Veterans who have a benefit overpayment debt can now view debt balances and details related to disability compensation, pension, and education benefits debt using the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. What is benefit overpayment debt? A benefit overpayment can occur when a Veteran receives more VA benefits than they were entitled to receive. This can…
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 support that homeless Veterans deserve—when and where it’s needed—at every point in their journey toward securing housing and stability.…
Support services roles keep VA running
Delivering high-quality care to Veterans takes a whole team of professionals committed to making a difference. Across the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA’s) nationwide network, support services professionals play a critical role in ensuring facilities run smoothly, safely and efficiently. While these careers may often operate behind the scenes, their impact is felt in every patient interaction. Read on to learn more about support services roles at VA and…
Access trusted health information with VA’s Women’s Health Transition Training
We’ve all seen it—endless health advice, from fitness tips to wellness trends, flooding our feeds on a daily basis. It can be hard to know what’s reliable and what’s just another passing fad. But when it comes to your health after transitioning out of the military, you deserve information you can count on. That’s where…
Live Whole Health #321: Five ways to boost your wellness
Small daily rituals, big results for your mind and body Wellness doesn’t have to mean big changes or expensive programs. For Veterans and their caregivers, some of the most effective habits are also the simplest. Small, daily acts of self-care can add up to real results. Whether you’re managing a health condition, supporting a loved…
Freund v. Collins fairness hearing scheduled
On April 15, 2026, the VA Office of General Counsel published notice pertaining to the Freund v. Collins lawsuit (Freund). That notice addressed how the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (Veterans Court) has certified the Freund lawsuit as a class action and appointed class counsel to represent the certified class’s interests. It also…
Just do it and be proud: A century of service
100-year-old Korean War Veteran speaks on her century of service, life and patriotism At 100 years old, Korean War Veteran Catherine Alessandri offers a living reminder that history is not only found in books, but in the lives of those who had the courage to serve, persevere and help shape the generations that followed. A…
Supporting Veterans with more than a meal
Eastern Oklahoma VA social worker delivers food and hope to Veterans in need Each month, social worker Jennifer Edwards, a Department of Housing and Urban Development-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) case manager with the Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System (EOVAHCS), starts her morning by loading her car with bags of donated food from The…
Put your expertise to use as a medical instrument technician at VA
Advancements in science and technology offer many ways to get data to help our physicians make diagnoses. However, it takes a medical instrument technician to manage the machines that provide this information in support of the Veterans who seek care at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The role you play Medical instrument technicians can…
Start a suicide prevention talk to help save a Veteran’s life
Speaking up, whether you’re asking for help or offering it, can be lifesaving Talking about suicide can be uncomfortable. But speaking up about how you’re feeling, or the struggles you’re facing, can make a real difference for you or a Veteran in your life. It’s normal to worry about saying the wrong thing. Sometimes people…
Free course from Warrior Rising helps service-disabled Veterans explore business ownership
Editor’s note: 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. Thinking about starting a business but not sure if it is the right move? A free, 4-hour virtual course from Warrior Rising helps…
TeleOccupational Therapy reduces hospital readmissions
TeleOccupational Therapy saves Veterans time and improves care An older Veteran with cardiac issues was hospitalized after dizziness led to a severe fall in his home. As part of the post-hospitalization program at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, he met virtually with VA occupational therapist Amy Oselio once he returned home. To assess…