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WORKING TO END VETERAN HOMELESSNESS

Last year, more than 50,000 Veterans were moved to permanent housing. VA Secretary Collins shares how VA is not looking to address Veteran homelessness for a moment, but looking to fix it for a lifetime. No Veteran should be homeless in the country they fought to defend. 

Learn what VA is doing at the West L.A. campus.

Learn more about VA homeless programs.

MODERNIZING VA FACILIITIES

Veterans deserve better than 70-year old facilities. VA Secretary Collins shares how VA is modernizing facilities with upgraded operating rooms, more patient capacity, and safer, more reliable infrastructure to improve the Veteran experience.

EASIER PATHWAY TO CDL

If you’re a Veteran interested in commercial driving, VA is making it easier to use G.I. Bill benefits for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training, helping to shorten the path into one of the country’s most in-demand fields. Learn how the Dole Act streamlined CDL program approval process.

VA RESOURCES

• 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.

VA HOME LOANS AFTER HARDSHIP

Did you know that bankruptcy or foreclosure does not automatically end your ability to use a VA Home Loan? Learn more about your options, protections, and how to use your VA loan again.

CALLING WOMEN VETERANS

The Center for Women Veterans is traveling across the United States bringing women Veterans together to connect, enroll in VA, share resources, and strengthen the women Veterans community. They are aiming to enroll 1 million women Veterans and will host five regional summits.  Join them at their first stop in the Southwest from July 24 – 25, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. 

Find more women Veteran health care events across the nation.

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS

Veterans can now enjoy PatriotBrew coffee at Veterans Canteen Service (VCS), now available at nearly 30% savings compared to other coffee shops. This fan favorite blend is waiting for you during your next appointment at a VA Medical Center. Or find your local VCS and drop by anytime.

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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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