Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In this episode of Aging Strong with VA, Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence, PhD, discusses Community Residential Care (CRC). A program for Veterans who don’t need hospital or nursing home care but still need support, CRC offers VA-approved housing options across the country. Veterans can choose from assisted living, personal care homes, family care homes, and group living homes. These homes are inspected to ensure safety, quality, and dignity.

He'll walk you through how CRC helps Veterans maintain independence while receiving the care they need.

Watch the episode below.