Use this outreach kit to help Veterans get the health care benefits they’ve earned

Many Veterans are eligible for life-changing health care benefits, but they may not know how to get them. So, we’ve created flyers, social media graphics, radio/audio clips, and copy/paste content to make getting the word out quick and easy. Please share this information with your networks, family and friends.

Even if a Veteran doesn’t need care now, they may tomorrow. Getting signed up for VA health care is easy and starts a life-long health care team relations

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What can VA health care do for you?

VA health is a comprehensive health care provider. Veterans may be eligible for free or low-cost health care.

  • From preventative to specialty care—no one knows Veterans better.
  • No forms to fill out for appointments! Just show your ID.
  • VA reimburses eligible Veterans for travel costs!
  • Veterans Transportation Service provides easy and reliable transportation to VA approved health care appointments. 
  • Be seen in your community if VA care is too far or not available.
  • Emotional, psychological and whole health care is available.
  • No insurance checks. What your doctor prescribes is what you get.
  • Vision care for eligible Veterans: contacts and glasses may be prescribed and provided.
  • Dental care is available for eligible Veterans.
  • Prescriptions are filled during your appointment or mailed to you. Easy refill options.
  • Access to 4,000+ urgent care locations nationwide.
  • Supplement your private health care—use both!
  • VA Health & Benefits App for easy scheduling and prescriptions!

Three easy ways to get care now:

Choosing VA means getting everything you need in one spot. Come see why 90% of patients said they trust VA for their health care. Even if you don’t need this care today, you may need it tomorrow, or the next day, or 30 years from now. And once you’re in, you have access for life.

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Full Health Care Coverage

Did you know VA is a one-stop shop? VA provides all types of specialty medical care needed. From Urology to Cardiology. From Physical therapy to same day surgeries. Choosing VA means getting everything you need in one spot without the hassle of driving to multiple locations or the confusion of disconnected health care offices.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

Preventative care

Getting annual exams and recommended preventative services such as blood work and check-ups is an important part of staying healthy. Your VA primary care physician will put you on a customized health care plan designed for you! Which preventive services are recommended for you depends on your age, sex, health status and family history.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

No forms

When you check-in and out of VA health care appointments, you’ll see that paper forms are a thing of the past. Just show your VA health card and that’s it. You can even check-in with your phone. We’re here to meet Veterans’ health demands while making it the friendliest care you can get.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

Travel Pay

Get paid for traveling to your VA appointment! Veterans who qualify get reimbursed for their travel miles to and from VA approved health care appointments.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

Mental Health Support

More than 1.7 million Veterans received mental health services at VA last year. Our services range from peer support and groups with other Veterans to counseling, therapy, or a combination. Our goal is to help you take charge of your treatment and live a full and meaningful life. You aren’t alone and we’re here for you if you need us.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

Veterans Canteen Service

Veterans Canteen Service offers great deals exclusive to Veterans. These retail stores and cafés across the country give Veterans a chance to relax, have a snack, meal or coffee, or take advantage of discounted and tax-free products in their convenience-style stores. These canteens are located within VA medical centers so you can stop in before or after an appointment. Another great feature of VA health care.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

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vision care services

Vision Care

Did you know VA health care includes vision? If you have VA health care benefits, we’ll cover your routine eye exams, prescribe you glasses if needed, and provide preventive vision testing to check for things like glaucoma.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

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pharmacy and medications

Pharmacy & Prescriptions

VA Pharmacies offer a broad range of services and are committed to delivering Veterans personalized, proactive, patient-driven health care.

Prescriptions, for eligible Veterans, have a range of co-pay levels, from free to $5, $8, or $11 co-pays for 30-days or less of prescriptions depending on your eligibility group.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

supplement private insurance
supplement private insurance

Supplement Private Insurance

Did you know that you can supplement your VA health care with your own health coverage? If you have other forms of health care coverage (like a private insurance plan), you can use VA health care benefits along with these plans. Learn more about how VA works with other health insurance.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

dental services
dental services

Dental

VA also provides dental services to eligible Veterans at more than 200 dental clinics across the country.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

Urgent care
urgent care

Urgent Care

Have VA health care but don’t need to use the ER? VA offers urgent care services to eligible Veterans at private in‑network urgent care clinics. Use VA’s urgent care benefit to treat minor injuries and illnesses that are not life-threatening, such as colds, strep throat, sprained muscles, and skin and ear infections. With 4,000 to choose from nationwide, there’s probably one around the corner. Just show your Veteran Health ID Card. Easy!

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

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telehealth services

Telehealth

Meet with VA providers virtually from the comfort of your home using your computer or mobile device. In some cases, VA may even provide you with the equipment needed to access telehealth options.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411).

Newsletter Content

Veterans have a choice when it comes to where they get their health care. Because of your service you are likely eligible for VA health care. When you sign up for VA care you join the largest integrated health care system in our nation with access to experts who understand the Veteran population and their service-connected health issues.

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What does VA health care do for you?

Veterans have a unique choice when it comes to where they get their health care. Because of your service you are eligible to apply for VA health care. When you sign up for VA care, you join the largest integrated health care system in our nation with access to experts who understand the Veteran population and service-connected health issues.

Nearly 9 million Veterans get their health care at more than 1,200 VA locations across the country. Most Veterans receive cost-free health care services at VA, including regular checkups with their primary care provider and appointments with specialists (like cardiologists, gynecologists, and mental health providers). You can also access Veterans health care services like home health and geriatric (elder) care, and you can get medical equipment, prosthetics and prescriptions.

Last year, VA delivered more than 116 million health care appointments to Veterans, and 90% say they trust VA to deliver their care. You can hear many of their stories and why they choose to get their care at VA.

Each Veteran’s medical benefits package is unique. Yours will include care and services to help:

  • Treat illnesses and injuries,
  • Prevent future health problems,
  • Improve your ability to function,
  • And enhance your quality of life.

All Veterans receive coverage for most care and services, and some will qualify for added benefits like dental care.

Additionally, women Veterans can receive primary care, breast and cervical cancer screenings, prenatal care, maternity care coverage and other gender-specific services.

Eligible Veterans—and their family members—may visit VA’s many community-based Vet Centers, which provide no-cost counseling, outreach and referral services to help the whole family adjust to life after deployment. Learn more about eligibility for Vet Center Services.

Sign up for VA health care at https://www.va.gov/health-care/ or call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) with any questions.

Choosing VA means getting everything you need in one spot. Come see why 90% of patients said they trust VA for their health care. 

Even if you don’t need this care today, you may need it tomorrow, or the next day, or 30 years from now. And once you’re in, you have access for life.

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8 Comments

  1. Anita Boockholdt December 20, 2023 at 23:19

    Thanks to VA RN,Doctors, Therapy,who are caring for my husband who has dementia,and alot of illness..

  2. Mrs. John Macak December 20, 2023 at 23:16

    The Tool Kit is an uplifting idea for communicating with hard-to-reach Veterans. Seems to me.

    This material makes it sound so easy, when actually it can be a very wearing process. But any and all support on behalf of our Service People is a debt our country and all citizens should be honored to give back to. And I say this because simplified down, these special ones, have earned the right to be Americas’ children. So yes, let’s all support any efforts on behalf of all our Veterans’. Let’s all spoil them for a change.

    The VA has made their own beds with just how much they truly care but it is never too late to do better. Right?!

  3. Jennifer December 20, 2023 at 10:14

    This article needs to be reformatted as an actual toolkit so that it makes more sense on how to use what! This is horrible.

  4. David December 15, 2023 at 09:43

    Good to know if need it and I definitely need it.

    Thanks.

  5. Pamela A Mettee December 15, 2023 at 09:15

    Thank You for taking care of my husband so well. I was with him before his military service- We married when he returned 54 Yrs. Ago. It has been a Roller Coaster our whole marriage! I still love him more than ever! THANK YOU FOR YOUR CARING!

  6. Steve W December 15, 2023 at 03:47

    This is not the right venue for this type of information, nor is the information detailed enough to answer the questions that will arise.

  7. Roger McDaniels December 14, 2023 at 16:46

    How do I know I’m eligible for dental care ?

    • David Helper December 21, 2023 at 19:32

      Basically 100% disabled.

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