participants also develop increased resilience and the ability to navigate complex caregiving responsibilities, including health care systems and financial planning. 

 

Who is eligible for DAV Caregivers Support?

DAV offers the program to all disabled veterans and their caregivers.

Who is considered a caregiver?

A caregiver is someone who provides regular, routine care for a veteran, such as driving to appointments, grocery shopping and meal preparation, feeding, bathing, paying bills and conducting home maintenance. This caregiver may be a spouse, adult child, sibling, close friend, neighbor or other trusted loved one.

Is there a cost to join the program?

No, like all the services DAV offers, DAV Caregivers Support is available at no cost to disabled veterans and their families.

To participate, caregivers can follow three easy steps:

  1. Register:  Visit davcaregiver.org to enroll in the program and complete the DAV Caregivers Support screening.
  1. Access Resources and Support:  Access online content, local resources and digital tools tailored to each caregiving situation, role and responsibility.
  1. Receive Tailored Support:  Depending on the screening results, receive one-on-one support from a trained caregiver specialist to help navigate caregiving responsibilities.

“DAV has been a leader and advocate for veterans and their families for over 100 years,” said DAV National Adjutant Barry Jesinoski. “DAV will continue to expand our services with new and exciting opportunities that holistically support veterans and their families in meaningful ways.”

For more information and FAQs, visit davcaregiver.org.