P Pavetim PEB Forum Regular Member PEB Forum Veteran Registered Member Dec 11, 2019 #1 When should I apply for caregiver claim for my wife? I am 100% VA and disability retire on May 19. Was wanting to apply for caregiver since she has to do a lot of stuff for me that I can't do anymore. Should I wait till I retire or apply now?
When should I apply for caregiver claim for my wife? I am 100% VA and disability retire on May 19. Was wanting to apply for caregiver since she has to do a lot of stuff for me that I can't do anymore. Should I wait till I retire or apply now?
oddpedestrian Super Moderator Staff Member PEB Forum Veteran Lifetime Supporter Registered Member Dec 12, 2019 #2 Your doctors need to 100% support this of the claim will be DOA, the caregiver social workers will call you in for an interview and an exam.
Your doctors need to 100% support this of the claim will be DOA, the caregiver social workers will call you in for an interview and an exam.
A Antonio33 Well-Known Member PEB Forum Veteran Registered Member Mar 31, 2020 #3 Can you apply and receive comprehensive assistance for family caregiver while going through IDES or do you have to wait until you're a veteran?
Can you apply and receive comprehensive assistance for family caregiver while going through IDES or do you have to wait until you're a veteran?
G Ghnkit Well-Known Member PEB Forum Veteran Registered Member Mar 31, 2020 #4 Yes, here is a link to the DOD site. Warrior Care > Benefits
chaplaincharlie Super Moderator Staff Member PEB Forum Veteran Lifetime Supporter Registered Member Mar 31, 2020 #5 The DoD has its own caregiver program, as referred to above.