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Technology that will help VA schedule community care appointments faster is up and running at all VA facilities. In 2026, VA is expanding its use so Veterans can more easily choose the health care they’ve earned.

TEAM USA - SECVA AT THE PARALYMPICS

VA Secretary Collins cheered on Team USA at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games. Team USA continues to show the world what resilience and strength looks like. VA is proud to fuel that spirit through our adaptive sports programs.

7 WAYS VETERANS CAN PROTECT THEMSELVES FROM SOCIAL SECURITY SCAMS

New VSAFE info - protect yourself from fraud and know what to do if your Social Security information is compromised. 

VA RESOURCES, WE'RE HERE FOR YOU.

• For any questions or requests,1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) is always the right number.
• Veterans Crisis Line: 988 and press 1 , Chat, or Text 838255
• Vet Centers: 1-877-927-8387
• Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat
• Ask VA
• Schedule a 1-on-1 Appointment with a VA Benefits Expert
• Find a VA facility near you

For non-urgent questions, you can reach VA using the VA Health & Benefits App or MyHealtheVet secure messaging to schedule an appointment, refill prescriptions, and access your medical records.

Want a short recap of VA's latest news?  Check this YouTube short out and learn about VA's disability claim backlog reduction, VA restoring second amendment rights to Veterans, and how VA is speeding up survivor benefits. 

CUSTOM ADAPTIVE DEVICES BUILT FOR VETERANS - AT NO COST

Project S.E.R.V.E. has partnered with injured Veterans and emergency responders to design and build one-of-a-kind adaptive solutions. Whether it can make everyday life easier or help a Veteran return to a sport or hobby, Project S.E.R.V.E. can help.

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS

Save 20% on Gatorz sunglasses—Veteran-owned, American-made, and trusted by elite military. Lifetime warranty included!

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DISCLAIMER: THE SHARING OF ANY NON-VA INFORMATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT OF PRODUCTS OR SERVICES ON THE PART OF THE VA.

If you are having thoughts of suicide, call 988, then PRESS 1 or visit http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.

Please remember the only secure way to ask personal questions is at VA.gov/contact-us/.

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