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Veterans’ trust in VA hits record high: A promising trend for our heroes
Overall trust in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has reached an all-time high. In the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, 82% of Veterans who used VA services — including health care, benefits, burials and memorials — reported that they trust VA to fulfill the nation’s commitment to them.
What’s different this time: Why VA is confident in and accelerating deployments of the Federal EHR
The Federal EHR, VA's long-awaited, long-doubted health care transformation, is finally happening.
Modernizing VA home loans
VA is enhancing the VA Home Loan program with cutting-edge technologies, making it easier and more efficient for our Veterans to achieve the American Dream of homeownership.
VA: Health and Benefits app adds new Certificate of Eligibility enhancements
With the latest update to the VA: Health and Benefits mobile app, viewing the latest Certificate of Eligibility has never been more convenient.
Introducing the Claim Assist Portal: A new, easier way to respond to VA claim requests
VA is making it easier than ever to keep your claim on track. With the new Claim Assist Portal, you’ll have a faster, more convenient way to respond when additional information is needed.

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.

The power of a trusted voice in helping homeless Veterans
May 12, 2026

For Veterans who are homeless, encouragement from family and friends can make all the difference in helping them get the support they need.
Sixteen soldiers receive honorable burial at Omaha National Cemetery
May 12, 2026

Last week, the Omaha National Cemetery interred the remains of 16 World War II soldiers.
Live Whole Health #317: Moving your body to “feel good!”
May 11, 2026

James Brown was right when he said, “The one thing that can solve most of our problems is dancing.” Moving your body is good for your Whole Health and you don’t even have to get out of your chair!
Talk About It Tuesday returns on LinkedIn Live
May 11, 2026

As we gear up Nurses Week at VA, we’re thrilled to announce the return of our signature broadcast, “Talk About It Tuesday” (TAIT).
Mental health research at VA’s Million Veteran Program
May 11, 2026

VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is helping improve mental health research for Veterans.
Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026

This post includes links to job listings for the week of May 11, 2026. We will continue to post relevant listings as we receive them.

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