Are you the spouse, surviving spouse, dependent child or family caregiver of a Veteran or service member?
Yes I am.
As a spouse, surviving spouse, dependent child or family caregiver of a Veteran or service member you may qualify for health care benefits. In certain cases you may also qualify for health care benefits due to a disability related to your Veteran's service.
Would I also qualify under the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for a Family Caregiver?
Yes, if you are a family member caring for a Veteran with disabilities who was injured in the line of duty on or after September 11, 2001 you may qualify for health care benefits and other caregiver support through the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.
I fall into that category, how do I apply for these benefits?
Contact the VA and they will give you further information about applying for these benefits.
Are pharmacy expenses covered by any VA program?
Yes, if you qualify, you can get prescription benefits through your local pharmacy or through our Meds by Mail program.
Can you tell me what the TRICARE program is?
TRICARE provides comprehensive health coverage. You may qualify for the TRICARE program if you are the family member of an active duty, retired, or deceased service member, National Guard Soldier, Reservist, or Medal of Honor recipient.
I am the family member of a retired service member.