VA Western Colorado Health Care System Caregiver Support Program launches its annual celebration of National Family Caregivers Month with the 2024 theme, “Year of the Caregiver — Refresh and Renew.”

Many people may be caregivers for a Veteran—spouses, parents, children, siblings or friends. Caregivers provide daily care, manage medical needs, provide emotional support and more to ensure Veterans live with dignity and independence. 

VA Western Colorado recognizes that a Veteran’s care doesn’t stop after a VA appointment and offers unique support specifically for caregivers through the CSP. The CSP’s mission is to promote the health and well-being of caregivers caring for Veterans through skills training, peer support and counseling, mentoring, VA’s Caregiver Support Line, education and resources.

Caregivers in the CSP also have access to a local VA Caregiver Support Team who is there to support their well-being and health as a caregiver. As a part of VA’s caregiver community, the Caregiver Support Team helps caregivers navigate VA health care and benefits and maximize available resources.  

“At VA Western Colorado Health Care System, we believe resources that care for the whole caregiver, including their individual goals, are as critical as their support to injured and ill Veterans.” said Sarah Minning, Caregiver Support coordinator. “Our Caregiver Support Program team is committed to helping caregivers live full lives by focusing on their whole well-being.”

Visit VA Western Colorado Health Care System Caregiver Support Program or call 970-263-5096 to learn more and connect with a caregiver support coordinator. A caregiver support group is held from 9-10 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Western Region One Source, 482 28 Road, in Grand Junction.