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Caregiver support - Durham VA Medical Center

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Description
If you are caring for a Veteran with serious illness or disabilities, we can help you support them—and take care of yourself. You may qualify for services like training, counseling or respite care when you need a break.
Type of care
Social programs and services
Health Service API ID
caregiverSupport
This is a required Vet Center service
No
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VAMC system description of service

If you’re a caregiver for a Veteran, you can get support by contacting one of our caregiver support coordinators. If the Veteran you care for was injured post-9/11, you may be eligible for even more services, including a stipend to help with expenses, training, and medical coverage if you aren’t already covered. For all caregivers, we can:

  • Help you get caregiver assistance available through VA
  • Provide progressive needs planning to help you manage degenerative conditions
  • Match you with services and benefits
  • Connect you with local resources and programs
  • Listen to you when you struggle
  • Provide you with additional help at home

Learn more and connect with a support coordinator

Appointments
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If you have questions about the Durham VA Caregiver Support Program, please contact the Caregiver Support Office at 919-286-0411 Extension: 176068.
Is a referral required?
Yes
Are walkins accepted?
Yes
Is online scheduling available for this service?
Yes
Service location
Address
Address
Street address
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On
Address

United States

Hours
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Hours
Monday: 24/7
Tuesday: 24/7
Wednesday: 24/7
Thursday: 24/7
Friday: 24/7
Saturday: 24/7
Sunday: 24/7
Contact info
Use the general facility phone number
Yes, display the general facility phone number