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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.
Do you qualify for additional VA education benefits?
VA is making it easier for eligible Veterans to learn about their education and training entitlement under the Supreme Court's 2024 Rudisill decision.
2026 Regional Veterans Day Observance applications now open
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee have opened applications for cities, towns and non-profits to host official Veterans Day Regional Sites.

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 torch and the baton: Passing the legacy of service from mother to daughter
March 11, 2026

For Women's History Month, we share one family's multi-generational story of service and a legacy of care.
Celebrating March as National Nutrition Month
March 11, 2026

The theme for this year’s National Nutrition Month, “Discover the Power of Nutrition,” highlights how nutrition has the power to help individuals and communities thrive.
How to avoid tax scams: Know your tax preparer
March 11, 2026

Follow these tips to avoid being scammed this tax season. You should know how to recognize scams when working with tax preparers.
Bring your empathy and expertise to VA as a social worker
March 10, 2026

VA is hiring qualified, compassionate social workers to serve our Veterans across the VA continuum of care. Keep reading to learn more about the impact you’ll have as a VA social worker and the benefits of a VA career.
Custom adaptive devices built for Veterans, at no cost
March 10, 2026

Project S.E.R.V.E. has partnered with injured Veterans and emergency responders to design and build one-of-a-kind adaptive solutions.
Taking steps to stop a common cancer
March 10, 2026

Colorectal cancer is one of the most diagnosed cancers among Veterans.

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