Tag: Top Ten

The Combat Call Center is a confidential hotline staffed by combat Veterans—and their spouses—from all eras.

A friend of mine called and said: We should try to find ways to advance ourselves with our allies and even our perceived enemies by sharing our knowledge of prosthetics.

I was searching the internet the other day and came across a story online about a group collecting money for homeless Veterans outside a shopping center.

VA’s Health Services Research & Development Service recently launched a Webpage designed for the Veteran community.

The "70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor – Wednesday, Dec. 7 – comes as another new generation of service men and women return home from the war in Iraq, where US troops will exit by the end of the month.

Today marks the 70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Japanese assault that launched America into World War II.

The National Cemetery Administration will host a series of commemorative events highlighting the historical heritage of more than half of its’ national cemeteries that were created during the American Civil War.

Two VT columnists, one from America and one from Pakistan exchanged ideas, concepts and concerns. This posting reflects questions and answers that are important to both of our countries.

VA takes heat for suicide prevention struggles. The Department of Veterans Affairs is sincerely trying to prevent suicides among veterans, but it's just not succeeding, according to military advocates.

Looking to head back to school? Visit VA’s GI Bill page to apply for benefits online, browse frequently asked questions, and read a guide for choosing the right school for you.

December 1 is World AIDS Day. View VA's HIV/AIDS homepage to learn facts about the disease, signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to get tested at your local VA facility.

Forget about Occupy Wall Street. My readers and other Veteran Advocates nationwide say "Occupy HUD" and ask How many Iraqi or Afghanistan Combat Wounded Veterans Live in HUD Subsidized or Disability Housing?

With thousands of service men and women returning from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan," the US Small Business Administration (SBA) is "welcoming them home with programs and initiatives to help them start, grow and expand their businesses.

VA is implementing a telephone support program to help spouses of returning Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans after a pilot telephone support program showed significant reduction in stress for the spouses.

Challenging the belief that osteoarthritis is a result mainly of wear and tear on the joints, VA researchers have provided new insights into the immune-system changes that may trigger cartilage breakdown. Learn more

As my readers already know, I volunteer once a month for the Veterans Hotline. This is a two-hour commitment and I will be "On Station" from 5am to 7am, the third Monday of each month.

The Senate will vote next week on whether to extend the Social Security payroll tax cut that is set to expire at the end of the year, President Obama said Tuesday, although Republican opposition seems likely to doom it.

A new Veterans nonprofit, "Veterans Workshop" has begun their nationwide recruitment for Volunteers who can assist with answering calls from American Veterans via a new Veterans911 hot-line.

American Legion National Commander Fang A. Wong says he is 'profoundly disappointed' that the bipartisan Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction (the so-called 'supercommittee') failed to reach an agreement to cut $1.2 trillion from the federal budget over the next decade.

"The formula is simple and it's reduced to four words every kid in the world knows: Tell me a story. It's that easy."-Don Hewitt. What follows are three Thanksgiving stories and every word is true.

Veterans in the Denver area can expect a new medical center in 2015. A brand new facility will be constructed, which will include a Spinal Cord Injury Center. The new facility will serve 82,700 Veterans.

Wall Street Journal In September, the FDA issued a warning about the drug causing several serious infections in Florida, and later that month the US Department of Veterans Affairs stopped using it for AMD pending an investigation into safety.

VA for Vets, an outstanding new program to help Veterans find appropriate careers at the Department of Veterans Affairs, officially launched on Veterans Day.

Make the Connection helps Veterans recognize they are not alone in their experience. Learn how other Vets have overcome challenges, reached positive outcomes for treatment and recovery, and found paths to fulfilling lives. Read more at VAntage Point.

From the challenge of coming home to the issue of jobs, on Veterans Day, Secretary Shinseki is talking about how important Veterans are to America--and how important it is to leverage their skills.

SDVOB's are struggling to gain traction with Procurement officers is one of the most common statements that owners of SDVOB's share with me.

Veterans! Here’s your Top 10 News stories of the day compiled from the latest sources We encourage you to browse our list so that you can take what you want and keep what you need

Over 100,000 Veteran employees at VA work to provide services to their fellow Veterans. In honor of Veterans Day, we collected over 1,500 photos of employees in uniform. Take a look!

Last week we asked the Honorable Shawn L.S. Donovan, Secretary of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development of HUD, the following question "Where has the HUD Veteran Resource Center (HUDVET) been hiding during our nations housing crisis?"

How to Help Vets after Veterans Day Veterans Day is celebrated just once a year, but there’s a lot you can do to support Veterans year round. Learn more from one Veteran and VA employee at VAntage Point.

The Continental Marines were the Marine Force of the American Colonies during the American Revolutionary War.

The Department of Labor (DOL) has a "Homeless Veterans Reintegration Project" that is operated out of the office of the Assistant Secretary of Veterans Employment and Training.

The week of Veterans Day is a great time to connect with VA through social media. Learn the latest from the Department by “liking” us on Facebook and following us on Twitter. And be sure to connect with your local facility, too!

Veterans! Here’s your Top 10 News stories of the day compiled from the latest sources. We encourage you to browse our list so that you can take what you want and keep what you need.

I know people who work at HUD, one of the largest federal agencies in the country. HUD of course deals in housing, but also in homelessness.

As the population of female Veterans continues to grow, it's important to realize the unique challenges they face. Listen to their stories of service in their own words

Military suicides have increased since the start of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, according to a study conducted by the Center for a New American Security.

A veteran commits suicide every 80 minutes, according to a study published Monday.

Did you know that November is National Family Caregiver Month? VA is honoring our partners in caring for those “who have borne the battle” by encouraging every VA employee to identify and recognize Family Caregivers at their facility.

Veterans from across the country recently gathered in Arkansas for The National Veterans Creative Arts Festival, where they exhibited original artwork and performed a variety of musical and stage acts.

The Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Coach smartphone application, jointly developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD), is being honored today as one of seven recipients of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman’s Awards for Advancements in Accessibility.

On October 25, Secretary Shinseki was on hand to help dedicate the newest Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center in San Antonio. The $66 million facility will offer inpatient and outpatient care to Veterans and servicemembers who have suffered multiple injuries.