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Caregiver Support
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VA San Diego Healthcare System recognizes that caregivers provide a valuable service for Veterans and are "partners" with the VA in providing excellent healthcare. Caregivers provide the support and care needed to allow Veterans to remain in their own home. Caregivers also play an important role in supporting Veterans who are hospitalized or living outside their home.
What is a Caregiver?
Caregivers are the family members and loved ones who provide care for Veterans who are living with the effects of war, disability, chronic illness, or aging. They deserve VA’s highest level of support. Caregivers are the critical link to ensuring Veterans have quality care and optimal wellness. We want all caregivers to feel supported and have trust in VA to assist them in their care giving roles.
National Caregiver Support Line
Toll-Free (855) 260-3274
Monday - Friday, 5:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
VA San Diego Healthcare System has a Caregiver Support Coordinator who can assist you or answer your questions.
Karin Kupka
Caregiver Support Coordinator
(858) 623-1801
Support Programs for Caregivers
C.A.R.E.S. (Cancer, Awareness, Resources, Education, and Support) Group: Awareness, resources, and education for Veterans with any cancer diagnosis and their caregivers.
Family Mental Health Clinic: Marital and family psychotherapy for Veterans and his/her family member.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers: A six-week free caregiver support workshop for Caregivers of Veterans and/or Veterans who are caring for others.
S.A.F.E. (Support And Family Education) - La Jolla: Mental health support and education for families and friends of Veterans with Mental Illness.
S.A.F.E. (Support And Family Education) - Oceanside: Mental health support and education for families and friends of Veterans with Mental Illness.
Stroke Caregiver Support Group: For family caregivers of Veterans with a history of stroke.
Teleconference Support for Family Caregivers of Veterans with Dementia: A supportive group setting via teleconference modeled after a spiritually based intervention using mantram repetition for family caregivers of Veterans with a diagnosis of all types of Dementia.
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