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  • Virtual reality helps Veteran find his happy place

    Virtual reality helps Veteran find his happy place

    Army Veteran Steven Krawczyk served has used both in-person and virtual reality guided meditation to manage his PTSD and find his happy place.

  • Veteran finds purpose with immersive technology

    Veteran finds purpose with immersive technology

    Thanks to group virtual reality and immersive technology sessions, Veteran Dennis Wagner has found purpose and community after his wife’s passing.

  • Bringing virtual war memorials to Veterans

    Bringing virtual war memorials to Veterans

    Headsets come preloaded with the Honor Everywhere program, allowing Veterans to virtually immerse themselves in iconic war memorials.

  • Using virtual reality at home

    Using virtual reality at home

    Gulf Coast VA has established a standardized Virtual Reality Home Use program.

  • Connecting Veterans in the virtual world with technology

    Connecting Veterans in the virtual world with technology

    Gulf Coast VA is one of VA medical centers participating in a groundbreaking initiative that uses technology to foster connection.

  • Veteran and VA provider and the future of virtual reality

    Veteran and VA provider and the future of virtual reality

    Barry Peterson shares his experience as a VA virtual reality provider and user and how it helps him connect with other Veterans.

  • Veterans at Indianapolis VA thrive with virtual reality group sessions

    Veterans at Indianapolis VA thrive with virtual reality group sessions

    Veterans share how virtual reality group sessions have helped their mental health, pain and mindfulness.

  • Immersive technology keeps Veteran on his feet

    Immersive technology keeps Veteran on his feet

    Veteran Jeff Cook has experienced the power of immersive technology and is telling his story in hopes of helping other Veterans.

  • How a VA virtual reality headset changed a Veteran’s life 

    How a VA virtual reality headset changed a Veteran’s life 

    Gary Ruc shares how virtual reality provided hope post-combat injury and is a physical and mental support tool for fellow Veterans.

  • Houston VA virtual reality grant program

    Houston VA virtual reality grant program

    Dr. Mackenzie Shanahan’s project enhances treatment of Veterans with irritable bowel syndrome using virtual reality.

  • Virtual reality is Veteran’s path to recovery

    Virtual reality is Veteran’s path to recovery

    Army Veteran Joshua Maloney uses virtual reality exposure to aid in PTSD and alcohol addiction recovery

  • Virtual reality technology improves Veteran care

    Virtual reality technology improves Veteran care

    A Veteran diagnosed with multiple sclerosis stays active using virtual reality technology at Central Iowa VA.

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Last updated November 17, 2011

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