Veteran News
Prepare for VA’s removal of DS Logon
If you don’t have a Login.gov or ID.me account, we encourage you to create one soon to make sure you’re ready for the change. Thank you for helping us reduce sign-in options and continue to protect your—and all Veterans’—information and benefits from scammers.
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Community Legal Services of Arizona – May 21, 2005 – Tempe Envision Center
Clear Your Path to a Brighter Future!
Community Legal Services of Arizona is holding a Set Aside & Sealing Clinic, where they are helping individuals in our community clear past convictions and build a better future
Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 9 AM - 5 PM
Location: Tempe Envision Center, 1310 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281
Services Offered:
· Certificate of Second Chance
· Restoration of Rights
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Avoid the Seasonal CRUD! Get Your Free Vaccine at VA or Retail Pharmacies
Respiratory illness season is approaching. Vaccines can help protect from flu, RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus), COVID-19, and pneumococcal pneumonia. These vaccines are available free of charge to Veterans receiving care at VA. To locate a VA medical facility, in-network urgent care or retail pharmacy near you, use the VA locator.
As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, respiratory illness season is approaching. This time of year is not just about pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters. It’s time to think about protecting ourselves from getting sick. ...
Join the Caregiver Support Program this October
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out October's schedule below.
Join October’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Extinguishing the Fire: Managing Anger’s Destructive Potential. Caregiving has its challenges and managing your anger is vital for your well-being as a caregiver. Please note, calls will be held on the following dates and times:
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More service members eligible for benefits after VA amends character of discharge barriers
VA is implementing a new regulation regarding character of discharge determinations, allowing more former service members to become eligible for VA benefits, regardless of their military discharge. Generally, to receive VA benefits and services, a former service member’s character of discharge must be under other than dishonorable conditions (e.g., honorable, under honorable conditions, or general). However, while VA cannot change the discharge status provided by the Department of Defense, VA is required to make a determination on eligibility for VA benefits for all ...
SAVE THE DATE — Back this Spring! — Building Spiritual Strength for Veterans, Service Members and VA Healthcare Workers
Dear Beloved Veterans, Service Members and VA Healthcare Workers --
We are pleased to announce our 5th year of offering Building Spiritual Strength for Veterans, Service Members and VA Healthcare Workers this Spring. BSS is an 8-week program via Zoom for participants to provide a place to find ways to be at peace, especially in these turbulent times, and an is integrated group process designed to support one another to explore one's spirituality in a safe, non-judgmental, ecumenical manner. The program is FREE.
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Caregiver Support Program
Launches a Hands-Only CPR Training for Caregivers CPR Training Taking Place
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is on a mission to empower caregivers, raising awareness and equipping them with essential lifesaving skills in the form of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). In collaboration with the American Red Cross, CSP created a Hands-Only CPR training video, which can be seen here and is also available on CSP’s national website.
The significance of CPR training cannot be overstated, as the 2023 Heart Disease and Stroke Statist...
VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION UPDATE: MILITARY EXPOSURES
VA released the winter 2023 issue of the online newsletter Military Exposures & Your Health. This issue includes the following articles:
Version 2.0 of Exposure Ed Mobile App Now Available
The Complex Exposure Threats Center
Military environmental exposure training for providers
Read the newsletter at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/publications/military-exposures/meyh-11/index.asp.
Memorial Day 2023 Message from the VA National Cemetery Administration,
Honoring our fallen heroes is an obligation we must always fulfill, especially on Memorial Day weekend. This is a very important time for us at the National Cemetery Administration, and we could not do what we do without your support.
I invite you to attend one of the Memorial Day ceremonies we are holding at more than 130 of our national cemeteries throughout this weekend. These solemn events include wreath-laying, speeches of remembrance, the playing of Taps, and tributes to the fallen.
Please take a moment to watch my Memorial Day video ...
Invite your caregiver to your next video visit
Many Veterans feel comfortable when their family member or caregiver is present at their VA appointment. They may offer support in a time of need or provide helpful insight for your VA provider. Now, you can have the same assistance at your video telehealth appointments by inviting up to five family members or caregivers to join you. Just ask about the Caregiver Connect option when scheduling your video visit. See more information below.
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