Welcome to the Office of Geriatrics
and Extended Care

Geriatrics and Extended Care provides services for Veterans who may be chronically ill, disabled, elderly, or unable to live alone. Geriatrics is health care for elderly Veterans with complex needs. Extended care – also known as long term care – is programs for Veterans of all ages who need daily support and assistance.

Veterans can receive geriatric and long term care programs at home, at VA medical centers, or in the community. Veterans, their informal caregiver (family or friend), their social worker, and their care team can work together to make the best long term care choices by using Shared Decision Making.