Of the 160,000 American Indian/Alaska Native Veterans, 41% of those service-connected Veterans are screened for some cancers at lower rates than other groups.
Jacob Schwartz says volunteering at Alaska VA was a great way to give back to those who gave so much for his freedoms.
From Jan. 23-25, 2024, the Veterans Experience Action Center threw open its virtual doors to 258 Alaska Veterans.
More than 4,000 American Indian/Alaska Native Veterans have been approved for the copayment exemption and we're here to help you apply for yours, too.
Eligible Veterans seeking copayment exemption must submit official tribal documentation to begin receiving this new benefit.
Nurse travels to geriatric Veterans’ homes to provide care and is also the American Indian/Alaska Native Special Emphasis program manager.
VA joins the Departments of Justice and Interior on a joint task force focused on raising awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran William Morris Hoge, who designed the Army’s first obstacle course and oversaw construction of the Alaska Highway.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Larry Stubblefield, who went on to work for the U.S. Small Business Administration.
In the depths of winter, a warm front of hope swept through Delaware and Southern New Jersey, not with the changing climate but through the dedicated efforts of all who supported VA’s Veterans Experience Action Center, or VEAC. From Dec. 12-14, a virtual VEAC event became a nexus of support, serving 228 Veterans with dedication and respect.
This year, Veterans Day ceremonies recognized by VA will be held in 66 communities throughout 34 states and the District of Columbia to honor the nation's veterans.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Aaron Fairbairn, who served in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom.