Life Sustaining Treatment Orders let Veterans tell their families their wishes for care at the end of life. Have these conversations in non-crisis times when patients have decision-making capacity.
Serena Parmar has volunteered more than 400 hours over four years at Columbia VA. The Knights of Columbus recognized her as VA Youth Volunteer of the Year 2020.
VA nurse Deniece Anderson learned many Veteran patients had no families or no contact with them. She decided to help with a meal and a few gifts. “Veterans Without Families” is now an annual event.
Hampton VA Medical Center in Virginia is proud to announce the celebration of its 150th Anniversary (1870 – 2020). It was established Dec. 14, 1870. It was one of the original Old Soldiers' Homes.
VA teamed up with the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) to encourage men (and their families) to better understand prostate cancer risk and taking proactive measures to protect their health.
Adjusting to change can be stressful at any point in life, even more so during these challenging times. Moving Forward is a free, anonymous resource that can help you take on challenges step-by-step.
An Arkansas community has been incredibly supportive this holiday season by giving to Veterans who receive their care at Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Dr. Brenda Pence, VA clinical psychologist, has been named VA Video Connect Distinguished Leader. “I’m honored… but a lot of people have helped me along the way. I had to learn the ropes too.”
VA social workers offer tips for Veterans and their caregivers to stay well. Many people are struggling with guilt about missing family gatherings. Allow yourself to realize this is a challenging time.
Practicing self-massage is not only safe, it is a good way to release tension that can cause headaches and contribute to grumpy moods.
VHA Innovation Ecosystem collaborated with Veteran non-profit Challenge America on a series of five COVID-19 Maker Challenge events that brought innovators from across the country together.
Smoking harms the lungs, heart, and nearly every organ in the body. Veterans have many options to receive tobacco cessation treatment without leaving home. Print this blog for you or your Veteran.