Big Spring honors the remarkable life of Navy Veteran JL Stevens On Jan. 29, 2026, the West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) and the Big Spring community united in a heartfelt celebration of World War II Navy Veteran JL Stevens, honoring his …
VA recently announced a new regulation that will lead to faster decisions and quicker payments for certain types of survivors’ claims. Previously, VA was required to address claims for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and Survivors Pension separately …
I often carry my stress in my shoulders and upper back. Colder weather and sitting in front of a computer for many hours a day certainly doesn’t help. The good news is that even just a few minutes of movement at a time can help relieve both the stress and …
Linking Veterans and families to benefits, covered services and VA resources VA recently reached a major milestone as it welcomed its one-millionth beneficiary of the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA). As …
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All items to Veterans in need During the season of giving, the patrons of Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) did their part and collected more than 7,000 donated items at PatriotStores throughout VA. As part of VCS’s 12 Days of Holidays campaign, VCS …
A home cooked meal with a rich, chocolatey dessert Valentine’s Day brings thoughts of love, happy endings and chocolate. It’s easy to find greeting cards with sentimental messages, romantic comedies on TV, and of course heart-shaped boxes of chocolates. …
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Lead Intermediate Care Technician (ICT) Evan Messegee knows firsthand that when employees feel valued and supported, they’re empowered to do their best work. As Lead ICT, Messegee provides quality, compassionate care to …
Fitness goals When Ben Shortreed lost his hand in a fireworks accident, his life changed dramatically. During an impromptu outdoor party, the firework Shortreed was gripping suddenly exploded in his left hand. The result was a mangled mess of skin, bone …
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on improving cancer care, a robotic wheelchair system and Parkinson’s disease. Veterans save almost $9,000 with localized cancer treatments VA …
How thinking about “the end” helps us build a stronger, more effective homelessness response system Even if we could instantly provide housing for every homeless Veteran today, we would still face Veteran homelessness tomorrow. Why? Because homelessness is …
Navy Veteran’s century-long journey celebrated at Trinka Davis Veterans Village Nearly 100 family, friends and fellow residents gathered on Jan. 12, 2026, at Trinka Davis Veterans Village Community Living Center (CLC) to celebrate an extraordinary …
Throughout Black History Month (BHM), the Center for Minority Veterans (CMV) is honored to highlight the stories of Black Veterans whose commitment to community endures long after they hang up their uniforms. In this week’s “From Uniform to Unforgettable” …
If you’re interested in using science and technology to perform diagnostic testing while serving the Veteran community, a career as a clinical laboratory scientist at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) might be right for you. Also called medical …
As a First Impressions volunteer Donna Majeskie has a story of compassion that blossomed from the daily struggles she and her mother faced while caring for her Veteran father. From navigating VA appointments to maneuvering wheelchairs, these challenges …
VA Native American Direct Loan staff Casandra Kelting and Justin Stephenson recently traveled to the southernmost inlets of the Salish Sea in Washington to meet with seven bands of the Squaxin Island Tribe who, after signing an MOU, will now have access to …
Our bodies and brains aren’t optimized for life in the modern world. Our eyes, necks and brains are strained by computer screens, smart phones, AI and other modern advances. Technology can take its toll on our body, mind and spirit! Neck and head pain are …
VA has options for you Esketamine, a novel and mental health treatment therapy, is being used across VA for Veterans with treatment-resistant depression and acute suicidality. Esketamine is administered under the supervision of trained clinicians. The …
Here’s your chance to showcase your creativity and honor America’s Veterans through art. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting submissions for the 2026 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Deadline: All …
For many Veterans, the transition to civilian life can be filled with challenges, especially when traditional therapies fall short. Tara Pipia, a Veteran of the Army National Guard, found herself in such a predicament. Despite trying various treatments …
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