Category: VA

If you’re the spouse, widow(er) or child of an eligible Veteran and receive Civilian Health and Medical Program of VA (CHAMPVA) benefits, filing your claims online is the fastest and easiest way to go. With just a few clicks, you can submit everything securely. Before you file: a quick checklist If your provider doesn’t file…

Marine Corps Veteran Keith Cody was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer, and just a few months later, he walked out of VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) and caught a flight home to California after receiving a new bloodless autologous stem cell transplant. “I already feel much better. They’ve told me I still…

As you age or experience illnesses that impact your daily routines, you may need additional care, and VA is fully equipped to meet your needs wherever you are in your health journey. VA provides a variety of services and support to aging and disabled Veterans. Partnering with community providers, VA helps to ensure that Veterans…

With rising food costs, your grocery budget might not stretch as far as it used to. You might skip meals, lack access to fresh food or need financial help. According to the USDA, Veterans are 7.4% more likely than non-Veterans to face food insecurity. Hunger is linked to health issues Food insecurity isn’t just about…

Every day, first responders across the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) help protect and support Veterans, employees and visitors. From fighting fires to responding to medical emergencies, these dedicated professionals play a vital role in creating safe, supportive environments where Veterans can receive the care they’ve earned. Let’s explore first responder roles across VA and…

Recently, representatives from more than 75 Veteran and community organizations gathered in Rosenberg, Texas, to serve military Veterans. The goal was clear: connect local Veterans with the benefits they earned. With an emphasis on enrolling Veterans for health care and providing toxic exposure exams, a dedicated team called VetConnect from the Houston VA Medical Center were front…

My HealtheVet is key to making the most of your every health care appointment. By taking a few simple steps before a visit, Veterans can ensure personalized, attentive and efficient care tailored to their unique health needs. Gather your information One of the most important steps you can take before your appointment is to collect…

When Veteran June Hamilton was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) at 24, she was told her career and independence were over. Instead, she chose a different path. With support from her family, the G.I. Bill, and later the VA health care system, she pursued a degree in computer science, built a successful 30-year career and…

As a woman Veteran, you’ve faced challenges with courage and strength. Yet, the loss of a pregnancy—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss—can be one of the most deeply painful experiences in life. You’re not alone, and there is compassionate, Veteran-tailored support available through VA to help you heal emotionally and physically. Navigating grief and…

It’s clear to Sally Hammitt, interim deputy director of the VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care System, that there’s strength in numbers in the fight to end Veteran homelessness. VA has doubled down on its commitment to supporting homeless Veterans by setting the goal to house 38,000 more unsheltered Veterans and provide them with supportive…

Beginning Sept. 27, 2025, all federal agencies—including the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. This change will apply to all federal positions to comply with Executive Order 14170 and the Merit Hiring Plan.   For many federal employees and job seekers, this marks a significant difference from previous…

Your safety and well-being matter. For many women Veterans, it can be hard to feel safe when there is intimate partner violence (IPV). If you’ve experienced emotional, physical or sexual harm, control or fear in a relationship, know this: You are not alone and help is available. About one in three women Veterans experience IPV…