Vietnam vet talks Agent Orange and a brotherhood among fellow veterans
In 1968, Rodger “Jim” Lammons had two choices: he could join the military, or he could wait and be drafted. He chose the former, not knowing the effects Agent Orange…
This non-profit pairs war veterans with Gold Star kids
Perry Yee knew there was a way he could help his fellow veterans but wasn’t sure how. There are plenty of charities and programs out there that claim to help veterans with issues like PTSD, anxiety, loneliness and isolation, and the sometimes diffi…
6 ways to support homeless veterans
The men and women who serve our country deserve our gratitude and our support, but historically they’ve received a whole lot less. Many veterans in recent decades have struggled to make a smooth return to civilian life, and the programs available t…
#VeteranOfTheDay Army veteran Helen Girardi Veshosky
During Women’s History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Helen Girardi Veshosky, who served as a nurse during World War II. Helen Veshosky was born in 1919 in Williamson, West…
Here’s how to register for a free, virtual event for veterans using telehealth, sponsored by VA and USAA
VA Office of Connected Care to share solutions to enable veterans to receive the care they need SAN ANTONIO – USAA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will host…
Green Beret Foundation announces historic accreditation by Veterans Affairs
The Green Beret Foundation is the premiere benevolent organization dedicated to the Special Forces soldiers and their families. The organization is now poised to do even more thanks to its…
Helping Veterans with therapeutic exercise and holistic interventions
Kinesiotherapy (KT) is a rehab profession that provides therapeutic exercise and holistic interventions to improve well-being and functional abilities. It has been used to help Veterans on an ongoing basis…
Moving again? VA offers military spouses job security, peace of mind
Passion for serving Veterans. Support from colleagues. Opportunities to learn and advance in a career. For VA newbies Nicole Locker and Jennifer McFarland, these are among the most appealing aspects…
MIGHTY 25: Meet Pamela Powers, Air Force veteran and first female Deputy Secretary of the VA
Retired Air Force Colonel Pamela Powers planned to enjoy retirement as she transitioned out of military service in 2018. But life had other plans for her – like becoming the…
VA and PGA bring golf to disabled Veterans
You don’t have to play like Arnold Palmer or Jack Nicklaus to appreciate a round of golf. Veterans of all ages with many types of disabilities can enjoy playing the…