VA News – Due to the rise of Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) scams, VA wants to ensure Veterans are appropriately equipped with the information they need to submit DBQs successfully. VA wants Veterans to be aware of individuals and companies marketing the service of completing DBQs. When a Veteran uses for-profit DBQ companies, the fees may be costly. To ensure claimants have access to responsible and qualified representation on their VA benefits
VA News – If you are an eligible American Indian/Alaska Native Veteran, you no longer have to make co-payments for health care and urgent care received through VA. So far, more than 4,000 Native Veterans have been approved for this exemption. VA established the Office of Tribal Health to provide outreach in your community and/or attend an event to help with co-payment exemption applications, send an email to VHAOfficeofTribalHealth@va.gov. You can
U.S. Army – Part of a group of 24 Soldiers known as Andrews’ Raiders, Civil War Soldiers Pvt. Philip Gephart Shadrach and Pvt. George Davenport Wilson will be awarded the Medal of Honor for their heroism and courage during the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862. Each Soldier’s oldest living relative will accept the award during a ceremony at the White House. “To volunteer for a venture they knew little about, and
RallyPoint – Older adults are targeted with misinformation daily and in commemoration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is highlighting the types of scams affecting the elderly community. Fraudsters can use a variety of tactics, including: Pretending to represent an official government agency or someone they trust. Mentioning there’s a problem or offering a prize. Pressuring them to act immediately. Telling them to pay in a specific way
VA News – Women’s Health Awareness Month is an excellent opportunity for women Veterans to consider making informed nutrition and lifestyle choices to prevent high-risk conditions and improve their overall health. It’s important to speak up for yourself and be your own advocate when dealing with health issues. VA facilities across the country offer specialized programs that support women’s health, with many VA facilities also having lifestyle education classes. If you’re
U.S. Army – U.S. Army Soldiers serving in the 1st Infantry Division led ceremonies at the 80th Annual D-Day Commemoration, overlooking the Easy Red sector of Omaha Beach where Soldiers of the Big Red One assaulted German defenses during the opening stages of the Invasion of Normandy. The mission of the 1st Inf. Div. was to be the vanguard of the invasion up the bluffs, while the mission of the Allied
Health.mil – During the WWII, there were more than 59,000 Army nurses on duty and on the D-Day landings in 1944, U.S. Army nurses played a pivotal role during and after the largest amphibious invasion in history. Nurses were deployed soon after to set up field hospitals and treat those injured. The following stories and memories are from three heroic U.S. Army Corps nurses who treated the wounded in the days
Maintaining an active lifestyle is key to keeping Veterans healthy, socially engaged, and remain active and independent as long as possible!
Veteran Check In – Peer networks provide veterans support through empowering social connectedness, purpose-driven living, and overall health & well-being. Connect with a Veteran Wellness Alliance peer network in your community today! Do you find yourself having trouble focusing, concentrating, or remembering things? Are you struggling with sleep, headaches, loss of energy or appetite, or substance abuse? Have you experienced a disruptive life event such as a break-up or divorce, the death of
VA News – Unmanaged stress can affect your overall well-being and lead to anxiety, and is more common among Veterans than civilians. That’s why VA offers virtual resources specifically designed to help Veterans manage stress and practice self-care.
Managing stress can be additionally challenging for those with PTSD and these free tools offer education and information about how to connect with professional support when needed, manage stress, and support Veteran self-care.
