Owning a home backed by the VA Home Loan Program is one of the most valuable benefits earned through military service. But when financial hardship hits—whether from job loss, medical challenges or other unexpected life events—keeping up with mortgage payments can become difficult. The good news: foreclosure is not inevitable. This final story in our National Financial Awareness series shares six steps Veterans can…
There’s a new weapon against epilepsy
How one Veteran underwent a groundbreaking procedure that could change everything For 28 years, Derrick Harpole has lived with uncontrolled epilepsy, suffering from debilitating seizures despite trying numerous medications. He has been robbed of his independence, his career and, in many ways, his sense of self. But one recent morning at the Michael E. DeBakey…
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 prevention, and military transition support. Hosted in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Boulder Crest Foundation, Avalon Action Alliance and United…
SBA resources help Veterans build a future in entrepreneurship
Across the country, many Veterans are looking to entrepreneurship as their next mission. The resilience and leadership gained through military service often translates naturally to the realities of owning and operating a small business. Veterans are starting new ventures, acquiring existing businesses and growing operations that fit their long-term goals. Federal programs exist to help…
Make a difference every day as a VA attorney
When you picture the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) workforce, you might think of doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers, but did you also know we employ over 800 attorneys? For attorneys who entered law to make a real difference, VA offers something most legal careers cannot: the opportunity to put your skills to work for our…
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, 2026, event. Hosted by United Military Care in partnership with the Georgia Veterans Network, Avalon Action Alliance, Boulder Crest Foundation, Buffalo…
Live Whole Health #330: Rise and move!
You know the feeling. You wake up stiff, foggy and not quite ready to face the day. Your back’s tight. Your mind’s still catching up. Coffee helps, but it’s not enough. Here’s a simple add-on to your morning routine that takes just a few minutes and can change how your whole day feels. Start the…
How to access your Foreign Medical Program benefits letter
Get your Foreign Medical Program benefits letter online If you’re a Veteran living or traveling abroad, getting care for your service-connected conditions is easier through VA’s Foreign Medical Program (FMP). FMP helps cover medically necessary care outside the United States for service-connected conditions, including: Office visits Hospital care Emergency or urgent care Physical therapy Prescribed…
Commemorating Freedom 250 and 80 years of caring for those who served
Celebrating history, service, and community at VA North Texas Freedom Fest 250 and 80 years of VHA. VA North Texas Health Care System‘s Dallas campus recently hosted Veterans, families, staff and community partners during its Freedom 250 celebration. The event honored 250 years of American independence and 80 years of the Veterans Health Administration’s service…
Not alone: VA social workers in your corner for 100 years
Celebrating social work in VA VA has grown into a far-reaching system designed to offer Veterans a wide array of benefits, services and support. But for some, navigating it can feel overwhelming. With so many programs, forms and eligibility requirements, getting the help you’ve earned shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. And you shouldn’t have…
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 Centers (VAMCs) across the country. Through these programs, VA supports the clinical training of more than 25,000 nursing students annually. Each program offers wide-ranging opportunities for participants to develop competent, confident, practice-ready Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) equipped with the knowledge and…
“I feel young”: At 77, a Vietnam Veteran gets his fresh start
How one VA social worker’s daily persistence helped Verton Morris go from the sidewalk to a home of his own Army Vietnam Veteran Verton Morris, 77, slept on the ground outside Houston VA’s Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC) for weeks. He’d come inside to do his laundry, grab a snack and exchange a few…