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New Innovations on Marketplace
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Are you working on an innovation that’s making a difference at VA? Submit a nomination for the innovation to be included on the Diffusion Marketplace.
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NOMINATE
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Notable Suicide Prevention Innovations
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FEATURED INNOVATION
Veteran Outreach Into the Community to Expand Social Support: Veterans Socials
Veterans Socials acts as an upstream suicide prevention tool by bolstering social support systems and equipping Veteran communities with the knowledge and resources necessary to address mental health concerns and support Veterans in their own community, while simultaneously reducing stigma associated with help-seeking.
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41 adoptions with 115 Veterans Socials events occurring across 22 states
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75% of participants reported meeting with other attendees for social activities outside of Veterans Socials events
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During the month of October, Veteran Socials across the nation will be doing Buddy Checks in honor of National Buddy Check Week from October 21-25. Anyone interested in starting a Veteran Social can learn more and download the quick start guide here. |
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COPD CARE
VA’s Office of Rural Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Office of Rural Health featured Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Coordinated Access to Reduce Exacerbations (COPD CARE) during their Rural Health Webinar on August 14.
VIRTUAL VA MOBILE CRISIS RESPONSE SYMPOSIUM
Veterans Mobile Evaluation Team (VMET) and the Veterans Response Team (VRT) are effective tools for VA facilities to enhance access to mental health care for Veterans in crisis. On August 14, more than 150 VA clinicians, leaders, and police from across VA learned about how to implement the two programs. Learn more about implementing a mobile response team by attending one of the virtual VA Mobile Crisis Response Symposiums on September 12, or October 8.
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VHA SHARK TANK FINALISTS ARE HERE!
Diffusion of Excellence is thrilled to announce the 2024 VHA Shark Tank Competition finalist practices! View the full list of this year’s finalists on Diffusion Marketplace. Finalists will pitch their innovations at 2024 VHA Innovation Experience (iEX) in October.
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REGISTER FOR 2024 VHA INNOVATION EXPERIENCE
VHA's Office of Healthcare Innovation and Learning (VHA OHIL) will host 2024 iEX in Chicago, IL October 29-30, 2024. “Collaborate for Change” as you experience two days of speakers, panel discussions, presentations, breakout sessions, and an all-new exhibit hall format.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR VISN 21 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE CONFERENCE
VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21) will be hosting Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference November 7-8. Learn about emerging technologies, digital innovation, AI in health care, and more.
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10TH VHA NATIONAL CPC AWARDS CEREMONY AND PARTNERSHIP SHOWCASE
In August, the National Center for Healthcare Advancement and Partnerships celebrated VHA National Community Partnership Challenge’s (CPC’s) tenth anniversary with the inaugural VHA Partnership Showcase. The winners of the 2024 CPC Diamond Award, including VA Central California HCS, VA North Florida/South Georgia HCS, and VA San Diego HCS have demonstrated excellence in collaboration, innovation, and impact.
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VA LEAF NOMINATED FOR FEDSCOOP 50 – INNOVATION OF THE YEAR AWARD
Voting is now open for the 2024 FedScoop 50 Awards!
FedScoop 50 Innovation of the Year Award celebrates cutting-edge, innovative applications of technology. VA Light Electronic Action Framework (LEAF), a previous VHA Shark Tank winning practice, was selected as a nominee. To vote for LEAF, visit the award page, scroll down to Innovation of the Year, and click on VA LEAF to submit your vote by September 16.
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VA QUERI TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
VA’s Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI)’s Designing for Dissemination, Implementation, and Sustainability Learning Hub is offering virtual training for VA staff interested in disseminating and implementing evidence-based programs across clinical settings and Veteran populations. Learn more and apply on their webpage.
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 VA IMMERSIVE
VA Immersive recently highlighted the latest virtual reality technology therapy for Veterans at the 2024 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) National Convention in Phoenix.
AGE-FRIENDLY
Read a recent article published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society about the impacts of the Age-Friendly Health System in a VA skilled nursing facility.
VA SUICIDE PREVENTION
Check out an upcoming event related to Suicide Prevention—The Global Exchange Conference which will occur October 6-9 in Florida.
Marketplace communities showcase how VA leaders and disciplines are transforming Veteran care. Explore community pages to discover up-and-coming innovations, resources, and opportunities.
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