VA telehealth satisfaction hits record highs for sixth straight year Every Veteran has unique care needs, and VA strives to meet those needs with the highest quality of care possible. Telehealth is an important part of that mission, as VA is committed to expanding access to care and helping ensure that where a Veteran lives…
A Veteran’s second chance: Lifesaving heart care
Lifesaving, coordinated VA heart care saved an Army Veteran’s life after a critical arterial blockage was discovered For years, Army Veteran Richard Boda brushed off the growing fatigue, shortness of breath and aching in his arms. He figured it was simply part of getting older, and like many Veterans, he wasn’t eager to visit a…
Tuskegee’s librarian: Dr. Sara Delaney brought healing through books
A visionary who redefined healing through literacy At a time when hospitals focused primarily on physical treatment, Dr. Sara Marie Johnson Peterson Delaney believed healing also lived in the pages of a book. For 34 years, Delaney served as chief librarian at the Veterans hospital in Tuskegee, Alabama, now part of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Her…
Service that sparked a lifelong passion for WWII Veteran
A century-long journey shaped by service, resilience and an enduring love of the sea At 101, Navy WWII Veteran Levern Owens still finds his mind wandering back to the vast expanse of the ocean, the islands of the South Pacific, and the time he spent feeding both fellow sailors and his local community. While a…
Spinal Cord Injury team helps Army Vet keep competing
Strength, perseverance and the power of SCI rehabilitation Army Veteran Mark Maloney suffered a spinal cord injury after falling off his bike six years ago. The resulting fall broke his neck, paralyzing him. Maloney, now 90, had run marathons, competed in the Pikes Peak Ascent race in Colorado Springs, and had been a competitive runner…
How one Veteran’s TBI recovery led her from coma to creative healing
TeleTBI aids in Veteran’s recovery After high school, Pamela Nee joined the Air National Guard. She served for 25 years with the 193rd Special Operations Wing, deploying for Operation Desert Storm and then working as a federal technician. During her service, she survived a serious car accident that caused a traumatic brain injury (TBI). “I…
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 deficiency disorder linked to toxic exposure during his service. For years, the Air Force Veteran from St. Louis, Illinois, quietly…
Honoring Jeanette Eno: A legacy of service and resilience
Honoring a century of service, resilience and trailblazing impact As part of Women Veterans Recognition Day at West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System, we honor Jeanette Eno, a remarkable Marine Veteran whose life of service, strength and resilience continue to inspire others. Eno, 102, began her military career with the Coast Guard before transferring to…
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 is just as real. Every roll, angle and inch matters, and athletes of all abilities compete on truly level ground.…
Veteran with Multiple Sclerosis finds new motivation at VA Wheelchair Games
Finding inspiration to be your best Inspired by the events of September 11, Calixtro “Cal” Garcia enlisted in the Army, where he served as a Multiple Launch Rocket System Operations Specialist for three years. Six years after his discharge, he began experiencing double vision, fatigue and loss of balance—symptoms that led to a diagnosis of…
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 in table tennis in the 75–79 age division. For Chambers, the Games are more than medals—they…
A guide to help Veterans manage stressors that increase suicide risk
Before it builds up: recognizing the life stressors behind Veteran suicide risk Suicide risk is often associated with clinical conditions like depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD) or substance use disorder, but other pressures can matter just as much. A pile of bills, job loss or food insecurity can quietly erode a Veteran’s sense of stability and…