NEW Easy VA Travel Claims, VA Health Care Eligibility, Win $500 Shopping Spree

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Are You Eligible for VA Health Care?

Watch this episode of theSITREP and learn the easiest way to determine if a Veteran qualifies for VA health care, by use of VA's list of priority groups.

WATCH

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Simpler VA Travel Claims Right from Your Phone

It's easy to submit mileage-only travel reimbursement claims with the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. Submit claims in minutes, track status and skip the paper forms. Learn more in VA News.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR TRAVEL CLAIM

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Four Veterans who are small business owners.

Top Three Franchise Industries for Veterans

Apply for Vetrepreneur's free 10-step, 10-week franchise coaching that helps Veterans make an informed decision about owning a franchise.

APPLY NOW

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Reducing Suicide Risk for Rural Veterans

Rural Veterans are at higher risk of suicide. Use these tools from VA that can create safer environments and help prevent a crisis.

REDUCE THE RISK

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Tailor Your VA Job Search on USAJOBS

Learn how to customize your job search on USAJOBS to find positions at VA that are the right match for you.

GET THE TIPS

September is National Recovery Month

Hear Veterans share how prioritizing mental health and opening up about their experiences helped them become healthier versions of themselves.

WATCH THEIR STORIES

Upcoming Events

There are hundreds of free events for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the weekly outreach events calendar for all upcoming events, including:

Online: Women Veterans - Taking Charge of My Life and Health - Sept. 2 - 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. CT

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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week

Employers are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in "Hiring Veterans" on VA News. Check out this week's list of over 86 jobs and seven career fairs and one small business event, including:

Online: G.I. Jobs Job Fair – Aug 28, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CT

FIND YOUR NEXT JOB

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. Download and share these resources to help raise awareness, and prevent and respond to overdose.

Check on Your Veteran Buddy!

By taking the VA S.A.V.E. Training you will develop a general understanding of the problem of suicide in the United States; understand how to identify a Veteran who may be at risk for suicide; and what to do if you identify a Veteran at risk.

TAKE THE FREE TRAINING

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