More than 1,000 Veterans lined up in the pouring rain to restock their pantries and receive much needed food and assistance at a special event at the Michael E. DeBakey VA. Houston VA teamed up with Combined Arms and the Houston Food Bank to host Operation Restock, an event aimed specifically at helping Veterans and…
Connecting Veterans: Houston event unites over 1,000 Veterans
In a remarkable display of community collaboration, more than 1,000 Veterans recently gathered at a special event in Houston to connect with essential resources, jobs and support. The event, called VetConnect, was a joint effort between the Michael E. DeBakey VA, Combined Arms and Texas Workforce Solutions. The day proved to be a resounding success in ensuring…
How a VA virtual reality headset changed a Veteran’s life
“For the first time, I forgot about my pain and smiled,” said Army Veteran and VA employee Gary Ruc when recalling his first virtual reality (VR) experience. Ruc took the stage for a deeply inspiring testimonial during the 2024 VA Immersive Summit, receiving a standing ovation from the crowd. Gary Ruc Ruc (pictured above) deployed…
20,000 completed toxic exposure screenings
Amarillo VA recently passed the mark of 20,000 toxic exposure screenings, signifying a milestone in its mission to fulfill the goals of the PACT Act, a new law that expands VA health care benefits and eligibility for Veterans. The PACT Act was signed into law on August 10, 2022, and expands VA health care and…
Kansas City VA honors centenarian
Kansas City VA recently honored a 103-year old World War II Veteran with Centenarian recognition. Catherine Anthony, a member of America’s “greatest generation,” served as a nurse in the Navy during WWII. She provided skilled health care and worked to improve the health and morale of those serving in the war. With her devotion and…
Earn more with a gastroenterology specialty at VA
Providing essential, expert care to Veterans is not the only reward to be found when you choose to work as a gastroenterology physician at VA. No matter the role you choose—from direct patient care to research—we value you the way you value our Veterans. Among the employment benefits you can earn when you bring your…
Transforming smiles: Denture solutions for Veterans
VA’s Office of Advanced Manufacturing (OAM) plays a pivotal role in using cutting-edge technologies to enhance Veterans’ lives. Through advanced 3D printing and digital dentistry, OAM helped reshape the smile of Clay Hill through dentures. Hill, 76, is a Vietnam Army Veteran (pictured above) who endured facial trauma during his service. Clay Hill For the…
Wheelchair games uplifting for New Orleans Veteran
Amid the din inside the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, one of the locations for the 2024 National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Eugene Palmer gripped a 4.5 millimeter air pistol and rested his elbows on an aluminum table. Closing his left eye, he drew a bead on a small black circle centered on a paper target…
VA offers compassionate care for pregnancy loss
Every form of pregnancy loss comes with its own circumstances and may affect each person differently. However, you’re not alone. Pregnancy loss is a common experience that many women share. VA is here to offer compassionate care and support for pregnancy loss. From connecting you to mental health resources for emotional support to offering personalized…
Vet Center Scholarship program first graduates
Vet Centers offer a variety of counseling services to help Veterans, service members and their families make a successful transition from military to civilian life or heal after a traumatic event experienced in the military. To fill much-needed counselor positions in locations across the country, VA launched the Vet Center Scholarship Program. The program recently…
Special operator defeats cancer with help from VA
As a decorated Army Special Forces operator, Lawrence William Henry deployed 10 times to places in the Middle East over a long career. Bullets, bombs, burn pits and battlefield contaminants were a way of life for the now retired colonel. With decades dedicated to selfless service and a desire to push the limits of what…
Exploring Rural VA Communities: Dublin, Georgia
Like the Veterans we serve, rural communities are as diverse and exciting as you can imagine. You may find an opportunity to be closer to family and friends, or just enjoy a greater sense of privacy. Perhaps the lower cost of living or even the allure of open space appeals to you. Today, we explore…