Complete all necessary eligibility evaluations, caregiver education and training, and the initial home-care assessment so that VA may complete the designation process no later than 90 days after the date the joint application was received by VA.
McDonough decision means veterans can now appeal VA decisions on the Caregiver Program to the Board of Veterans' Appeals. VA denies around 88% of Caregiver Program applications.
Caregiver. Self-Assessment. Review Role. How long have you been a caregiver for the Veteran? Does the Veteran currently live with you? How often do you provide caregiver support? How much support do you feel for your caregiver role?
Metrics you should know: As of the end of June, the CSP receives roughly 6,100 applications every month, with an average national approval rate of 29%, and 98% of applications dispositioned within 90 days of receipt.
Is It Hard to Get Approved for the VA Caregiver Program? Getting approved for the VA caregiver support program can be challenging because you need to meet several eligibility criteria. These criteria include a wide range of factors regarding you/your caregiver's lives and experience.