Category: VA

VA knows that excellence in nursing is critical to the delivery of high-quality health care to our Veterans, so it’s unsurprising that we should find Cardiology Care Coordinator Ingra Wesbey, RN, elevating the standard of care each day at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center (VAMC). A recipient of the DAISY Award this past summer, Nurse Wesbey was nominated due…

Recovery, help and new purpose Air Force Veteran Ronald Smith lived a vibrant life full of purpose. He was active in his community, always ready to lend a helping hand to his neighbors and deeply cherished his family. However, his world shattered when his wife of 45 years died from complications to diabetes. His grief…

Nothing to shout about here! Yoga can be a gentle way to stretch and move the body while practicing gentle breathing. Are you ready to give it a try? Join Katie Herring from the VA New York Harbor Health Care System for gentle introduction to yoga. This 28-minute video is done on the floor, mostly…

Trained caregiver provides care and services For Martha Leon, opening her home to Veterans is not just a calling. It’s a way of giving back to those who have sacrificed for their country. Driven by compassion and a sense of community, Leon transitioned from volunteering in assisted living to VA Southern Arizona Health Care System’s…

Veterans and trainees’ approach ‘growth journey as a family’ At Minneapolis VA, health professions trainees are learning skills to advance their careers, and they’re also providing more access to care for Veterans in need. Iida Jacobsen, a trainee in the Occupational Therapy Fellowship Program, is in her second year of training at VA. After getting…

Expert guidance for your caregiving journey Caregiving can often be met with tricky legal and financial questions. This is why the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) includes legal and financial planning services to support the unique needs of injured Veterans and their primary family caregivers. Think of it as having a knowledgeable…

Enhancing the well-being of aging Veterans VHA is proud to announce a remarkable achievement for Veterans: Every VHA Health Care System now includes at least one team recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System. This accomplishment, achieved in just five years, spans approximately 500 VA teams nationwide, highlighting VHA’s unwavering dedication to enhancing the well-being of…

Music has an impact on memory A new sanctuary of sound and serenity now welcomes residents at the Lake City VA Medical Center (LCVAMC). The sound garden honors Jeffery Clark, a Veteran, colleague and friend whose passion for service continues to echo through the space he helped create. “Jeff often reflected about his life and…

If you’re looking for a work environment where your physician career can flourish right from the onset, there’s no place like the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). From serving those who so nobly served our country to generous leave policies, there are many benefits that make a VA career worth exploring. Let’s take a look at five reasons why you should start your physician…

Program can help provide medications to Veterans via local pharmacy If you’ve ever lived through a natural disaster—a flood, wildfire or hurricane—you know how quickly access to medications can be cut off: Power may be out, roads may be closed and pharmacies may be unreachable. That’s why VA offers the Disaster Pharmacy Benefit for enrolled…

The journey of Sergeant First Class Chris Scott Retired Army Veteran Chris Scott’s journey took an unexpected turn on Nov. 3, 2023, following a live fire exercise with SEAL Team 8. Feeling nauseous that evening, he went to bed, only to wake up from a coma three days later after a severe hemorrhagic stroke. Initially…

December marks the beginning of a very merry and bright season for many, filled with lights, traditions and joyful events. But the final month of the year often carries a heavier side, too—including financial pressure, hectic schedules, complicated family dynamics, loneliness, grief and even seasonal depression. VA understands that December can be demanding for everyone,…