Helps you remain independent and self-sufficient in your home and your community. Main navigation Caregiver Recognition Benefit A monthly payment for an informal caregiver, such as a family member or friend, who provides you with daily personal care support. Veterans Independence Program Payments for home and healthcare services to help you remain independent and self-sufficient in your home and your community. Veterans Independence Program for survivors Payments for home services to help qualifying survivors to remain independent and self-sufficient in their home. Veterans Independence Program for primary caregivers Payments for home services to help qualifying caregivers to remain independent and self-sufficient in their home.