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Written by Aaron Munz | Edited By Walter Pacheco | Last Update: February 2, 2024
The VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers is commonly known as PCAFC. It says eligible family caregivers must:
Caregiver responsibilities for a veteran with mesothelioma include maintaining health and hygiene. They also do household chores, grocery shopping and meal preparation. They may handle financial matters and provide companionship and socialization.
It is important for mesothelioma caregivers to take advantage of any benefits they qualify for. The challenges of caring for a veteran with mesothelioma may lead to caregiver burnout and mental distress.
Caregivers of veterans with mesothelioma provide personal care services that include care and assistance to support the veteran’s health and well-being and daily personal needs. Caregivers also offer safety, protection or instruction in the veteran’s living environment.
In 2021, the VA made it possible for veterans with mesothelioma to become eligible for special benefits. This was possible because of a law called the VA MISSION Act that passed in 2018.
To qualify, the veteran must have developed mesothelioma as a result of service-related exposure to asbestos. Exposure must have occurred on or before May 7, 1975. This includes veterans exposed while serving in World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War.
The VA also offers benefits to spouses and certain family members of veterans even if they are not serving as a caregiver. For example, spouses and dependents of the veteran may qualify to file a VA claim for monthly compensation.
Other VA benefits that help veterans and their families include VA pension, VA Aid and Attendance benefits, Geriatrics and Extended Care benefits and the Fiduciary Program, which helps with financial affairs.
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An eligible veteran can appoint one primary family caregiver and up to two secondary family caregivers to their caretaker team. When veterans need to add a new family caregiver, the veteran and their new caregiver must submit a new application.
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Get a RecordingTo file for VA caregiver benefits, a veteran must already be enrolled in VA health care.
Filing for benefits presents challenges and frustration for many veterans. Learning how to navigate the system helps the process go smoothly. Resources are available to help veterans learn how to avoid pitfalls in applying. A VA-accredited claims agent can offer guidance and support.
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Munz, Aaron. "VA Caregiver Benefits for Mesothelioma." Asbestos.com, 2 Feb 2024, https://www.asbestos.com/veterans/va-claims/caregiver/.
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