New Orleans VA to host Salute to the Flag on July 4

New Orleans Salute to the Flag event will include a flag raising, Pledge of Allegiance and music by the American Legion Post 377 band. The post New Orleans VA to host Salute to the Flag on July 4 appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Veteran carves special “sign” of thanks for Houston VA cardiologists

After by-pass surgery, Army Veteran Carl Haaland, avid woodworker, wanted to give his Houston VA cardiothoracic team a sign of his gratitude. The post Veteran carves special “sign” of thanks for Houston VA cardiologists appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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From Homelessness to good jobs: DoL’s Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program changes lives

At the Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service, we’re working to support Veterans experiencing homelessness through our Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program, a competitive grant program focused on reintegrating individuals into the workforce and building strong systems to address the challenges veterans experiencing homelessness routinely face.   The post From Homelessness to good jobs: DoL’s…

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Standing Ready: Examine the past, present and future of VA innovation

Standing Ready highlights the significant contributions – past, present and future – of the VA health care system through a historical lens. The post Standing Ready: Examine the past, present and future of VA innovation appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Celebrate Independence Day with VA Careers

Learn about how you can celebrate Independence Day by applying to work at VA. The post Celebrate Independence Day with VA Careers appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VA Careers

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Teams working to care for Veterans exposed to burn pits

Follow multidisciplinary team efforts to diagnose and treat Marine Veteran exposed to burn pits in Iraq. “Veterans want and deserve answers.” The post Teams working to care for Veterans exposed to burn pits appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Kansas City VA annual Salute to Women Veterans

The Kansas City VA’s annual Salute to Women Veterans at Kansas City VA recognizes service and challenges of women Veterans. The post Kansas City VA annual Salute to Women Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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David Petteys: A hero of “Marine Helo”

Marine Corps Veteran David Petteys grew up during WWII and served in the Vietnam War. His exceptional flying skills led to an incredible rescue. The post David Petteys: A hero of “Marine Helo” appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Veterans in their 80s stay active with home exercise program

Multidisciplinary team launched home exercise program combining strength-based training with education on the benefits of physical activity. The post Veterans in their 80s stay active with home exercise program appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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You Asked, We Answered: Staying up to date with COVID-19 booster doses

Your COVID-19 questions answered. We’re listening to your questions about COVID-19 vaccines and hosting blogs on questions from Veterans. The post You Asked, We Answered: Staying up to date with COVID-19 booster doses appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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This Pride Month, VA is proud of all LGBTQ+ Veterans

Pride Month – Saluting our LGBTQ+ Veterans who volunteered to defend our freedom. It is our responsibility to help defend theirs. The post This Pride Month, VA is proud of all LGBTQ+ Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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