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Go plant-based this summer – VA News

Enjoy juicy BBQ tempeh “ribs” with a sustainable twist Fire up the grill and your health this summer! Choosing delicious plant-based food can help reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Vegetarian dishes they are full of flavor and perfect for celebrations. At your next cookout, try grilling salty tempeh instead of the […]

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Live Whole Health #325: Give yourself a lift with guided imagery

Think of your body as one of those Macy’s Day balloons, but instead of helium your body is filled with stress, anger, pain and general misery. Sometimes you feel like you’re going to burst! Now imagine that same outline and shape, but instead you can fill it with a sense of peace, security, contentment, and […]

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Serving up competition and connection at the Golden Age Games

Whether it was playing table tennis at the local Boys & Girls Clubs in his hometown of Hampton, Virginia, or basketball games at the community center, David Hill was never one to shy away from keeping score. That lifelong competitive spirit led him to compete at the 2026 Golden Age National Veterans Games in events […]

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Make history with us: Join VA’s Million Veteran Program

Help improve health outcomes for veterans The Million Veterans Program (MVP) is a historical effort: the world’s largest health research program linked to the health system and the first program of its kind to have a million participants. MVP participants are an important part of this history. Let’s make history together You can make a […]

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Continuing to serve: Veterans can find purpose through coaching

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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Talk About It Tuesday offers insights, advice to job seekers 

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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Air Force Veteran returns to the Golden Age Games with strength, faith and fight

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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Bridging the distance: Bringing care closer to home for rural Veterans

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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VA community residential care brings Veteran peace of mind

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 WAV launch “Key into Care” campaign

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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