Category: VA

A virtual safe environment For Veterans, leaving service can feel isolating. After spending years within a structured environment defined by shared purpose and camaraderie, transitioning to civilian life can be challenging. Finding a new sense of purpose and belonging is hard. In addition to these changes, some also may find themselves having to move geographically…

What is a medical foster home? A medical foster home is a private home, approved by VA, where a caregiver lives with up to three Veterans and helps with their daily needs. It’s an option for Veterans who want long-term care in a home-like setting instead of moving into a nursing home.  “Our service area…

2.9 million Veterans used VA telehealth for part of their care in fiscal 2025 Every Veteran’s story is unique, and so are their health care needs. That’s why more Veterans are turning to VA telehealth. With secure and convenient virtual options, VA telehealth makes it easier than ever for Veterans to access expert and familiar…

The nutrition you need to cheer on your team! Tailgating is a beloved American tradition. Wherever you live in the U.S., odds are that on any given weekend a tailgate party is nearby. Tailgates are a time of camaraderie before the game begins. Win or lose, one thing is certain—there will be snacks!    Tailgates happen…

Veteran celebrates his 100th birthday after attending his weekly Tai Chi class The energy in the beginner Tai Chi class session changed once everyone learned they’d be celebrating their Marine Veteran and centenarian classmate’s milestone with birthday cake afterwards. As the class wound down, Robert Minicucci’s family and his health care team at the Coatesville…

Many of us carry some kind of worry or concern in our minds. It could be a small worry, like “I hope my commute is not going to be as bad as yesterday,” or it could be a big worry, such as worrying about the health of a family member. We know that worrying doesn’t…

Acute low back pain didn’t stop this Veteran from restoring her independence Army Veteran Vivian De Tiege first visited VA Gulf Coast clinic following an acute episode of low back pain with radicular symptoms that disrupted her ability to work around the house and engage in activities she loved. She lived alone and experienced discomfort…

There’s power in movement and exercise At 101, World War II Veteran George Poleske is blind, hard of hearing and mostly needs a wheelchair to get around. But none of that stops him from being as physically fit as possible. He takes part in physical therapy five days a week at the Milwaukee VA Medical…

Lifesaving help never stops On a Friday in early November, the soothing sounds of old country music filled the air at a local venue in Huntsville, Ark., as Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (VHSO) social worker Ashley Perkins took to the stage, captivating the audience with her heartfelt performance. Little did Perkins know that her night would take a…

Join the Million Veteran Program to take the survey today VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) recently launched the Military Experiences and Toxic Exposures Survey to learn more about the ways military experiences and toxic exposures affect health. MVP, VA’s largest research effort, is studying health conditions that matter to Veterans, including mental health, heart health,…

Staying healthy and connected with wellness technology Veterans are taking charge of their well-being through the Whole Health 6-Service Challenge, a special competition that uses VA’s Share My Health Data app to inspire healthy habits, friendly teamwork and real results. The 6-Service Challenge is part of VA Whole Health, a care approach that puts each…

Uniting to provide homes and hope for Veterans this holiday season VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS) homeless program was the first team in Veteran Integrated Service Network-VISN 4 to complete a “Home for the Holidays” surge outreach event, a key part of a national VA initiative designed to rapidly connect homeless Veterans with housing and…