Whole Health

VA’s shift to a Whole Health system of care changes the conversation from “What is the matter with you?” to “What matters to you?”

Using a whole health approach, Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel and THRIVE help Veterans toward improved health, resiliency and redefined passions.

Whole health is about what matters to you most in your life, and it empowers you to take charge and live the life that you want!

Eastern Oklahoma VA steps out to improve Veterans’ health with Whole Health Veterans Week Walk. Bringing awareness of the impact of obesity on Veterans’ health.

VA’s Whole Health involves more than just physical health care. VA’s Office of Rural Health Rural Veterans brings Whole Health initiatives to rural Veterans.

Veteran Army paratrooper Eric Sifford, 60, lived with back pain for years until his Whole Health treatment with acupuncture.

Innovation Revolutionary Sheila Johnson is providing new care alternatives, including a tranquility garden, for Veterans who need mental health care.

Navy Veteran Tammy D'Alesandro shares her life-changing experience participating in VA’s Whole Health program. “This program saved my life.”

His mechanic job in Vietnam took its toll on his back. He used morphine until VA suggested acupuncture. Today, he feels like a new man.

Two Veterans want to spread the word about how Whole Health has changed their view of VA health care and also their lives.

MOVE! is a weight management and health promotion program designed to improve the lives of Veterans like this Marine and Vietnam War Veteran.

A caregiver for an Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran shares her journey in the Campaign for Inclusive Care and VA’s Caregiver Support Program.