We are in a time where for certain industries the available talent is scarce, and businesses are seeking ways to attract the best people for mission-critical jobs. Military Veterans provide a great opportunity for the corporate world to harness the unique experiences and talents that accompany military experience. Military Veterans in a position of leadership…
Bay Pines VA peer specialist competing for national honor
Bay Pines VA announced that Peer Specialist Randy Lee will represent the organization and the VA Sunshine Healthcare Network in this year’s VA peer specialist of the year competition. Lee, who earned Bay Pine’s top honor a few months ago, has also been selected as the top peer specialist throughout the Sunshine Network, which includes…
Innovation Experience (iEX) to showcase VA Innovation
VA’s Office of Healthcare Innovation and Learning will host its annual VHA Innovation Experience (iEX). The in-person event will take place Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, 2023, at Capital Turnaround in Washington, D.C. iEX is all about the future of Veteran care and will feature existing innovations while providing the foundations for continued improvement within…
Add a little something extra to your VA application with a cover letter
When you’re applying for a job here at VA, it can never hurt to give hiring managers further insight into you as a candidate. By taking the time to write a cover letter—even if they don’t request one—you’ll do one extra thing that may capture their attention and get you on the path to an…
Maui fire assistance information for Veterans
This information on assistance has been sent to 52,000 Veterans who live in Hawaii: Hawaii Wildfires: Veteran Disaster Resources (govdelivery.com). It contains disaster assistance information including arrangements for possible interruptions in benefits payments. VA’s Office of Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance follows disaster alerts that are issued by each state department of insurance in the event…
Partnership with Mediflix enhances access to health care information
In line with VA’s strategic goal of effective communication with customers and partners, VA has partnered with Mediflix, which hosts a vast selection of educational content and technology to improve health care for Veterans. Through this partnership, all Veterans will gain access to Mediflix’s digital platform and video channels which provide a wealth of educational…
#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran John N. Reese, Jr.
John N. Reese, Jr., of the Choctaw tribe, was born in Oklahoma in 1923. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in late 1942, and served in Company B, 148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division in 1945. On Feb. 9, 1945, Reese fought for the Paco Railroad Station in Manila. The 21-year-old private and one of…
Red Cross: Donation shortfall may impact blood supply
The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood products. By making an appointment to give blood or platelets in August, donors can keep the national blood supply from falling to shortage…
#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Ryan A. Bressler
Ryan “Andy” Bressler was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in 1928. He attended the University of Connecticut and joined the ROTC program, graduating in 1952 with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics and a commission as a second lieutenant into U.S. Army Infantry. Shortly after graduating, Bressler was called to active duty for service in Korea.…
Veterans Crisis Line is here for all Veterans
Life is unpredictable and full of ups and downs that can affect your well-being. As a Veteran, you face unique and difficult challenges due to your experience in the military. If you’re dealing with a crisis or thoughts of suicide, it can feel like you’re carrying the weight alone. While support may seem out of…
Protecting Veteran Privacy website improves Veteran experience
Need to file a privacy complaint related to your VA benefits? Would you like tips on how to prevent identity theft? Are you a Veteran who wants to amend your VA record? Or do you have a question about VA’s privacy policies as they relate to Veteran data and records? VA Privacy Service’s new “Protecting…
Make revolutionary progress with VA’s research teams
For more than 95 years, VA’s Research and Development program has been improving the lives of Veterans — and all Americans — through health care discovery and innovation. Our priorities are simple: Expanding Veterans’ access to high-quality clinical trials Increasing the real-world impact of VA research Putting VA data to work for Veterans Actively promoting…