Submitted by Chas. Ames. Supporting The Troops That Support US; Happy Veterans Day! Veterans Benefits Guide now available in both print and digital formats New “Ask VA” portal allows anyone to contact VA securely Experience live events through Vet Tix with friends and family VA solicits input on access standards and standards for quality VA […]
Supporting The Troops That Support US; Happy Veterans Day!
Our trusty American businesses support American active duty and veterans with these specials. Call to be sure the offer is available or possible stipulations. Be prepared to show proof and pay for extras such as taxes (and tip!) Starbucks: free 12-oz cup of coffee to active duty and veterans, and military spouses. Little Caesars: free […]
Vet Clinic, Oct ’21
Submitted by Chas. Ames. Veterans, Gold Star Families get free entrance to national parks, refuges, other public lands VBA urgently seeks Veterans Service Representatives Veterans Treatment Courts offer Veterans who have become involved with the justice system a way to turn their lives around Four ways VA makes it easy to head back to school […]
Vet Clinic, Sep ’21
Submitted by Chas. Ames. Afghanistan: Resources available for PTSD View your VA disability ratings Enhanced pension benefits can help eligible wartime Veterans, surviving spouses increase income VA expands rental support, increasing housing options for Veterans Veteran Orientation Express increases understanding and enhances the Veteran experience Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance RH Information and Premium Rates Am I […]
Vet Clinic, Aug ’21
What are your feelings as the Taliban reclaim Afghanistan after 20 years of US involvement? Mobile Apps – PTSD: National Center for PTSD VA Secretary appoints new Veterans Law Judges to adjudicate more appeals for Veterans VA announces new options to help Veterans avoid foreclosure Patriot Boot Camp Partners with Berkeley College to help the […]
SCAM; Phishing scheme targets unemployment insurance benefits and PII
“Have you gotten an alarming text message about your unemployment insurance benefits from what seems to be your state workforce agency? You’re not alone. Identity thieves are targeting millions of people nationwide with scam phishing texts aimed at stealing personal information, unemployment benefits, or both.” Learn more at the FTC website.
Vet Clinic, Jul ’21
VA Secretary Denis McDonough statement on department’s extension of moratoriums on foreclosures and evictions, as well as new mortgage repayment assistance to help stabilize vulnerable householdshttps://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5685 Due to multiple military service-related injuries, this husband and wife, both of whom are veterans, received assistance from VFWhttps://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/latest-releases/archives/2021/6/unmet-needs-helps-couple-get-back-on-track Opioid Overdose Rescue a first-aid kit must havehttps://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/90817/opioid-overdose-rescue-first-aid-kit-must/ Iraq War […]
Vet Clinic, Jun ’21
Need a video-capable device or internet connection for VA Telehealth? https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/89911/need-video-capable-device-internet-connection-va-telehealth/ Mobius delivers first of 50 IBots to VA to determine how machines may help Veterans. https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5680 VA partner Salesforce helps Air Force Veteran. https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/88909/va-partner-salesforce-helps-air-force-veteran/ WSDOT folio regarding contract opportunities for veteran-owned businesses. https://wsdot.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2020/04/27/SR520-folio-Veterans-Diversity-Inclusion.pdf Program assists Veterans with visual impairment. https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/89608/program-assists-veterans-visual-impairment/ Three Agent Orange Conditions […]
Vet Clinic, May ’21
VA offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations nationwide – https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5668 Veteran discounts available year round – https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/85765/veteran-discounts-available-year-round/ Online group therapy keeps Veterans connected – https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/86788/online-group-therapy-keeps-veterans-connected/ Veterans with chronic pain are replacing opioid pain medications – https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/87384/veterans-chronic-pain-replacing-opioid-pain-medications/ Guitars for Vets offers lessons, guitar for Veterans – https://blogs.va.gov/VAntage/87182/guitars-vets-offers-lessons-guitar-veterans/ Nominate a WWII vet to take a Dream Flight – https://dreamflights.org/individual-flight-request/ […]