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Veterans find hope and healing on the slopes as Winter Sports Clinic kicks off in Colorado
Nearly 400 Veterans from across the country have gathered in Snowmass Village for the 39th Annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. This premier adaptive rehabilitation event, co-presented by VA and Disabled American Veterans (DAV), continues through April 5.
Apply to host VA-recognized 2025 Regional Veterans Day Observances
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) invites cities, towns, and non-profit groups across the country to join us in showing appreciation for Veterans by applying to hold VA-recognized regional Veterans Day observances.
The 2025 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting entries for the 2025 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Submissions are due by 11:59 p.m. (EDT) on May 2, 2025.
VA Secretary Doug Collins Welcomes Employees Back to In-Person Work
Secretary Doug Collins announces VA’s shift to in-person work, ensuring a smooth transition while prioritizing service to Veterans.
VA Secretary Doug Collins Highlights Accomplishments in First 30 Days
Secretary Collins touts accomplishments in Trump’s first 30 days, including eliminating DEI, revising the flag policy, and reallocating over $100 million.

The VA Health and Benefits mobile app puts your VA health and benefit information and resources at your fingertips — anywhere, anytime! For your security, the app requires you to enter the same login credentials you use for VA.gov.

Centenarian Veterans honored at Maui PACT Act event
Veterans at event offered health screenings, diabetic foot checks, vaccines, blood pressure checks, VA benefits and PACT Act registration.
How a Vietnam Veteran benefited from the PACT Act
82-year-old Army Veteran Wendell Bell was 30% service connected disabled and unaware of what he was eligible for under the PACT Act.
VA leads the way in exposure-informed care
As of July 2024, VA has approved more than 1.1 million claims made through the PACT Act. VA leads the way in exposure-informed care.
Veterans receive support and benefits at PACT Act event
Hundreds of Veterans attended an event aimed at providing support and assistance through the VA PACT Act.
The PACT Act: 2024 Expanded Health Care Eligibility toolkit
VA has prepared this PACT Act Stakeholder Toolkit for you to use and share information about VA’s expansion of health care eligibility for Veterans.

Disaster assistance and resources for Veterans
October 8, 2024

In the wake of a disaster, here are some resources available to Veterans and their families.
Have your buddy’s six: Know your role in preventing Veteran suicide
April 4, 2025

Veteran was trained to collaborate with fellow Airmen. Having his buddy’s six was important, and still is.
Veterans Ready: Preparing for tornadoes and spring storms
April 3, 2025

It’s essential for Veterans to take action and prepare for tornados and spring storms while staying informed.
Army Veteran redefines the story of resilience
April 2, 2025

Army Veteran Jeffery Williams' journey is a testament to resilience, perseverance and the power of innovation in transforming lives.
VetServe 2025: Join VA in National Day of Service, April 23
April 2, 2025

VetServe is a celebration of service and a call-to-action to encourage Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors to serve in their community.
Find scholarships for Veterans at Scholarship America
April 1, 2025

Scholarship America administers scholarships for students attending vocational school, two-year colleges, and four-year colleges and universities.
Preventing suicide among women Veterans
April 1, 2025

VA’s latest data shows a decrease in the suicide rate among women Veterans, but more effective interventions and support systems are needed.