VA appreciates religious groups and other organizations that wish to celebrate the holidays with our Veterans. Here are the guidelines to help you observe the season with our patients and residents. Read the full story
Monthly Archives: November 2015
Honoring Family and Friends Who Care for Veterans
Respite care provides a break for a Veteran’s regular caregiver, and VA offers professional respite care to caregivers. Eligible Veterans may be eligible to receive 30 days of respite care per year. Read the full story
VA To Hold 2015 Small Business Engagement in Pittsburgh
The Department of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with other federal agencies and partners, will sponsor the 5th annual National Veterans Small Business Engagement, November 17–19, 2015, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA.
One Story of Millions Who Have Borne the Battle
From a body bag to a black belt. After being hit by a rocket-propelled grenade, Anthony Smith was presumed dead and placed in a body bag. Today, after 100 surgeries, he has a martial arts black belt. Read the full story
Planning for Getting Older: Is it Ever Too Early?
Over half of America’s Veterans are over 65. It’s estimated 70% of them will eventually need long term care. Have you and your family made any plans? Here’s what one Veteran did … and you can too. Read the full story
