Remember that taunt in middle school, “Does your face hurt, cause it’s killing me”? Well, sometimes our face does hurt because of the stress we are carrying around in our heads. Our foreheads are furrowed, our eyes are squinted, our jaw is clenched. Did you notice it as you were reading that? Paying attention to…
Beyond the headset: How immersive technology is reshaping Veteran care
Event highlights how virtual reality is being used in Veteran care Veterans at Washington, D.C., VA Medical Center recently had the opportunity to experience a new kind of care that supports their health and wellness: immersive technology. The D.C. VAMC hosted Immersive Demo Day, an event where Veterans could experience how immersive technologies can be…
Elsie S. Ott and the birth of aeromedical evacuation
How one World War II nurse reshaped medical transport When wounded service members needed faster transport home during World War II, one Army nurse helped prove that the skies could become a lifeline. Elsie S. Ott made history in 1943 as the first woman to receive the Air Medal, forever changing military medicine in the process. A mission…
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 experiencing food insecurity is homeless, those with unreliable access to food and housing instability often stem from many of the same underlying…
Join the VA Careers Talent Community and learn about working at VA
Have you signed up for the VA Careers Talent Community? Since launching earlier this year, the VA Careers Talent Community has connected over 8,000 job seekers like you to more information about VA careers, locations and opportunities. Through this outreach, we’ve provided information that is aligned with our members’ skills, interests and preferences while staying…
Free peer conversations for Veterans after military service
The structure of your daily life is different after leaving the military. You leave a familiar team with shared standards and a defined mission only to find that regular peer connection on the outside can take deliberate effort. Steele Sharpens Steele offers free membership and free online Sharpening Sessions for Veterans across branches and eras.…
Turn your military experience into a civilian-ready resume
Leaving military service is one of the biggest transitions you’ll ever make. You’ve led teams, managed complex operations, solved problems under pressure and developed valuable technical and professional skills. The challenge isn’t your experience. It’s translating that experience into a resume that a hiring manager can immediately understand and value. That’s exactly what Resume Engine was built…
Veterans Day National Committee selects Regional Sites for 2026
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) selected 48 Regional Sites in communities and non-profit organizations in 24 states as official partners to hold VA-approved Veterans Day observances this Veterans Day. In support of the annual National Veterans Day Observance each November 11 at Arlington National Cemetery and to honor Veterans nationwide, VA and…
Deepfake phishing: Don’t be fooled.
Recently, a fake “Veterans & Retired Seniors Grant Program” post circulated on Facebook that appeared to be sponsored by a government official. The post fooled some Veterans into handing over their direct‑deposit information, leading their VA benefits to be redirected straight into a scammer’s pockets. So far, a number of Veterans have been targeted, losing…
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 they face. Each highlighted nonprofit is committed to helping Veterans achieve stable, permanent housing. Genesis Joy House Homeless Shelter Inc. Genesis Joy House, founded…
Connect with a VA recruiter at an event this October
Ready to explore a career with real impact at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)? October is chock-full of in-person events where you can connect with VA recruiters and learn what it means to be part of the largest integrated healthcare system in the U.S. Whether you’re a physician, nurse or other healthcare provider looking…
Carrying the weight: Why caregiver well-being is part of suicide prevention
Taking care of yourself isn’t separate from caring for a Veteran. It’s part of it. If you’re helping a Veteran who is going through a hard time, you’re already helping to prevent suicide. But your own well-being is part of the picture, too. Those who support a Veteran going through a difficult stretch can sometimes…