Learn how the Veterans Health Administration is delivering health care to victims of Traumatic Brain Injury and read how we are working to improve the treatment of America’s Veterans. March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Read the full story
Veterans Connecting with Veterans
MaketheConnection.net — a website that lets Veterans and their families connect with the experiences of other Veterans and connects them with resources to help confront the challenges of transitioning from service. Read the full story
Playing it Safe
VA is training young residents — tomorrow’s doctors — that it’s OK to report their mistakes and even their ‘near misses.’ At VA, mistakes are regarded as teachable moments. Read the full story
Direct Deposit Now Available for Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA) Recipients
DEA recipients can now sign up to have their benefits delivered via direct deposit. Click on the title of this feed for more information.
VA’s New Mantra: Treat the Patient, Not the Disease
In fulfilling its responsibility to provide the best care for every Veteran, VA is moving away from problem-based disease care toward something very different: patient-centered care based on relationships. Read the full story
300 Vet Centers are Here for Vets Who Served in Combat Zones
Veterans who served in any combat zone can find support at one of 300 Vet Centers, including counseling, outreach, and referral services that can help you make a satisfying post-war readjustment to civilian life. Read the full story
VA Offers Marriage Retreats for Returning Vets
The Department of Veterans Affairs is now offering marriage retreats to help returning Veterans heal themselves, and their relationships. Research shows that 70 percent of combat Veterans are experiencing marital problems. Read the full story
VA Committed to Ending Veteran Homelessness in Five Years
The Department of Veterans Affairs is determined to end Veteran homelessness in five years. A 12 per cent decrease in homeless Vets in 2010 is a good sign the program is working. Read the full story
Vets in Crisis Get a Chance, Not a Cell
Veterans Treatment Courts were developed to avoid unnecessary incarceration of OEF/OIF Veterans who develop mental health or substance abuse problems. Vets charged with non-violent crimes are eligible. Read the full story
A Week to Salute Veteran Patients!
This is “National Salute to Veteran Patients” week when you can visit your local VA Medical Center and meet America’s Veterans and thank them for the sacrifices they have made. Read the full story
