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VA Improves the Veteran Experience with Contact Centers
VA's contact centers have moved to the cloud to boost resilience of critical Veteran-facing platforms, cut costs, and drive exceptional service to Veterans.
Veterans find hope and healing on the slopes as Winter Sports Clinic kicks off in Colorado
Nearly 400 Veterans from across the country have gathered in Snowmass Village for the 39th Annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. This premier adaptive rehabilitation event, co-presented by VA and Disabled American Veterans (DAV), continues through April 5.
Apply to host VA-recognized 2025 Regional Veterans Day Observances
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) invites cities, towns, and non-profit groups across the country to join us in showing appreciation for Veterans by applying to hold VA-recognized regional Veterans Day observances.
The 2025 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting entries for the 2025 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Submissions are due by 11:59 p.m. (EDT) on May 2, 2025.
VA Secretary Doug Collins Welcomes Employees Back to In-Person Work
Secretary Doug Collins announces VA’s shift to in-person work, ensuring a smooth transition while prioritizing service to Veterans.

The VA Health and Benefits mobile app puts your VA health and benefit information and resources at your fingertips — anywhere, anytime! For your security, the app requires you to enter the same login credentials you use for VA.gov.

Centenarian Veterans honored at Maui PACT Act event
Veterans at event offered health screenings, diabetic foot checks, vaccines, blood pressure checks, VA benefits and PACT Act registration.
How a Vietnam Veteran benefited from the PACT Act
82-year-old Army Veteran Wendell Bell was 30% service connected disabled and unaware of what he was eligible for under the PACT Act.
VA leads the way in exposure-informed care
As of July 2024, VA has approved more than 1.1 million claims made through the PACT Act. VA leads the way in exposure-informed care.
Veterans receive support and benefits at PACT Act event
Hundreds of Veterans attended an event aimed at providing support and assistance through the VA PACT Act.
The PACT Act: 2024 Expanded Health Care Eligibility toolkit
VA has prepared this PACT Act Stakeholder Toolkit for you to use and share information about VA’s expansion of health care eligibility for Veterans.

Veteran finds purpose with immersive technology
April 19, 2025

Thanks to group virtual reality and immersive technology sessions, Veteran Dennis Wagner has found purpose and community after his wife’s passing.
VA doctor receives Patriot Award
April 18, 2025

The Patriot Award recognizes employers who provide flexible schedules, time off for deployment and family care for service members.
Live Whole Health #268: Play ball!
April 17, 2025

Today is a great day to play ball and do some yoga! Take 10 minutes to enjoy a full-body yoga routine on a fitness ball.
Be vigilant of scammers targeting SMC benefits, Purple Heart recipients
April 17, 2025

The increased financial compensation associated with SMC benefits and the visibility of Purple Heart recipients can attract scammers looking to exploit Veterans.
Join VFW’s exclusive gaming league for Veterans
April 16, 2025

VFW’s Combat Tested Gaming tournaments bring together Veterans, active duty personnel and the gaming world.
Empowering caregivers through connection and peer support
April 16, 2025

Caregiving can be a deeply rewarding journey, but it also can be overwhelming and isolating. That’s why support and connection can make all the difference.