Be Vigilant of Scammers Targeting Veteran Benefits
Veterans who receive higher compensation with Special Monthly Compensation (SMC), Purple Heart recipients, Veterans receiving income-based pension or survivors’ pension, and those receiving specially adapted housing (SAH) benefits are frequently targeted by bad actors.
The increased financial compensation associated with SMC benefits and the visibility of Purple Heart recipients can attract scammers looking to exploit Veterans. These scams range from identity theft and fraudulent investment schemes to fraudulent financial services charging unnecessary ...
Building a New Future for Veterans with Parkinson’s! Using Legos to Build Communities
Veterans with Parkinson’s disease can receive a wide range of care and services from VA, including comprehensive medical services to specialized treatments, physical therapy and support for their caregivers. For one group of Veterans at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System, their Parkinson’s care includes a regular check-in to see what they’ve built with their latest Lego set.
Legos help Veterans build both artistic communities and communities of support
“We started this about a year ago,” said Clinical Nurse Coordinator Jessica Kaplan. “I always ...
Live Whole Health #268: Play ball!
When was the last time you played with a ball? (Other than a stress ball.) Doing yoga on an exercise ball will probably reduce your stress much more than that worn out stress ball!
When was the last time you played with a ball? (Other than a stress ball.) Doing yoga on an exercise ball will probably reduce your stress much more than that worn out stress ball!
According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, “There are many benefits of yoga. Studies have suggested possible benefits of yoga for several aspects of wellness, including ...
Event: U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Women Veterans Community Support Forum – March 28, 2025
The Center for Women Veterans (CWV) will host the VA Women Veterans Community Support Forum. The forum will be an opportunity to exchange information on VA benefits, services, and initiatives as well as to discuss with community partners how to connect Servicemembers, Veterans, caregivers, survivors and family members to VA and community resources.
Notable Invited Speakers (tentative): Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Congresswoman Jennifer Kiggans, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs – The Honorable Douglas A. Collins
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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 ...
Stopping breast cancer is more than just wearing pink
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S — 1,200 Veterans in VA care are diagnosed each year. Regular breast self-exams, clinical breast exams, and mammograms are vital.
At VA, breast cancer awareness is more than wearing pink ribbons. It’s about empowering individuals, especially Veterans and their caregivers, with the knowledge and resources to take charge of their health, know their risk factors and support those facing the diagnosis from treatment through recovery.
Take Army Veteran Michelle Terwilliger, a nurse practitioner ...
FRIENDLY REMINDER TO REGISTER! MILITARY WOMEN, VETERAN WOMEN, FAMILY, AND FRIENDS – MARCH 23, 2024
There is still time for your family to register through Ticketmaster or at the box office at the day of the event.
For Ticketmaster tickets for your family and friends, click on this link
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/19005F75AF3914BB
MILITARY AND VETERAN WOMEN - THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER! REGISTRATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL MARCH 20, 2024 FOR YOUR COMPLIMENTARY TICKET.
For the complimentary tickets for our military and veteran women, click on the link.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXEmj6aMmQoMZuNzVZe8blbbx4b1iECTwzGdPphpKVXkc9tA...
Military and Veteran Women Ceremony and Concert – Don’t forget to register for your free ticket! Family, Friends Welcome!!!!!
Attached is the press release for the Ceremony and Concert to honor our Military and Veteran Women!
Please forward to your friends and neighbors.
Below are the links to the registration.
TICKETS:
→ General Admission: $15
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/19005F75AF3914BB
→ Military & Veteran Women, we're gifting you a FREE ticket
when you register here NLT March 9th:
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeXEmj6aMmQoM.../viewform
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