A team of VA researchers from VHA developed universal, reusable Personal Protective Equipment Powered called the Air Purifying Respirator.
While helping Veterans receive care outside VA increases their access to health care services, it could also lead to coordination problems. Some concern exists that Veterans receiving care from more than one source could result in fragmented care and poor clinical outcomes.
Challenge America Veteran Arts Community, CAVARTS.org, offers an inclusive community where Veterans with an interest in the arts can support each other.
Community Emergency Care Reporting process changes improve efficiency, timeliness and security for Vets and providers. Easier to notify VA when Veteran receives emergency care at community provider.
VA’s Community Care Network helps Veteran amputee receive the care needed to become a competitive athlete. Marine Veteran Richard Alcaraz’ new outlook on life: “It made me feel like I had a purpose again.”
Army Veteran sent a letter to the St. Cloud VA hospital director. “This clinic is an excellent choice for VA’s Community Care Network of providers and if asked, I'll refer them with good marks.”
VA customer service personnel assisted a Veteran who was incorrectly charged $500 by a community provider for care. After misunderstandings, she received a call from a VA provider relations specialist.
VA care scored better than community care in overall provider rating, communication and coordination in a new study of Veteran experiences.
The Western New York Community Veterans Engagement Board works diligently to improve the lives of Veterans in the Buffalo, New York, area.
Parade organizers and community members showed their appreciation of VA employees. Employees' hard work and commitment to serving America’s heroes has not gone unnoticed.
Supporting providers who serve Veterans with suicide prevention resources with VA's Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program.
VA is eliminating the star ratings system starting in 2020. Veterans need to be able to compare VA facilities with other local facilities where they live, not other VA hospitals across the country.










