Marisol's Story
Marisol never thought of herself as a caregiver. She was Jose’s wife. When he needed more help, she gave it. But taking care of Jose who has Alzheimer’s, heart failure and diabetes meant she didn’t have any time for herself.
Are you a Family/Friend Caregiver taking care of someone who needs help taking care of themselves?
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Who can enroll in BBC?
Military caregivers, unpaid family/friend caregivers, and paid direct care workers caring for someone with dementia, Alzheimer's, other cognitive impairments, or any other serious injury or illness.
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Caregivers of Veterans must meet criteria and be willing to participate in the Caregiver support program in either the Program of Comprehensive Assistance (PCAFC) or Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) program. The Veteran who the Caregiver is caring for must be enrolled in VA Healthcare.
Are you a Paid Direct Care Worker taking care of someone who needs help taking care of themselves?
How it works.
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