VA’s caregiver review would’ve booted 90% of young vets from programThe figure is nearly three times higher than what department officials had predicted last fall.By Leo Shane III12 months ago
VA caregiver program needs total overhaul as problems mount, advocates say Veterans Affairs’ caregiver support programs need a significant overhaul to correct deep-seated flaws within current operations, veterans advocates told lawmakers.By Leo Shane III12 months ago
Families fear financial hit as VA caregiver program prepares to drop thousands of vetsAdvocates say new eligibility requirements will exclude veterans in need of full-time care.By Leo Shane III13 months ago
VA Secretary pledges improved support for caregiversHis comments came as major changes for the department's caregiver programs loom.By Leo Shane III17 months ago
VA overhauls application process for caregiver support program after court rulingIndividuals rejected for the program will now have new appeals options, but a still-pending court case could open up the door to retroactive benefits.By Leo Shane III23 months ago
New rules for VA caregiver stipend eligibility released, but still no start dateCurrently, only veterans who served after 2001 are eligible for the monthly caregiver compensation program.By Leo Shane III3 years ago