Monthly Archives: January 2025

finances

Take charge of your finances with FINVET

VA News – One of the most pressing issues for many Veterans transitioning to civilian life is financial stability. VA has launched FINVET, the National Veterans Financial Resource Center, to help support Veterans managing their finances. Here are the top five reasons why every Veteran should check out FINVET: Pay for Your Basic Needs. Find resources to help you pay for housing, food, transportation and more. Learn How

caregivers

VA virtual care resources for caregivers

VA News – Whether you’re a Veteran’s family member or a professional caregiver, VA has virtual care tools to help you on your journey. Caregivers work hard to make sure #Veterans receive the care they need and VA virtual care tools can make that work easier. Here are four VA resources that can help as you care for the Veteran in your life, and yourself: VA Video Connect, VA’s

winter health

Winter is the season to tend to your health

VA News – With winter underway, it’s time to stay on top of your health, including getting up to date on vaccinations and refilling your prescriptions. VA is here whenever you need support. If you don’t remember when you were last vaccinated, you can use the VA Health Summary feature on My HealtheVet, to view and download your vaccination history. Consider moving your appointments online with

caregiver

Long-term care facilities enhance Veterans lives

VA News – VA provides quality, thoughtful, long-term care services to over 500,000 Veterans and the VA’s long-term care options give Veterans tailored support to help them maintain their independence. VA has fully equipped facilities and trained staff to help when life becomes a bit more difficult. As Veterans age or experience illnesses that impact their daily routines, they may require additional care, such as 24/7 nursing and medical care,

setting goals

Living with purpose in the New Year

VA News – As we close out one year and begin thinking about goals or resolutions, try setting intentions that help connect (or reconnect) you to your mission, aspirations, and purpose. Goals tend to be specific and measurable, while intentions are more qualitative and compassionate. While different from a specific goal or resolution, intentions can help us realize our goals. Before setting intentions and goals, take a few minutes to

power lines

Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in various San Diego County communities

Thousands of San Diego County customers could lose electricity this week due to public safety power shutoffs amid potentially dangerous Santa Ana winds. Area patients should continue monitoring this situation, calling VA Provider support @ (833) 986-4267 if you need emergency support. View planned/unplanned outages on San Diego Gas & Electric’s

winter weater

Wintry Mix Warning for Large Areas of Texas

Snow, ice, and freezing rain is forecasted for various regions of Texas this Thursday into Friday. Consider altering your travel plans, staying updated by your local news & preparing now for any potential impacts. Call (888) 450-6676 If you need emergency VA Provider support or 2-1-1 for emergency heating center info. View Texas Division of Emergency Management’s