Veterans leave the military with discipline, leadership, resilience and a deep commitment to service. But when the uniform comes off, many wonder, “What’s next?” For many, the answer can be found in coaching – on the court, on the court, on the track or on the sidelines. Soldiers on the side helps veterans, service members, […]
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From application tips to insight into the day-to-day workings of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Talk About It Tuesday (TAIT) is back to help viewers learn more about the VA and how to better navigate the federal hiring process. Hosted by VA National Recruiter Mike Owens, TAIT invites job seekers like you to explore […]
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Terrence “Terry” Munoz hasn’t competed in powerlifting in over 20 years. Life brought injuries, retirement, family, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and two bouts with cancer. However, when he found out about Golden Age National Veterans Gamesone thought kept coming back to him: “I think I have one more meeting left.” Power above the bar At […]
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On the Navajo Nation, VA interns are closing the gap to care For rural veterans living on or near Navajo Nation reservations, seeking care often meant hours on the road. Such distances present a serious barrier, especially for elderly or disabled veterans. In rural New Mexico, VA interns are working to fill that gap, bringing […]
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The Independent Living Community brings VA support closer to the veteran and caregiver Community Residential Care helps veterans who cannot safely live on their own, but who also do not need a nursing home, by allowing them to live in an environment where they can maintain their independence and receive 24/7 assistance when needed. That […]
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Vets4Warriors and Concerned For A Veteran (WAV) are partnering to support veterans and their loved ones through the Key into Care initiative, giving away 250 free Key into Care packages in honor of America’s 250th anniversary and to help prevent veteran suicides involving firearms. This innovative package offers a new way to approach the safe […]
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The VA Office of Research and Development recently announced three News Briefs highlighting new findings on the Prescribing Safety Initiative, the treatment of sexual trauma and dementia. VA Initiative Reduces Harmful Prescription Combinations Antiplatelet drugs such as low-dose aspirin are often prescribed to patients who are also taking direct oral anticoagulants, increasing the risk of […]
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Four ways to help veterans stay safe in the summer heat Summer heat can be dangerous for anyone, but for veterans experiencing homelessness, especially those living unprotected outdoors, extreme temperatures can quickly become life-threatening. Prolonged hours in direct sunlight, walking long distances to access services, and sleeping in tents or vehicles that retain heat increase […]
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Editor’s Note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publication. Most job postings close 7-30 days after posting. Sharing of non-VA information does not constitute VA endorsement of products or services. Veterans should check with the organization offering the opportunity for all information. Every week we receive job postings […]
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Have you ever heard someone say, “use it or lose it?” This basically means that if you don’t use your skills or abilities, they start to wither away – just like a plant wilts if you forget to water it. Think about it If you learn a new language but stop practicing, your brain can […]
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