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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs sent this bulletin at 08/24/2022 04:00 PM EDT

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New feature “Engagements” on Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM)
08/24/2022 03:30 PM EDT

NCA invites family, friends, volunteers, and loved ones on the National Day of Service to visit its Veterans Legacy Memorial to post photos and tributes.
#VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Francis Stuart Low
08/24/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Francis Stuart Low VOD
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Four-Star Adm. Francis Stuart Low, a Veteran of both World Wars and a decorated submariner.
Women’s Equality Day Aug. 26: Remembering Deborah Sampson
08/24/2022 10:00 AM EDT

Woman in uniform sitting on door stoop; Women's Equality Day
Deborah Sampson disguised herself as a man to fight in the revolutionary war. VA celebrates Sampson on Women’s Equality Day, Aug. 26.
Daily Schedule – August 24th
08/24/2022 09:28 AM EDT

Secretary McDonough has no scheduled activities today.
CaringBridge celebrates 25 years of caring
08/23/2022 04:00 PM EDT

Army Veteran Jeff Edwards and his family for CaringBridge
CaringBridge, a free online tool to communicate health news to family and friends, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Find our recruiters at these September events
08/23/2022 02:00 PM EDT

Two VA recruiters at one of the many events we attend.
Our recruiters will attend events with the U.S. Psych Congress, the American Association of Family Physicians and CareerMD in September. Come join us!
#VeteranOfTheDay U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran David C. Schilling
08/23/2022 11:30 AM EDT

U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran David C. Schilling is today’s Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran David C. Schilling, who served as an aviator during World War II.
Improvements to Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry
08/23/2022 09:50 AM EDT

Man looking at Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry page on laptop
VA is making several changes to the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry to expand eligibility and make it easier to use.
Daily Schedule – August 23rd
08/23/2022 09:17 AM EDT

Secretary McDonough will participate in meetings and briefings at VA’s Central Office throughout the day.
PTSD Bytes #15: PTSD and alcohol
08/23/2022 08:00 AM EDT

PTSD Bytes graphic, alcohol use
In this episode of PTSD Bytes, host Pearl McGee-Vincent discusses alcohol use and PTSD with Dr. Monica Roy and Dr. Marika Solhan.
Live Whole Health #134: Seated Tai Chi basic moves
08/22/2022 04:00 PM EDT

Seated Tai Chi moves
Balance. Inner peace. Physical and emotional health. These are some of the possible benefits of a regular Tai Chi practice.
#VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Robert Roland Ingram
08/22/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Navy Veteran Robert Roland Ingram is today’s Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Robert Roland Ingram, who was awarded a Medal of Honor for his service as a corpsman during the Vietnam War.
9/11 survivor 900,000th Veteran in Million Veteran Program
08/22/2022 10:00 AM EDT

Greg Amira is the 900,000th member of the Million Veteran Program
Greg Amira, Purple Heart Iraq Veteran and 9/11 survivor, became the 900,000th Veteran to join the Million Veteran Program.
Daily Schedule – August 22nd
08/22/2022 09:14 AM EDT

Secretary McDonough will participate in meetings and briefings at VA’s Central Office throughout the day.
From Afghan pilot to Afghan refugee to taking flight again
08/22/2022 09:00 AM EDT

Afghan pilot back in the air
Shahpur Pazhman flew Black Hawk missions in 27 of Afghanistan’s 34 provinces, resupplying and relocating Afghan ground forces and evacuating casualties to safety. Thanks to Bridge My Return, he's back in the air.
Virtual reality meets creative arts therapy
08/21/2022 04:00 PM EDT

Cartoon drawing of woman using virtual reality device for creative arts therapy
Creative arts therapies provide personalized opportunities for Veterans’ reintegration, adaptation, improved coping, and general wellness.
#VeteranOfTheDay Marine Veteran Holland McTyeire “Howlin’ Mad” Smith
08/21/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Marine Veteran Holland McTyeire “Howlin’ Mad” Smith is today’s Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Veteran Holland McTyeire “Howlin’ Mad” Smith, who served during WWI.
Youth volunteer distributes smart devices to Veterans
08/20/2022 04:00 PM EDT

Two volunteers with cart of smart devices
18-year-old volunteer co-founded TeleHealth Access for Seniors, nonprofit organization that supports seniors’ access to virtual health care through smart phones.
#VeteranOfTheDay Women’s Army Corps Veteran Grace F. Thorpe
08/20/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Women’s Army Corps Veteran Grace F. Thorpe is today’s Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Women’s Army Corps Veteran Grace Frances Thorpe, who led recruiting efforts during World War II.
#VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Corps Veteran Daniel Crowley
08/19/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Army Air Corps Veteran Daniel Crowley is today’s Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Air Corps Veteran Daniel Crowley, who served in the Pacific during World War II and was taken as a prisoner of war (POW) by the Japanese.
Dear fellow Caregivers: A Veteran’s wife’s story
08/19/2022 10:00 AM EDT

Dear Fellow Caregivers banner with wax seal and cord on envelope
Dear Fellow Caregivers: A wife shares her story of caring for her husband and how the Caregiver Support Program helped her along the way.
Daily Schedule – August 19th
08/19/2022 09:11 AM EDT

Secretary McDonough will participate in virtual meetings and briefings from his residence throughout the day.
Be vigilant of PACT Act scammers
08/18/2022 02:00 PM EDT

Scammers are targeting Veterans for PACT Act benefits
On August 10, President Biden signed the PACT Act into law. This bill will help millions of Veterans and their survivors, but scammers are now targeting them for their PACT Act benefits.
#VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran William B. Colgan
08/18/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Air Force Veteran William B. Colgan is Today's Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Air Force Veteran William B. Colgan, a Veteran of World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam.
VA supports Veterans who have Type 2 diabetes
08/18/2022 10:00 AM EDT

Veteran checking diabetes information on cell phone
VA has partnered with digital health provider Virta Health to support Veterans with Type 2 diabetes in new ways.
America250: Army Veteran Bruce Crandall
08/18/2022 09:00 AM EDT

This week’s America250 salute is Army Veteran Bruce Crandall, who a helicopter pilot who rescued 70 wounded soldiers during the Battle of Ia Drang in Vietnam.
This week’s America250 salute is Army Veteran Bruce Crandall, who a helicopter pilot who rescued 70 wounded soldiers during the Battle of Ia Drang in Vietnam.
Daily Schedule – August 18th
08/18/2022 08:47 AM EDT

Secretary McDonough will participate in virtual meetings and briefings from his residence throughout the day.
#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran David Haskell Hackworth
08/17/2022 11:30 AM EDT

Army Veteran David Haskell Hackworth is today’s Veteran of the Day.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran David Haskell Hackworth, who served as an operations officer during the Vietnam War.
Kidney care expands with clinical resource hub
08/17/2022 10:00 AM EDT

Man reading kidney information on a phone in his truck
VA Clinical Resource Hubs cover technology and resource gaps affecting Veterans’ access to specialized care, such as kidney care, nationwide.
Veterans leather competition now accepting submissions
08/17/2022 09:00 AM EDT

leather craft tools
The Veterans Celebrating Autumn Leather Crafting Competition is accepting competition submissions now through Sept. 22.