VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) - Events
Welcome to the VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) Events Page!
Check out the list below and contact your local Veteran Affairs (VA) facility Caregiver Support Coordinator (CSC)/Caregiver Support Program (CSP) team to find events coming to a location near you! CSP teams can be found using the locator tool: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp.
Events for Caregivers and Families
Peer Support Mentoring Program – Spirituality Calls
The VA Peer Support Mentoring (PSM) Program and the National Chaplain Office will be hosting a 12-month series addressing spiritualty and caregiving. These calls are open to caregivers of Veterans enrolled in both the Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) and the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC).
Calls will be held on the first Friday of each month from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CT; 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. MT; 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Pacific) and will be hosted on WebEx using the dial-in information below. There is NO registration required. Meeting Call in number: USA Toll-free Number 1-833-558-0712. Meeting number (access code): 2762 030 9378
Topics
- April 2023 - Spirituality and Finding Meaning and Purpose
- May 2023 - Spirituality and Summer Safety Tips
- June 2023 - Spirituality and Respite
- July 2023 - Spirituality and PTSD
- August 2023 - Spirituality and Grief
Caregiver Support Line Education Calls
The VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) offers free, monthly one-hour telephone education calls for caregivers. These group sessions focus on topics important to caregivers with a different topic presented each month. Caregivers learn about communication skills, building relationships and connections, self-care, and much more. Learn more.
To register for monthly education calls, contact us at 1-855-260-3274.
Go to CSL Monthly Educational Telephone Calls/Podcast page to view the schedule and topics.
CSL -Monthly Educational Calls/PodcastsCSL - Handouts/Self-Care Topics
Caregiver and Family Resource Fairs
The annual Caregiver Family and Resource Fairs are held at every VA Medical Center (VAMC.) These fairs connect caregivers with resources, programs, and services all at one event. Lean more.
The fairs have information and are attended by:
- Representatives from VA programs
- Local area non-profits
- Community agencies
CSP Resource Fairs help caregivers learn about what resources are available to support them.
All caregivers and families are welcome to attend. Contact your local CSP team for more information about resource fairs using the locator tool: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/support/New_CSC_Page.asp.
Need Help?
Call VA’s Caregiver Support Line (CSL) at 1-855-260-3274 to learn more about the support that is available to you, and for assistance connecting with the CSP team, at your local VA facility.
VA CSL Expanded hours:
-Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET
-Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
CSP teams are professionals who provide support and referrals to services. They provide valuable information about resources that can help you to stay informed and supported as you care for your Veteran.
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