Category: VA

As a caregiver for a Veteran, you know firsthand the challenges and sacrifices that come with managing health and well-being. Your daily responsibilities are often physically, mentally and emotionally demanding. The journey isn’t always easy and there are moments when it can feel overwhelming. But know this: You are not alone. VA is your partner…

The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. In 2015, Fox Sports analyst Jay Glazer and former Green Beret and NFL alumnus Nate Boyer co-founded Merging Vets and Players (MVP) to address a powerful…

If you are a Civilian Health and Medical Program of VA (CHAMPVA) beneficiary—meaning you’re the spouse, widow(er) or child of an eligible Veteran—and you also have other health insurance, you might wonder: How do they work together? Here’s what you need to know to get the most from your coverage. Can I use CHAMPVA if…

The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Voting to crown the Vetrepreneur and Veteran of the Year at the state-level is now open. All Veterans and patriotic Americans are encouraged to vote at…

Having a plan can make a big difference in how your day goes. It doesn’t have to be complicated—sometimes it’s as simple as “get up, take a shower, grab some breakfast.” Having structure in your day can provide direction and help you know what to expect. For Veterans who may be struggling with thoughts of…

Quitting smoking is one of the best steps you can take to improve your health and well-being. However, breaking the habit can be a challenge. That’s why VA offers digital tools to support you on your journey to becoming tobacco-, nicotine- and smoke-free. Whether you need encouragement, mindfulness techniques or structured guidance, these three VA…

The basketball game is over and your team was slaughtered. As you and your teammates wearily leave the gym, you hear the cheer from the stands: “2-4-6-8 Who do we appreciate? Tigers! Tigers! Tigers!” Well, even when you lose, it’s nice to be appreciated by your classmates and community! Who cheers for you now? Your…

In a serene corner of Chattanooga, Tennessee, a group of Veterans are finding more than just a leisurely pastime—they are reclaiming their lives. Through the Professional Golf Association (PGA) HOPE program, Veterans from across the nation are learning the art of golf, but more importantly, they are discovering a sense of community, purpose, and, in…

A Marine, paralyzed in a fishing accident nearly a year ago, is about to embark on the next phase of his new life, buoyed by his Marine brethren and the Spinal Cord Injury Unit at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. Cpl. Skyler Correia, 22, of Reedsburg, Wis., received a surprise visitor Wednesday in SCI —…

VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System’s Design-on-Demand Innovation team routinely creates solutions for Veteran patients that enhance care and improve quality of life. VA health care providers encounter a wide range of Veteran patient injuries and conditions that routinely present opportunities for innovations that will improve patients’ quality of life. One such innovation, developed recently by…

Each year, VHA’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) conducts disaster-related exercises throughout the nation at strategic hubs, known as Federal Coordinating Centers (FCC), intended for receiving and coordinating patient care. The exercises provide VA staff and partner agencies the opportunity to achieve and sustain a high-level of readiness for major incidents. Additionally, it is an…

Cruz Roque-Vicens was born in July 1934 in Caguas, Puerto Rico. The son of Aurora Vicens and former professional boxer Cruz Roque-Rios, he attended José Gautier Benítez High School in Caguas, where he played softball, ran track and field and graduated with a degree in bookkeeping. While working as a bookkeeper, Roque-Vicens joined the Army…