As the principal advisor to the Secretary on issues that affect women Veterans, representing us during the MyVA transformation is one of my top priorities, along with leading the Center for Women Veterans’ mission and activities.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Patricia Ann Franks. Patricia served in Navy Women’s Reserve (WAVES) from 1946 to 1953.
Her military service began as an enlisted WAAC Auxiliary (Private) in 1943, and continued until she retired in 1961 as a lieutenant colonel. She continued serving in retirement, supporting community, Army and veterans, and church activities.
The second annual “Brain Trust: Pathways to InnoVAtion” event hosted by VA marked a moment on the calendar when partners from private industry, academia and government, all of whom are seeking to affect change in Veteran care and brain health, come together to discuss important policy decisions, propose new ideas, and share stories that inspire us.
In previous eras, women Veterans were less likely to self-identify as Veterans and may not have applied for all the benefits they earned through their service.
The Center for Women Veterans and VA Mental Health Services will partner during April to share how VA is engaging new voices and standing together to empower military sexual trauma survivors.
Concerts, Valentines, and a lot of Americans saying Thank You…all part of VA’s National Salute to Veteran Patients. Along with a chance for you to learn how you can volunteer to help our heroes.
Marine and Air Force Veteran Jack A. Phillips was decorated by President Johnson and served as an aid to the deputy commander in chief before retiring and finding passion in treasure hunting.
The first step to treating service-related migraine is to visit a neurologist or headache specialist to rule out complications from a prior injury or the existence of another condition.
On Tuesday, Feb. 14, Dr. David J. Shulkin was sworn in as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
VA has been aggressively undertaking new measures to prevent suicide among all Veterans and has also taken steps to bolster physical and mental health services for women Veterans.
The eMentor program connects organizations seeking hire Veterans with women Veterans seeking help with attaining their professional goals.