VA News – The holiday season can be one of the more stressful times of year and for many, intensify mental health concerns or lead to complicated emotional challenges. Recognizing and managing these feelings is crucial to caring for your mental health during this festive yet busy season. To help you stay mindful, here are some key signs to watch for: Common signs of anxiety Excessive worrying about everyday decisions Difficulty concentrating A
VA News – VA has proposed updates to expand access to the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and values the feedback of caregivers and Veterans in shaping the final rule. The 60-day public comment period offers Veterans, caregivers and everyone involved in their care the opportunity to share their thoughts and experiences, and every comment will be carefully reviewed to inform the final rulemaking. Remember, these
VA News – Civilian Health and Medical Program of VA (CHAMPVA) shares the cost of certain health care services and supplies with eligible beneficiaries and if you’re currently enrolled in CHAMPVA, your Medicare status can impact your benefits. Tips about your CHAMPVA eligibility and Medicare: If you already have Medicare, keep your Medicare Part B coverage. If you cancel Medicare Part B coverage, your eligibility for CHAMPVA benefits will end
VA News – The VA is observing National Impaired Driving Prevention Month by highlighting the dangers of impaired driving and promoting safe practices to prevent motor vehicle tragedies involving alcohol or drugs. December is one of the most festive months of the year with celebrations and holidays bringing joy to many. However, it is also one of the deadliest times on the roads due to impaired driving. Staying informed
Make the Connection – Whether you were wounded in combat or injured in training, experiencing a physical injury can be challenging for anyone and dealing with the pain can be difficult and sometimes traumatic. There are many types of physical injuries that can result from combat or service-related incidents, including hearing loss, vision loss, burns, or traumatic brain injury. Any kind of physical injury can make it harder to cope
VA News – The Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) is beneficial to quickly check in for your VA appointments, and the National Health Eligibility Center (HEC) is in the process of notifying 1.5 million Veterans nationwide. Renew your VHIC online. Online or self-service requests are processed by our local team as soon as possible. Once your card request is submitted, you will receive a response that your request is
VA News – Using their REAL ID Act-compliant driver’s license or non-driver’s identification card, Veterans and eligible caregivers will soon have easier enrollment and access to Department of Defense (DOD) installations. DOD installations provide important services to Veterans and their caregivers. Recently, VA and DOD worked together to increase health care access for Veterans, such as health care, shopping, and certain Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) services
VA News – For many Veterans, the transition from military service to civilian life is often accompanied by difficulties with sleep, especially for those with lingering trauma. Fortunately, VA offers specialized treatments to help Veterans reclaim their sleep and improve their overall well-being. Insomnia – nightmares in particular – plague the sleep of countless Veterans, and Veterans interested in addressing their sleep are encouraged to speak with their primary care provider
Health.mil – As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, respiratory illness season is approaching and the best way to protect ourselves is with vaccinations, available free of charge to Veterans receiving care at VA. For Veterans, staying healthy is especially important and by taking the simple step of getting vaccinated, you’ll protect yourself and those around you. Many Veterans have underlying health conditions like the flu, RSV,
Health.mil – Seeking help is a sign of strength and a critical element of individual performance and overall readiness, and the Military Health System has many resources available to help service members, families, or veterans who are struggling with mental health challenges. Service members may be subject to frequent relocations, deployments, and stressful experiences due to combat and time away from their families. Protecting, optimizing, and defending mental health needs
