Alzheimer's Disease Month:

Video Educational Series

The Caregiver Support Program website has a link to the VA Office
of Rural Health site which houses a video educational series on information
and support for caregiving for Veterans with Dementia. This website has
twenty (20) online video modules designed to aid caregivers who are helping
a loved one suffering from dementia. Follow Harold and Margaret as they
face common issues surrounding dementia in-home care, including home
safety, legal matters, dealing with problem behaviors, learning relaxation
techniques and the importance of caregiver self-care and support groups.

Learn more about how to communicate with the doctor, the stages of
dementia and much more by clicking this link
- Office of Rural Health Information and Support for In-Home Dementia Caregivers.

With VA's Caregiver Support Line assistance is just a quick phone call away. Whether you're in need of immediate assistance or have questions about what services you may be eligible for, the caring licensed professionals who answer the support line can:

Tell you about the assistance available from VA.

Help you access services.

Connect you with the Caregiver Support Coordinator at a VA Medical Center near you.

Just listen, if that's what you need right now.

If you're just getting started with VA, calling the Caregiver Support Line is a great first step to take to learn more about the support that's available to you.