Holiday

Tips for managing stress during the holidays

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

Stay safe this December. Don’t drink and drive.

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

Celebrating Purple Heart Day

VA News – Honoring the brave men and women who were severely wounded or gave their life while serving our great country, Purple Heart Day gives us a chance to reflect and honor the bravery of those who fought for the United States. The Purple Heart is a U.S. military decoration awarded to those wounded or killed in action and is the oldest military award still given to members of the

Celebrate Women’s History Month

RallyPoint – Today, there are more than 1.9 million women Veterans, and more than 600,000 women Veterans receive a wide range of comprehensive health and gender-specific care at VA each year. If you are a woman who served our country, you belong at VA. We see the achievements you made, we value your diversity, and we recognize all you have done for our nation and continue to do for your families

National Salute to Veteran Patients Week

VA News – This year’s National Salute to Veteran Patients week is a great time for youth groups, members of the public and Veteran Service Organizations to say thank you to a special group of men and women, the more than 9 million Veterans of the U.S. armed services who are cared for in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers, outpatient clinics, domiciliaries, and nursing homes. The purpose

Donation battles food insecurity in Central Texas

U.S. Army – Collecting 260 pounds of assorted non-perishable holiday related groceries, the Fort Cavazos Resource Management Office delivered food to the Food Care Center located in Killeen, TX. Spending a month collecting canned and dry goods, the team thought the donation would be great way to give back to the community during the holiday season. learn more