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| Nov 4, 2026 | Advance your dental career with VA | Every year, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides clinical experiences to over 1,000 dental residents and students at VA medical centers (VAMCs) across the country. Nearly half of all dentists in postgraduate dental education pro... |
| Nov 2, 2026 | 2026 Veterans Day Teachers Resource Guide | Learning and honoring together The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans Day National Committee are pleased to announce the release of the 2026 Veterans Day Teachers Resource Guide. This annual guide supports educators, youth... |
| Oct 28, 2026 | VRCN connects Veterans to employment resources and opportunities | Employment took center stage at the October VetResources Community Network (VRCN) Monthly Connect, where VA leaders and community partners shared resources to help transitioning service members, Veterans and their families navigate educatio... |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Beyond choice: How listening shapes VA’s approach to homelessness | Making housing and support easier to choose We recently explored a common misconception about the homeless: That homelessness is a choice. While Veterans always have the right to decide whether to accept help, focusing on that question can ... |
| Oct 21, 2026 | Resources for Veterans Day classroom activities | For Veterans Day on Nov. 11, the nation will join together in recognizing the contributions, sacrifices and impact of veterans and present United States service members. Iowa educators can take part in this annual observance by incorporatin... |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Reliable access to food can help Veterans build stability when facing homelessness | VA’s food-first approach to preventing Veteran homelessness In fiscal year 2025, more than 100,000 Veterans experienced food insecurity, a serious challenge that can affect health, stability and overall well-being. While not every Veteran e... |
| Oct 15, 2026 | VRCN partners build pathways from homelessness to stability | Organizations within the VetResources Community Network (VRCN) are working nationwide to end Veteran homelessness. The groups featured here provide housing, community and essential support services to Veterans, regardless of the obstacles t... |
| Oct 15, 2026 | VA announces $2.6B in infrastructure improvements in fourth quarter of FY 2026 | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs approved $2.681 billion in VA infrastructure improvement projects in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. These projects are being funded by VA’s $4.8 billion non-recurring maintenance budg... |
| Oct 15, 2026 | VA in FY 2026 processes the most claims ever | WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs processed a record-high 3.11 million disability compensation claims in fiscal year 2026, a testament to the Trump Administration’s commitment to ensuring Veterans can more quickly and con... |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Interim housing: A bridge to permanent stability for homeless Veterans | More than a temporary place to stay Interim housing is much more than a temporary place to stay. For Veterans experiencing homelessness, it provides a safe place to sleep while connecting them with the healthcare, housing, employment and ot... |
| Oct 7, 2026 | VA launches pilot program to speed Veterans’ access to services, care, benefits | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today launched a new pilot program at six VA facilities to help Veterans establish VA.gov accounts faster than ever before, which means speedier access to VA services, care and benefits. VA ha... |
| Oct 7, 2026 | First Army cohort signals broader role for VA Law Enforcement Training Center | For Officer Theodore McGowan, a last-minute change in training orders became an introduction to joint federal law enforcement. The Army civilian police officer assigned to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall expected to attend training at Fort L... |
| Oct 6, 2026 | VA awards $16M in grants for adaptive sports programs | WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs announced today $16 million in new grants to 91 community-based organizations across the country that provide adaptive sports programs for Veterans and service members with disabilities. Adapt... |
| Oct 5, 2026 | A returned letter became one Veteran’s pathway home | How one call connected a Veteran with housing and support At the Fort Pierce VA Clinic, attention to a routine piece of returned mail connected a Veteran experiencing homelessness with housing, healthcare and sustained mental health support... |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Veterans find strength at National Veterans Wheelchair Games | Through adaptive sports, South Texas Veterans found healing, camaraderie and a reason to keep competing When 61-year-old Veteran Clinton Crumpton received his championship medal, he was wearing what he called “a new body.” Crumpton was one ... |
| Oct 2, 2026 | The 2026 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available online | The Department of Veterans Affairs is pleased to present the “2026 VA Federal Benefits Guide for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers.” Don’t know what VA benefits and care are available? Not sure which you’re eligible for? The a... |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Opening doors: VRCN partners connect Veterans experiencing homelessness to support | The VetResources Community Network (VRCN) gathered partners Sept. 18 for its latest Monthly Connect session, focusing on how communities can better support Veterans experiencing homelessness. The conversation centered on practical ways to c... |
| Sep 23, 2026 | VA’s national Customer Experience Symposium recognizes the best in a Veterans-first culture | VA’s eighth annual Customer Experience (CX) Symposium, held Sept. 15-17, 2026, shared CX best practices and toolswith 1,700 VA public servants across the country. Centered on earning Veterans’ trust and advancing a Veterans-first culture, t... |
| Sep 22, 2026 | Live Whole Health #335: The Power of Connection | Having friends can help you live longer A study of over three million people found that strong social connections lower the risk of early death by as much as 30%. This is a greater effect than many people expected, In fact, the U.S. Surgeon... |
| Sep 22, 2026 | VA processes 3 million disability benefits claims in record time – again | WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs processed more than three million disability benefits claims for Veterans in fiscal year 2026 as of Sept. 18, 2026, faster than ever before. The prior record was set by the second Trump A... |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Face the Fight and Starbucks Coffee Co. team up for third year | Editor’s note: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. This year, Face the Fight and Starbuc... |
| Sep 20, 2026 | VA Ann Arbor dietetic intern makes lasting impact on Veteran health | Nutrition essential to achieving health goals At VA Ann Arbor, dietetics internship graduate Enid Aguirre is making a profound impact on the health of local Veterans through the new Dietetic Internship Program. VA has 23 dietetic internship... |
| Sep 19, 2026 | State and Federal Grant Opportunities | The Texas Veterans Commission has opened its fiscal 2028 grant cycle for the Fund for Veterans' Assistance. Counties are eligible for all four grant categories: General Assistance, which covers financial aid, food and transportation; H... |
| Sep 15, 2026 | VRCN partners help Veterans overcome social isolation | Editor’s note: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Social isolation remains an urgent ch... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | VA awards $1.17 billion in grants to fight Veteran homelessness | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced a record high $1.17 billion in grants to 680 organizations across the country to help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The grants, which will be distr... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Two generations, one mission: VA police father, son serve Veterans | On a hot mid-July afternoon, the auditorium at the Department of Veterans Affairs Law Enforcement Training Center (LETC) in Little Rock, Arkansas, filled with the quiet rustle of dress uniforms as Samuel Yelton and his classmates waited to ... |
| Sep 9, 2026 | President Trump’s executive order means faster access to VA healthcare, benefits than ever before | WASHINGTON – President Donald J. Trump today signed an executive order that will reduce by weeks the average time it takes Veterans to secure Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. The order, “Accelerating Access to Veterans’ Benefits and... |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Playing from the heart: Finding healing and connection through music | A lifelong composer shares how creativity and therapy shape his experience Music is widely adored by those who listen, but for the composer, it reveals a world unto itself, a space where inward wanderings are transposed into outward brillia... |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Puppies with a purpose visit VA’s Central Office | Recently, the halls of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Central Office in Washington, D.C., welcomed some very special visitors: six-week-old puppies from Warrior Canine Connection (WCC). VA employees gathered for smiles, cuddles and... |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Women’s Equality Day honors progress, celebrates service | Every year on August 26, our nation observes Women’s Equality Day, commemorating the certification of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution in 1920. This historic milestone marked a significant step forward in expanding women... |
| Aug 26, 2026 | This is how VA reaches justice-involved Veterans to avoid homelessness | Early legal support and care help justice‑involved Veterans avoid homelessness and find stability Navigating housing instability is challenging on its own, and involvement in the criminal justice system can make it even harder for Veterans ... |
| Aug 24, 2026 | VA’s One Team approach aims to end Veteran homelessness | Why ending Veteran homelessness requires more than individual services Homelessness is one of our nation’s most complex challenges. Factors such as limited affordable housing, stagnant wages, health challenges and gaps in community resource... |
| Aug 22, 2026 | From homelessness to housing: Building financial stability | Meaningful employment helps Veterans overcome homelessness or avoid it all together. For many Veterans experiencing homelessness, the path to housing stability starts with employment and a steady source of income. Both meaningful employment... |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Need a personal record from VA? Here’s the FOIA page that gets you there. | Finding the right VA office for your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) records request just got easier. VA has redesigned the page Veterans use to request records. Whether you’re requesting a DD214, medical record or benefits letter, this p... |
| Aug 12, 2026 | 100+ VSOs meet in Georgia for VetResources Community Network annual convening | More than 100 Veteran-serving organizations gathered in Columbus, Georgia, on July 22, 2026, for an event that delivered real, measurable impact aligned with VA Secretary Collins’ priorities: healthcare enrollment, suicide and homelessness ... |
| Aug 11, 2026 | We CARE Vet Fair connects Georgia Veterans to life-changing support | More than 2,600 Veterans and their families in Columbus, Georgia, received benefits, services and real answers from VA, the Georgia Department of Veterans Service, and local and national Veteran-serving organizations during the July 23–24, ... |
| Aug 8, 2026 | Exploring VA nursing residencies | Access to high-quality, timely healthcare requires a skilled nursing workforce. To address the current national shortage of experienced nurses, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers nursing residency programs at VA Medical Cen... |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Housing and support helped Veteran rebuild his life after addiction | VA social workers connect Veterans to housing, healthcare and community Gregory Searls never could’ve imagined that one of the hardest chapters of his life would come after his service, not during it. That chapter in his life was marked by ... |
| Aug 2, 2026 | Don’t give up before the miracle: One Veteran’s return to family | A Navy Veteran fought to rebuild his life and his family’s trust There was a time when Robert Bell was living day to day, doing what he could to get by. Today, he’s built a life surrounded by the family he fought to reconnect with. Bell ser... |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Never lost hope: A journey through illness, homelessness and healing | A Veteran regains independence through determination and support from VA For Benjamin Parsons, movement has always been an important part of his life. After losing his wife of 19 years, the Navy Veteran walked 5 – 7 miles a day with his bel... |
| Jul 29, 2026 | Ambient Scribe reimagines the VA clinic experience | VA’s Ambient Scribe puts Veterans at the center of every visit Veteran John Brennan left a recent VA clinic appointment feeling something she had not always expected: truly heard and confident. Credit goes in part to Ambient Scribe, an arti... |
| Jul 27, 2026 | VA honors Revolutionary War Veterans interred in national cemeteries in support of America’s 250th anniversary | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs this weekend will honor 49 Veterans of the Revolutionary War who are interred or memorialized in VA national cemeteries or VA-administered soldiers lots in private cemeteries, as part of the y... |
| Jul 22, 2026 | One Veteran’s journey from homelessness to honored caretaker | Finding stability and meaning through work that serves others For James Barger, joining the Air Force at 18 felt like a way to build a future and see the world beyond the small town in East Tennessee where he grew up. Inspired by his grandm... |
| Jul 19, 2026 | Health-housing connection: How VA addresses both for homeless Veterans | Why VA’s approach to preventing and ending Veteran homelessness starts with stable housing. For Veterans experiencing homelessness or housing instability, health challenges often become harder to manage. Homelessness can affect nearly every... |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Dangerous heat: Help protect Veterans experiencing homelessness | Four ways to help Veterans stay safe in summer heat Summer heat can be dangerous for anyone, but for Veterans experiencing homelessness, especially those living unsheltered outdoors, extreme temperatures can quickly become life-threatening.... |
| Jul 9, 2026 | Offering Women Veterans with Employment Opportunities in VA's 'Boots on the Ground' Enrollment Efforts | VetJobs and Military Spouse Jobs Support the VA's Women Veteran Enrollment Initiative with Employment Services FT MYERS, FL, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- VetJobs and Military Spouse Jobs (MSJ) proudly support the U... |
| Jul 8, 2026 | Bridging the distance: Bringing care closer to home for rural Veterans | In Navajo Nation, VA trainees close the distance to care For rural Veterans living on or near the Navajo Nation reservation, seeking care has often meant hours on the road. Such distances pose a serious barrier, particularly for elderly or ... |
| Jul 8, 2026 | VA and Steak ‘n Shake team to advance Veteran business ownership and promote VA benefits | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs and Steak ‘n Shake today announced an agreement to promote VA benefits and services and make it easier for Veterans to become owner-operators of Steak ‘n Shake franchises. As part of the publi... |
| Jul 8, 2026 | Air Force Veteran returns to the Golden Age Games with strength, faith and fight | Terrence “Terry” Munoz hadn’t competed in powerlifting in more than 20 years. Life had brought injuries, retirement, family, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and two battles with cancer. Still, when he learned about the National Vetera... |
| Jul 2, 2026 | 92-year-old Veteran shares secret to long life at the Golden Age Games | At 92, Air Force Veteran Curtis Parker still walks into every competition venue with the same goal he has embraced for decades: enjoy the moment, give it his best and leave with a smile. That approach paid off at the 2026 National Veterans ... |
| Jul 2, 2026 | Turning loss into purpose: Air Force Veteran inspires others to try adaptive sports | When Sedric Anderson returned home from Iraq in 2009, no one could have predicted the battle that awaited him stateside. What began as unexplained skin irritations—initially diagnosed as eczema—eventually proved to be a rare immune deficien... |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Announcing the 2026 Veterans Day Poster! | Each year, VA and the Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) work together to select a poster to help tell the story of service, sacrifice and gratitude on Veterans Day. The poster serves as the visual centerpiece for the Nation’s Veterans ... |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Still in the game: A Veteran’s journey back to the Golden Age Games | At 75, James Chambers isn’t slowing down—he’s stepping right up to the table, paddle in hand, ready for the next rally. This summer, the Navy Veteran returned to national competition at the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games, competing... |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Boccia at the Golden Age Games: A funny name for a fiercely focused game | With a name that sounds like “botch-uh,” boccia can be hard for many to pronounce but easy to love. At the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Tampa, the pace on the courts may look slower than track or basketball, yet the intensity ... |
| Jun 30, 2026 | When families thrive, Veterans thrive: VRCN partners leading the way | This month’s VetResources Community Network (VRCN) Monthly Connect centered on a critical but often overlooked idea: if we want Veterans to thrive, we must also support their families. The conversation put children and youth at the forefron... |
| Jun 30, 2026 | VA reduces bureaucracy by centralizing payroll for all VA employees | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the establishment of a single payroll processing center for all 430,000+ VA employees and all VA medical centers, a common-sense move that reduces bureaucracy, saves taxpayer f... |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Golden Age Games celebrate 40 years of competition, camaraderie and healthy aging | Veterans from 48 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and American Samoa descended on Tampa, Florida, this week, eager to reconnect with old friends, size up competitors and begin another unforgettable Nati... |
| Jun 25, 2026 | VA Community Care contributed more than $36B to local economies in FY 2025 | WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs today announced it made more than $36 billion in payments to local healthcare providers across the country in fiscal year 2025 as part of the bipartisan VA MISSION Act. President Trump si... |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Veteran homelessness continues downward trend: 56% since 2010 | Taking a closer look at the 2025 Point-in-Time Count results In May 2026, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the long-awaited results of the 2025 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, the annual effort to estimate the numb... |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Discover VA research opportunities for students | Since its inception in 1925, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) research program has remained steadfast in its commitment to advancing medical and scientific knowledge to benefit Veterans and all Americans. VA’s researchers are instrum... |
| Jun 24, 2026 | We CARE Vet Fair in Georgia delivers one-stop support for Veterans and families | The sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always verify information with the organization offering the program. More than 1,200 Vetera... |
| Jun 20, 2026 | From homelessness to Employee of the Year | One Veteran’s powerful journey of perseverance over homelessness For Linton Daniels, military service is a family legacy. A fourth-generation Marine, he served four years honoring the belief that serving your country is a fundamental respon... |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Strengthening Veteran transitions through community connection | The transition from military to civilian life can be one of the most challenging periods service members face. When that journey is marked by isolation, stress or unmet needs, the risk of health, mental health and even suicide can increase—... |
| Jun 17, 2026 | Addressing homelessness among aging Veterans | A coordinated response to support aging homeless Veterans In fiscal year 2024, almost half of all Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare were 65 or older. By fiscal year 2035, the number of Veterans aged 85 and older is expected to increase by ... |
| Jun 11, 2026 | VA processes 2M disability benefits claims in record time – again | WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced today that it processed more than two million disability benefits claims for Veterans in fiscal year 2026 as of June 1, 2026, faster than ever before. The prior record was set b... |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Integrated data drives better care for homeless Veterans | Turning shared, connected information into timely, coordinated support Behind every VA homeless programs social worker, nurse or peer is an integrated data system designed to do one thing: help VA teams effectively deliver the care and supp... |
| Jun 3, 2026 | VA speeds up delivery of prosthetic limbs to Veterans | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs has streamlined the process of purchasing prosthetic limbs to more efficiently serve thousands of Veterans who receive prosthetics through the VA every year. Under prior procurement rules, ord... |
| Jun 3, 2026 | The 2026 hurricane season begins | Picture a Veteran you know. They’ve ridden out storms before, but maybe they’re a retiree living alone in a Gulf Coast apartment, or a disabled Veteran in the Carolinas depending on powered medical equipment. Trained for hard situations and... |
| May 27, 2026 | VA2K: It’s a nationwide movement | An opportunity for exercise, fun and service The VA2K is more than just a walk—it’s a movement that brings people together for a powerful cause. Every May, VA healthcare facilities nationwide host this 1.24‑mile walk to inspire physical act... |
| May 23, 2026 | Honoring service, supporting families: VRCN partners unite for Memorial Day | As Memorial Day approaches, organizations across the country are coming together with a shared goal: honoring Veterans and supporting the families they leave behind. That was the focus of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) May VetResou... |
| May 23, 2026 | Innovative dental treatments advancing Veteran care | Residents and providers learn to use the latest technology Army Vietnam Veteran Anthony DiPrima lost all his teeth at 19 and avoided many foods and smiling for decades. After qualifying for VA dental care, DiPrima said a new dental implant ... |
| May 14, 2026 | Understanding connection: Veteran homelessness and mental health | Why housing stability is essential to mental health treatment and recovery for Veterans experiencing homelessness. Among Veterans receiving VA care, those experiencing homelessness or enrolled in HUD-VASH (Housing and Urban Development-VA S... |
| May 12, 2026 | VA announces nearly $600M in infrastructure improvements in second quarter of FY 2026 | WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs approved $596 million in VA infrastructure improvements in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, part of a record $4.8 billion in non-recurring maintenance funds VA will deploy this year. VA... |
| May 9, 2026 | Surge event expands housing access for homeless Veterans | Community collaboration connects Veterans to housing and care Homeless Veterans found support, stability and renewed hope during a recent surge event in Lake Park, where staff from the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System (WPBVAHCS) and com... |
| May 7, 2026 | Help end Veteran homelessness: Take the 2026 CHALENG survey | Your feedback makes a difference and helps improve services for homeless Veterans Ending Veteran homelessness is a massive undertaking, one that involves understanding people, their stories and the unique challenges they face. While dedicat... |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Better together: How the VetResources Community Network supports Veterans after service | The sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always verify information with the organization offering the program. The first year after l... |
| Mar 28, 2026 | Dr. Margaret Craighill: A trailblazer in military and Veteran medicine | Pioneering leadership that transformed women’s roles in military medicine When the United States entered World War II in December 1941, women across the nation mobilized to support the war effort. Among them was trailblazer Margaret Craighi... |
| Mar 19, 2026 | What to expect when you call: A look at the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans | Connecting Veterans to a person, a plan and a place to call home In today’s AI era, it can often feel impossible to reach a human being on customer service portals. Not at VA. When a Veteran—or a concerned friend or family member—calls or c... |
| Mar 11, 2026 | VA, DOJ sign agreement to improve care for nation’s most vulnerable Veterans | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Justice have signed a memorandum of understanding that will help some of America’s most vulnerable Veterans get the ongoing care they need. VA cares for hundreds of Veterans ... |
| Mar 7, 2026 | Service across generations | Gayle Smith and Elaine H. Niggemann: Leadership, legacy, service and the evolution of VA nursing From the battlefields of Vietnam to executive leadership within the Veterans health care system, nurses have shaped the course of military and ... |
| Feb 23, 2026 | VA benefits claims backlog under 100K for first time since 2020 | WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced that the backlog of VA disability compensation and pension benefit claims is consistently below 100,000 for the first time since May 2020, during the first Trump Administration... |
| Oct 30, 2025 | Former VA lending executive John Bell III has died | John Bell III, the deputy executive director for the Office of Mission Support at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), has died, according to posts on LinkedIn. Tim Rood, founder and CEO of Impact Capitol, shared the news in a post... |
| Oct 20, 2025 | 2025 Veterans Day Teacher’s Resource Guide Now Available | As the new school year gets underway and Veterans Day 2025 approaches, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) invites educators and communities to reflect with students on the meaning of this national observance. The 2025 Veterans Day Teac... |
| Oct 2, 2025 | What the government shutdown means for federal workers—hundreds of thousands are required to keep working without pay | The U.S. government shut down Wednesday, putting hundreds of thousands of federal workers at risk of losing pay. About 750,000 federal employees are expected to be furloughed each day, according to the Congressional Budget Office. Hundreds ... |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Many of Colorado’s 54,000 federal civilian workers in limbo amid shutdown, but public lands are open | Tens of thousands of Colorado workers were in limbo Wednesday as the latest partial shutdown of the federal government played out in Washington, D.C., resulting in furloughs across the country. About 54,300 federal employees work in Colorad... |
| Sep 30, 2025 | Support, connect with Veterans for Buddy Check Week | In support of The STRONG Veterans Act of 2022, VA established the national Veteran Buddy Checks to encourage peer-to-peer connections among Veterans and their families to help reduce isolation, support peers in crisis, offer connections to ... |
| Sep 15, 2025 | Veterans Guardian Talks Top 7 Mistakes Veterans Make in Their Disability Claims and How to Avoid Them | Created by Carl Williams Published: Sep 15 2025, 20:55 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard |
| Aug 31, 2025 | Jacob Robertson shines at 44th National Veterans Wheelchair Games | For Jacob Robertson, athleticism is more than medals—it’s a mindset. The Army National Guard Veteran enlisted in 2010 right after graduating high school. In 2014, a motorcycle accident would change the course of his life forever, but not hi... |
| Jul 23, 2025 | VA awards more than $2M in grants to memorialize Veterans | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced seven grants to educational and research institutions totaling $2,195,992 to memorialize Veterans interred in VA national cemeteries as part of the National Cemetery Administra... |
| Jun 29, 2025 | National Creative Arts Festival empowers Veterans | The 2025 National Creative Arts Festival took place May 11-18 at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. Co-hosted annually by VA and the American Legion Auxiliary, the event provides a stage for Veterans from d... |
| Jun 21, 2025 | Police careers at VA | June is National Safety Month and we’re taking a moment to recognize the people and practices that help protect our communities. At VA, the VA Police Service plays a critical role in maintaining safety every day at VA Medical Centers (VAMCs... |
| Jun 12, 2025 | VA to award $16 million in grant funding for adaptive sports and equine therapy for disabled Veterans | For more than a decade, the VA Adaptive Sports Grant Program has been transforming Veterans’ lives across the nation. This year, VA continues its commitment by awarding up to $16 million in grant funding to eligible community organizations ... |
| May 25, 2025 | Living is hard, but healing is possible | At first glance, John Ortiz’s poem, “Life is So Easy, But Living So Hard,” seems like a thoughtful rhyme about the struggles of daily life, but in reality, it’s much more. For Ortiz—a Navy Veteran living in Murfreesboro, Tennessee—the words... |
| May 12, 2025 | Creativity races into Indianapolis with arts festival | As the Indy cars speed into the Indy 500 to start practicing, there are also gold medal-winning performing artists, creative writers and visual artists heading to Indianapolis to show off their talents at the National Veterans Creative Arts... |
| May 6, 2025 | VA broadens online memorials for Veterans buried overseas | WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs announced today it has expanded its Veterans Legacy Memorial website to add 210,000 additional pages for American Veterans interred and honored in cemeteries and memorials managed by the Ameri... |
| Apr 24, 2025 | From ice to inspiration: Flyers Warriors skate to new heights for Veterans and their community | Each Sunday morning in a New Jersey suburb of Philadelphia, the Flyers Warriors lace up their skates and take the ice for their weekly practice. More than 100 disabled Veterans, split into five teams based on skill level, spend their mornin... |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Veterans find hope and healing on the slopes as Winter Sports Clinic kicks off in Colorado | Nearly 400 Veterans from across the country have gathered in Snowmass Village for the 39th Annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. This premier adaptive rehabilitation event, co-presented by VA and Disabled American Veterans... |
| Mar 26, 2025 | Veteran Buddy Link helps Veterans seeking friendship, support | The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Together We Served (TWS), a military and Veteran onl... |
| Mar 11, 2025 | The 2025 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open | Attention Artists: The 2025 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open for submissions. Here’s your opportunity to show off your talent and use your artwork to honor Veterans. VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepti... |
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