You can have Multiple Sclerosis with limited mobility and still have passion for the causes that are meaningful to you. Read this story about Army Veteran Brian Pettyjohn who does just that. Read the full story
Roots of VA Health Care Started 150 Years Ago
On March 3, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln signed a law establishing a national soldiers and sailors asylum. Today’s VA evolved from that facility established for Civil War Veterans of the Union Army. Read the full story
81-Year-Old Veteran Chooses Rehab Over Surgery
Korean War Veteran Victor Ferentino, 81, was a runner for 60 years. After a spill in Manhattan he did his research and chose rehab at his VA Physical Therapy clinic over surgery. Read the full story
A Veteran Who Was on Iwo Jima 70 Years Ago Today
This week is the 70th anniversary of the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima. “Woody” Williams, 91, was there and received the Medal of Honor for his courageous action on that memorable day. Read the full story
VA’s Veterans Crisis Line Saves Lives Every Day
We’ve answered more than a million-and-a-half calls from Veterans in crisis. And helped with 45,000 rescues. The Veterans Crisis Line helps prevent suicides by providing immediate crisis intervention. Read the full story
List of Presidents who were Veterans
Do you know how many of our Presidents served in the military? As we celebrate President’s Day, here is a list of Presidents who are Veterans. From George Washington to George Bush. Read the full story
American Sniper Highlights Veterans’ Readjustments
The recent box-office hit American Sniper sheds light on how difficult the transition to civilian life can be. VA has in-person, online and telephone-based services that can help. Read the full story
A Day of Caring and Sharing with America’s Veteran
At VA medical centers across the country, thousands of Americans will express their Valentine’s wishes of love and gratitude to Veteran patients during VA’s annual National Salute to Veteran Patients. Read the full story
Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) has Created a Sustainable Records Management System
Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) has Created a Sustainable Records Management System
The Center for Verification and Evaluation (CVE) has created a sustainable, comprehensive records management system. This system is in accordance and compliance with the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) guidelines, the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the November 28, 2011 Managing Government Records Presidential Memorandum. CVE has implemented the major tenants of the Presidential Memorandum and NARA’s requirements in order to establish a sound records management program which supports the principles of transparency, efficiency and accountability.