Category: VA

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Life can become overwhelming rather quickly. As a Veteran, you know pressure, but stress doesn’t have to be a burden you face alone. Sometimes, the fastest relief comes from a simple shift in perspective. Here are five simple ways to manage stress. We’ll walk through quick strategies so you can regain calm whenever the world…

As the 2025 hurricane season begins, the VA’s Office of Information and Technology is committed to ensuring that Veterans receive uninterrupted care and services during times of crisis. This commitment involves strong continuity of operations and recovery planning not just during crises but throughout the year. A recent two-day power outage in Puerto Rico in…

In January 2024, an estimated 32,882 Veterans were experiencing homelessness in the United States. While this represents a 7.5% decrease from 2023, VA’s goal is to move 28,000 unsheltered Veterans into interim or permanent housing. But the path to “home” is not always straight. This was the case for Veteran Michael Magyar. After being discharged from the Army…

How long do I have to wait before I get an answer l applied the beginning of July. Thank You Author: Richard Bartoszek

In reply to Richard Thomas. Absolutely, this is what keeps “stirring the pot” and causes problems. Author: DON MORRIS

Every year on August 7, we observe Purple Heart Day to honor the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who have been injured or lost their lives in service to our country. This year, the Center for Minority Veterans shines a light on remarkable minority servicemen and women whose incredible journeys exemplify…

For nearly two decades, Marine Corps Veteran Rob Slaughter lived in the shadows on the streets of LA. After losing both parents and being discharged from military service after less than four months, he found himself without a family, home or future. Eventually, addiction and homelessness led him to Skid Row, where suicide started to…

If you’re a beneficiary of the Civilian Health and Medical Program of VA (CHAMPVA) program, you may be able to get affordable, private dental care through the VA Dental Insurance Program (VADIP). Who can get VADIP CHAMPVA beneficiaries, including: Current or surviving spouses. Children of an eligible Veteran who is rated permanently and totally disabled…

Having a house built is an excellent way to obtain your dream home. Building your own home could also be a solution in areas where there is a low inventory market. While most construction projects can be complex, it’s a great benefit for those Veterans willing to invest the necessary time, energy and funds to…

Physicians and nurses who are looking for a rewarding career at the Department of Veterans Affairs can now find open positions that meet their criteria faster than ever before.   A smarter way to search  We’re excited to introduce a new feature on VA Careers: an interactive Jobs Map that helps job seekers efficiently identify open…

One Veteran recently shared his story of how he avoided VA for years — until he faced a health scare and found his way back.  Marine Corps Veteran Andrew Appleton shares that he came back to VA after experiencing excruciating leg pain. He made an appointment with a VA doctor, who suspected blood clots and…