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RECORD VA CEMETERY FUNDING

VA has awarded a record $106.5 million to expand, build and maintain Veterans cemeteries across the country. Find out where the FY26 funding is going—and how it will bring dignified burial options closer to more Veterans and their families.

TRANSPORTATION CAREERS

Ready for your next mission? VA sits down with Department of Transportation (DOT) leadership to discuss how Veterans can put their skills to work in transportation careers—from aviation and trucking to maritime and beyond.

CONTACTS THROUGH VA?

Does VA provide contact lenses or just glasses? The SITREP explains when VA may provide medically necessary contacts and introduces PatriotVision, a separate purchasing option for Veterans, their families, and caregivers.

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

• Apply for Pre-Need burial eligibility at a VA national cemetery or Call the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117 (TTY: 711) and select option 4.

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

VET THE VOTE

Already a poll worker? Let Vet the Vote know and put your service on the map!

SEE YOUR HEALTH PATTERNS

Track your health, spot patterns, and connect with people who understand. PatternMD is a free, private app built for Veterans—no referral needed.

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS

Veterans Day means extra savings for Veterans!  Check out these savings and thank you for your service!

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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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