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
VA News – November honors our brave military members on Veterans Day and Remembrance Day, and also recognizes over 90 million caregivers in the U.S. during National Family Caregivers Month. Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver is grateful to present Heroes Caring for Heroes this November, focusing on the caregivers who support our Veterans and military personnel, sharing their brave caregiving journeys and discussing the challenges of caring for loved ones
VA News – Both Veterans Day and Memorial Day were established to recognize and honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces, ensuring the sacrifices of America’s fallen heroes are never forgotten. But there are important distinctions between the two national holidays. Veterans Day is intended to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military – living and dead
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
VA News – Caregiving is more than just an act of love—it’s a commitment that reflects the same principles that guide us in service to our country. National Family Caregivers Month is dedicated to honoring the tireless efforts of caregivers who provide essential support to their loved ones, often sacrificing their own needs for the well-being of others. Caregiving is a vital and often unrecognized form of service that deserves
VA News – Veterans with chronic stress from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may face a heightened risk of Alzheimer’s disease, and the VA offers support services to help maintain your quality of life. Given that other conditions can mimic dementia symptoms, it is essential that Veterans—especially those with PTSD, TBI or spinal cord injuries—undergo a thorough medical evaluation if exhibiting any of the following symptoms: Repeatedly asking the same questions. Becoming disoriented
