VA benefits in wake of Hurricane Irma; Veteran's life changed through golf tourney

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What you need know about VA benefits in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma

VA’s VAntage Point blog has the latest information on hurricane impact to VA facilities and services. Those impacted by Hurricane Harvey or Hurricane Irma can find information regarding their benefits.

Veteran’s life changed by VA’s National Disabled Veterans TEE Tournament

Army Veteran Homer Hudnall Jr. lost his right leg in a motorcycle accident. At first, he thought his life was over. But he discovered the therapeutic value of adaptive sports and he hasn’t looked back.

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VETERAN OF THE WEEK

This week we honor Army Veteran Craig J. Miller.

Craig served in the Army from 1990 to 1994. Years after his military service, Craig joined the Secret Service in 2000. Based in Virginia, Craig was on temporary assignment in New York on September 11, 2001.

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