There are resources available for caregivers of Montana veterans [Video]

HELENA — Many aging veterans require a certain amount of care. That care can often fall upon the family and friends of veterans. A caregiver team at the VA is working to get the word out about their resources aimed at helping veteran caretakers.

“A lot of research has shown that the more help a caregiver gets, the longer we can have veterans, who have high medical needs, remain in their home, remain independent, remain mobile. And just having a resource outlet and ongoing support for our caregivers will help ensure that,” says Program of General Caregiver Support Coordinator, Joel Simpson.

On Thursday, the Montana VA hosted the annual Caregiver Summit. This summit worked to provide information and helpful resources to those who help care for caregivers of veterans such as VA staff and community providers.

Nearly 90,000 veterans live in Montana. As those veterans age, they may need help …