Category: VA

You may be reconsidering your professional future as the new year dawns. For Veterans who don’t want to work for someone else, there’s an option worth considering: Starting a franchise. Owning a business through franchising is a perfect hybrid between working for an organization and starting your own business from scratch. While it’s not for…

In the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, there is a remarkable volunteer at Tennessee Valley VA whose dedication has earned him the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award. William Pinkleton, a Vietnam Veteran with more than 15 years of volunteer service, embodies the spirit of selfless commitment to his fellow Veterans. Pinkleton’s journey into volunteering began in…

In this episode of the PTSD Bytes podcast, host Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport speaks with Dr. Greg Brown, a clinical psychologist at Philadelphia VA, director of the Penn Center for the Prevention of Suicide at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and one of the creators of the Safety Planning Intervention. They discuss how safety…

Delaware County Treatment Court Coordinator Jeremy Damia had a lot of questions about the services available for Veterans at Coatesville VA. He wanted to know about the specific resources available for Veterans at the county, state and federal levels. He made it his mission to understand the wealth of resources which best serve those Veterans.…

In a heartfelt tribute at the Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Nashville, members from Tennessee Valley VA participated in the Wreaths Across America event Dec. 16. Vietnam Veteran Miles Matthew It was a chilly and overcast morning, with a diverse group of men, women, children, service members and Veterans gathered to pay their respects…

Closing out the third year of our “Talk about It Tuesday” (TAIT) LinkedIn livestream, we continue to bring you tips, advice and information on VA career opportunities. As always, we spent the year exploring all the facets of the job application process at VA, from timelines to resumes, cover letters to interviews and beyond. We…

As a primary family caregiver for a Veteran, you have a lot competing for your attention during the winter holiday season. With multiple responsibilities, it may be difficult to prioritize your own well-being over others who need you daily. To help you with this, the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans…

Oklahoma City VA is reaching out to local Veterans to perform a buddy check and let Veterans know VA is here for them. The holiday season can be challenging for many people, but when you combine health, medical problems or financial issues, it can compound the problems and trigger negative reactions. VA is charged with…

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States, yet only 50% of people living with glaucoma are aware that they have it. VA’s Technology Based Eye Care Services (TECS) is working to change that by providing Veterans with greater access to glaucoma screening and care. Drs. Korey Jaben and Annette…

Angela Gant-Curtis has worked with VA since 1986. Her journey began at Atlanta VA, where she served in different roles that allowed her to interact with Veterans and different services in the hospital. Her front-line experience has inspired her to serve as an extension of front-line health care workers in the innovation space. Today, Gant-Curtis…

The role of a military spouse comes with many challenges. Despite possessing valuable skills, they often face limited employment opportunities.  That’s where VA’s National Center for Healthcare Advancement and Partnerships (HAP) comes in, working collaboratively to bring partnerships and health care innovations to Veterans and their spouses. HAP facilitates the partnership between VHA and Salesforce, which…

Get your prescriptions delivered to your home without having to wait in long lines or pay high out-of-pocket costs. Receiving the medications you need, when you need them, has never been easier for beneficiaries enrolled in the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA). Eligible dependents can take advantage of…