Sexual assault survivors put their experiences and emotions on display, thanks to the Clothesline Project. The project brought healing and education through awareness to the San Diego VA Medical Center. Read the full story
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Monthly Archives: April 2011
From victim to caregiver: A sexual assault survivor speaks out
Homeless, addicted to drugs and living with a terrible secret; it took one Veteran more than twenty years to recover from a sexual assault during her time in the service. Read the full story
Rural Health: Exchanging Information
With rural Veterans using both VA and private health care providers, VA is testing how to securely share Veterans health records for better continuity of care. Read the full story
VA Asking Vets to Help Design Medication Labels
Veterans at ten VA facilities are participating in a research study that will allow them to be directly involved in developing a single standardized prescription label for use VA-wide. Read the full story
VA Recognized for Efforts to Improve Care for Dying
VA is honored for their We Honor Veterans Campaign, a collaboration with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization to improve the quality of care provided to Veterans who are dying. Read the full story
The Civil War’s Impact on Veterans Health
As the Nation remembers the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, we take an in-depth look at the care that was afforded the Veterans who sacrificed life and limb on the battlefield. Read the full story
I do it for the Veterans
Over 88,000 volunteers donated over 12 million hours of service to support the needs of hospitalized Veterans and their families in 2010. VA says “Thank You” during National Volunteer Week April 10-16. Read the full story
A Ring for a Piece of Bread
85-year-old South Carolina Veteran among hundreds honored on “Former POW Recognition Day.” President Obama proclamation reminds us that, “We may never know the full extent of their burdens…but neither shall we forget their selfless sacrifice and unshakeable resolve.” Read the full story
Veterans Field Guide to Government Shutdown
In the event of a federal shutdown, most VA services will still be available. However, it is important that you know how the GI Bill will be impacted. For the full list of what will be available and what will be suspended, click the title of this feed or more information.
Lost, and Found
In Oregon, VA is working with other federal agencies, non-profit groups, local businesses and private citizens to help give homeless Veterans like Kay Waldrop, who had hit bottom, a second chance, and a place to call home. Read the full story
