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As of June 2022 , there are 5.36 million veterans receiving disability compensation. (cnn.com)
In 2022, 8.4% of our U.S. workforce self-reported as a military veteran, and 7.8% of new hires self-reported as a military veteran. (att.com)

Find the latest Veterans health care news on VA at VAntage Point, the official blog of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (va.gov)
The interviews in the first round of testing were conducted in-person (N=8), in a private office at the office of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC. (cdc.gov)
Investigators speculate that veteran status may mitigate suicide risk given increased provision of disability-related care through the Department of Veterans Affairs, but they acknowledge that more research is needed to confirm this theory. (medscape.com)
The observed buffering effect of veteran status among people with a disability may be reflective of characteristics of disability-related care offered through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)," the authors write. (medscape.com)
Q. Is the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) responsible for my VA federal benefits? (michigan.gov)
A. No. VA benefits are federal benefits provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs over which MVAA has no official connection or jurisdiction. (michigan.gov)
Your father may qualify for Veterans Affairs (VA) health care benefits if he served in active military service and was released under any condition other than dishonorable. (cancercare.org)
Part of the White House's recently announced American Jobs Plan includes $18 billion to upgrade and modernize U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals and clinics. (rand.org)
For Eric Ryan, a Marine Corps veteran and senior director of the office of military and veterans' affairs at University of Phoenix, the job field seemed difficult to understand after he completed his service. (shrm.org)
s processes, face having their very real claims of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or traumatic brain injury (TBI) declined or questioned, and receive sometimes questionable medical treatment at the hands of Veterans Affairs medical centers and hospitals. (lawyersandsettlements.com)
He also worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in field offices and Washington, D.C. before coming to Military.com in 2015. (military.com)
Coronavirus FAQs: What veterans need to know , U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs. (mass.gov)
Any student who is uncertain regarding his or her eligibility for benefits may contact the Department of Veterans Affairs at 888-442-4551. (whitman.edu)
GI Bill is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. goverment website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill . (whitman.edu)
The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs has also published a helpful Guide for Veterans Attending College as a resource on starting the education benefits process. (whitman.edu)
A student's enrollment status is a factor in determining the total amount of funding paid by the Department of Veterans Affairs and we can avoid any overpayment by the VA if you notify us immediately of changes. (whitman.edu)
The Department of Veterans of Affairs will pay only for those courses that advance a student's progression toward a degree and reduce the number of credits needed to graduate. (whitman.edu)
A Veterans Affairs database study of more than 83,000 patients found that men whose low testosterone was restored to normal through gels, patches, or injections had a lower risk of heart attack, stroke, or death from any cause, versus similar men who were not treated. (eurekalert.org)
As a Division of Student Affairs, the Veterans Resource Center assists eligible student Veterans, Active Service persons, Dependents, Reservists, and National Guard Members with state and federal education benefit programs. (sjsu.edu)
San José State University provides enrollment certification to the Department of Veterans Affairs for Veterans and Dependents and accepts the College Fee Waiver for Cal Vet recipients. (sjsu.edu)
We also assist students with their required VA Educational Plan and serve as liaison between the Office of the Registrar and the Department of Veterans Affairs. (sjsu.edu)
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). (sjsu.edu)
The Department of Veterans Affairs runs the hotline, the only national line dedicated to helping veterans in crisis. (npr.org)
The study compared the usual dementia-related health care services provided at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers with an intervention coordinated jointly by the VA and the Alzheimer's Association. (rwjf.org)
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other Federal agencies are also working around the clock to end veteran suicide and veteran homelessness. (whitehouse.gov)
Secretary McDonough issued a zero-tolerance policy and announced that harassment and sexual assault, including sexual harassment and gender-based harassment, will not be tolerated within the Department of Veterans Affairs. (whitehouse.gov)

We provide the Veteran's Administration with certification of enrollment required for veterans and their dependents to obtain educational benefits. (whitman.edu)
The VRC promotes the academic, personal and professional development of student veterans, reservists, members of the National Guard and their dependents through supportive services, resources and community building events. (csun.edu)
Dedicated to being the authoritative information repository for all U.S. Service Members, Veterans, and their Dependents. (guidestar.org)
A free lending library is open for all current Boise State student veterans and dependents to use, regardless of whether you have VA education benefits or not. (boisestate.edu)
The larger the collection, the more veterans and dependents we can help. (boisestate.edu)

The Veterans Health Administration is home to the United States' largest integrated health care system consisting of 172 medical centers. (va.gov)
The Veterans Health Administration is America's largest integrated health care system, providing care at 1,321 health care facilities , including 172 medical centers and 1,138 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics), serving 9 million enrolled Veterans each year. (va.gov)
Representatives from over a third of VA Medical Centers told RAND in 2015 that inadequate physical space negatively impacted TBI care "a lot" or "a fair amount," while over three-quarters reported that creating additional space for patient care was "critically" or "very important" in reducing delays for veterans needing PTSD treatment. (rand.org)

Cite this: Specialized Care May Curb Suicide Risk in Disabled Veterans - Medscape - Oct 24, 2023. (medscape.com)
CALVET 2023/2024: Submit Fee Waiver here (must submit your County Veterans Service Office approval letter and enter your award code in the google form. (sjsu.edu)

This new law expands and extends eligibility for care and benefits for Veterans and survivors related to toxic exposures. (va.gov)
To check for eligibility or learn more about veterans' preference visit USAJOBS page on veterans or the veterans' preference page on fedshirevets.org. (nasa.gov)
FedsHireVets.gov provides detailed information to veterans, transitioning service members and their families, including veterans' preference eligibility, special veteran appointing authorities, and other veteran related topics. (nasa.gov)

Assessments were based on self-reported information and there was no information about disability severity, which may have influenced suicide risk among veterans and nonveterans. (medscape.com)
A new NCHS report describes the prevalence of multiple (two or more) chronic conditions (MCC) among veterans and nonveterans and examines whether differences by veteran status may be explained by differences in sociodemographic composition, smoking behavior, and weight status based on body mass index. (cdc.gov)
A high level of disabilities among Veterans means their long-term care needs are often complex. (cms.gov)
To further investigate hearing loss among veterans, specifically the prevalence of severe hearing impairment (SHI), data from the 2010 Annual Social and Economic Supplement (ASEC) to the Current Population Survey (CPS) were analyzed. (cdc.gov)
This report describes the results of those analyses, which indicated that the prevalence of SHI among veterans was significantly greater than among nonveterans. (cdc.gov)
among veterans who served after September 2001, the prevalence was 3.9% ( Table 1 ). (cdc.gov)
Boersma P, Cohen RA, Zelaya CE, Moy E. Multiple chronic conditions among veterans and nonveterans: United States, 2015-2018. (cdc.gov)

June 1, 1954 - President Dwight Eisenhower signs a bill changing Armistice Day to Veterans Day in order to include all US veterans. (cnn.com)
Veterans Day originated as "Armistice Day" on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary marking the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 making it an annual observance, and it became a national holiday in 1938. (census.gov)

All Credit Suisse employees in the Americas are encouraged to join the AVN-the organization welcomes military family members, partners, spouses, and others who simply support the Veterans. (thedailybeast.com)
We remain steadfast in our efforts to hire veterans and military spouses by offering meaningful employment, career development, and workplace flexibilities. (nasa.gov)
This includes disabled veterans, spouses of disabled veterans, widows/widowers of deceased veterans, and parents of deceased veterans. (nasa.gov)
Bed, Bath and Beyond: 25% Off Entire Purchase for Veterans and Spouses Active military, veterans and their spouses will receive 25% of an entire purchase at all Bed, Bath and Beyond locations from Thurs., Nov. 10 to Sun., Nov. 13. (foxbusiness.com)
Chipotle: Buy One Get One Free (BOGO) Deal From 3 p.m. to close on Veterans Day, all U.S. military, military spouses and veterans get a buy one get one free burrito, bowl, salad or tacos. (foxbusiness.com)
Veteran Wiki is building the information hub that U.S. Military, Veterans, Spouses, and other Dependent family members have needed for decades. (guidestar.org)
And to ensure we continue to meet our sacred obligation to our veteran families, caregivers, and survivors, the First Lady's Joining Forces initiative is helping military spouses find jobs, supporting children of service members in classrooms, and extending physical, mental, and emotional services to families. (whitehouse.gov)

One specific area of need is in improvements to make VA facilities more welcoming to women veterans. (rand.org)
Research by RAND and a 2018 review by the National Academies of Science found that many women veterans perceive the VA as having a "male-oriented" culture, reflected in areas from programming to built environment design that signal to many women veterans they are unwelcome. (rand.org)
These thoughts may prevent many women veterans from seeking lifesaving care. (rand.org)

Employees at the Veterans Crisis Line work to stop suicides by helping veterans in crisis. (npr.org)
Responders at the Veterans Crisis Line work to help veterans through their darkest hours. (npr.org)
As of that publication, the Crisis Line had made approximately 26,000 rescues of actively suicidal veterans. (npr.org)
Rich Barham, left, and Nelson Peck are both veterans working for the Veterans Crisis Line. (npr.org)

In 2019, among adults aged 25-64 years, veterans (11.5%) were less likely than nonveterans (20.1%) to be very worried about their ability to pay their medical bills if they get sick or have an accident. (cdc.gov)
Questions for Jacqueline Lucas, Health Statistician and Lead Author of "Hearing Difficulty, Vision Trouble, and Balance Problems Among Male Veterans and Nonveterans. (cdc.gov)
Among military veterans, the most common service-connected disabilities are hearing impairments ( 2 ), suggesting that occupational noise exposure during military service might cause more veterans to have hearing loss than nonveterans. (cdc.gov)
Veterans were 30% more likely to have SHI than nonveterans after adjusting for age and current occupation, and veterans who served in the United States or overseas during September 2001--March 2010, the era of overseas contingency operations (including Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom), were four times more likely than nonveterans to have SHI. (cdc.gov)
The second, model B, included three categories for the independent variable and was used to compare veterans who served before and after September 2001 with nonveterans separately. (cdc.gov)
The prevalence of SHI increased with age for veterans and nonveterans. (cdc.gov)
Among nonveterans and veterans alike, non-Hispanic blacks reported the lowest SHI prevalence of all racial/ethnic groups and non-Hispanic whites the highest. (cdc.gov)

Servicemembers who wish to, may convert their SGLI to Veterans Group Life VGLI. (military.com)
Resource guide for veterans and servicemembers , Mass. Attorney General, November 2018. (mass.gov)

Q: Why does NCHS conduct studies on U.S. Veterans? (cdc.gov)

In every generation, America's veterans have been willing to give all for that which we hold sacred - freedom, justice, and democracy. (whitehouse.gov)
There are similarities and differences between these countries' Remembrance Day and America's Veterans Day. (conservapedia.com)

The Whitman College Registrar's Office serves as the main contact for all veterans enrolling in the college. (whitman.edu)

The Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance (VMLI) provides mortgage life insurance to severely disabled veterans. (military.com)
Offers $90,000 in mortgage protection insurance to severely disabled veterans who have received grants for Specially-Adapted Housing from VA. (military.com)

Veterans can search to see which benefits they may qualify for. (mass.gov)

The number of military veterans in the United States in 2019. (census.gov)
The percentage of veterans in 2019 who were Black. (census.gov)
The percentage of veterans age 65 and older in 2019. (census.gov)
Here's a detailed profile on the veteran population from the 2019 American Community Survey. (census.gov)

The percentage of veterans in 2018 who were Hispanic. (census.gov)

Explore VA life insurance options for Veterans, service members, and families. (va.gov)
Credit Suisse's support of this important organization is also aligned with the AVN's mission to champion military personnel, veterans and their families. (thedailybeast.com)
Local governments play a key role in ensuring the success of reintegrating today's veterans and caring for their families. (icma.org)
ICMA has been highlighting best practices of cities and counties that have developed exemplary programs to assist veterans and their families and offers a nationwide network of city and county managers to spread the word about these programs. (icma.org)
ICMA is partnering with national, state, and local government organizations to ensure that local governments have the tools needed to reintegrate and care for veterans and their families. (icma.org)
National Resource Directory - The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a resource website that connects wounded warriors, service members, veterans, their families, and caregivers to programs and services that support them. (icma.org)
VA Office of Community Engagement - The mission of the VHA Office of Community Engagement is to serve as a trusted resource and a catalyst for the growth of effective partnerships at the national, state, and community level and as a facilitator/access point for public and private entities interested in partnering with VHA to benefit veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors. (icma.org)
Veterans and their families may also use the VA's online * Ask Us a GI Bill ® Question for answers to questions that others have asked about benefits or to ask your own questions. (whitman.edu)
For more than 100 years, we've supported active military personnel, veterans, and their families to transition into the workforce. (att.com)
NASA values the commitment and service of military veterans and their families. (nasa.gov)
Listed below are online collections of specific interest to veterans, their families and researchers. (archives.gov)
Fulfilling our Nation's promise to our veterans and military families also means ensuring that everyone who serves - no matter their gender identity, sexual orientation, race, or religious background - feels safe and valued in the ranks. (whitehouse.gov)

LARA is proud to be recognized as a Veteran-Friendly Employer committed to military veteran recruitment, training and retention practices. (michigan.gov)

RSVP today to attend this memorable event and receive a special commemorative graduation sash exclusively for Student Veterans. (csun.edu)
Supports GSU student veterans with immediate educational funding needs up to $250. (govst.edu)
Want to join our Student Veterans Association? (govst.edu)

It is possible that VA services could act as a protective factor for suicide-related outcomes for veterans with disabilities by improving access, quality of care, and understanding of their disability context. (medscape.com)
The five-year study, which enrolled 508 veterans and 486 family caregivers, assessed whether the intervention reduced the use and cost of health care services and improved psychosocial outcomes for veterans and their family caregivers. (rwjf.org)

Then-President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day to honor all those who served the country in war or peace. (census.gov)
Smoking and general mortality among U.S. veterans : 1954-1969 / by Eugene Rogot. (who.int)

Aging infrastructure can reduce veterans' access to high-quality health care, negatively affect the morale and effectiveness of VA's health care providers, and impede some eligible veterans from seeking care from VA. In 2015, RAND found that a lack of clinical space and having outdated space was a challenge to optimal functioning. (rand.org)
The Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance (VMLI) program is designed to provide financial protection to cover eligible veterans' home mortgages in the event of death. (military.com)
The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides 36 months of education, training, and OJT benefits to eligible veterans. (military.com)
MGIB provides 36 months of education, training, and OJT benefits to eligible veterans. (military.com)

And find out what you're eligible for as a family member caring for a Veteran with disabilities. (va.gov)
An employment oriented program for veterans with service-connected disabilities that offers services and assistance to help prepare for, find and keep suitable employment. (military.com)
VA pays monthly compensation (tax-free) to veterans for disabilities incurred or aggravated during military service. (military.com)

Testing an intervention for veterans with dementia and their family caregivers. (rwjf.org)
Family caregivers of veterans with dementia face the demands and strains of caring for individuals with complex health care needs, multiple coexisting medical conditions and, often, other social, financial, or emotional problems. (rwjf.org)
Caregivers and veterans who received the intervention had significantly better psychosocial outcomes compared with those who did not. (rwjf.org)

At the same time, with funding from my American Rescue Plan, the VA is on track to permanently house 38,000 homeless veterans this year alone. (whitehouse.gov)

To learn more visit https://www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/opptax/ or the enclosed Fact Sheet on tax credits for hiring veterans. (maine.gov)
For more information, visit https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans/veterans-preference . (nasa.gov)
For more information, visit https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans/special-hiring-authorities . (nasa.gov)

Michigan veterans can qualify for numerous veteran programs and services based on their years of service, character of service, income, disability status, and other criteria. (michigan.gov)
An eligible spouse or other family member buried in a national cemetery, or certain other Veterans or military cemeteries, may also qualify for a headstone or marker to identify the place of burial. (nyc.gov)
Veterans with any compensable service-connected disability, former POWs, Purple Heart recipients, and certain housebound veterans are among those who qualify. (cancercare.org)

Get help planning a burial in a VA national cemetery, order a headstone or other memorial item to honor a Veteran's service, and apply for survivor and dependent benefits. (va.gov)
However, MVAA's Veteran Service Officers are experts on federal benefits and regularly assist Michigan veterans in applying for their federal VA benefits. (michigan.gov)
In addition to meeting with a VSO, veterans are highly encouraged to register for a federal VA eBenefits account which allows virtual access to personal VA benefits earned and used. (michigan.gov)
Michigan veterans should also review the benefits page of the MVAA for Michigan-specific benefits . (michigan.gov)
Current and former members of the Selected Reserve who served on active duty may establish veteran status and may therefore be eligible for VA benefits, depending on the length of active military service and the character of discharge or release. (michigan.gov)
VA burial benefits can help service members, Veterans, and their family members plan and pay for a burial or memorial service in a VA national cemetery. (nyc.gov)
You must be a veteran student whose military benefits have run out to be eligible for this award. (fastweb.com)
Are there tax benefits to hiring veterans? (maine.gov)
Do Veterans Benefits Expire? (military.com)
Most veterans aren't aware of their benefits, let alone that many of them can expire. (military.com)
Information on federal and state veterans' benefits. (mass.gov)
Veterans' laws and benefits , Secretary of the Commonwealth. (mass.gov)
An overview of the benefits, resources, and services available to Massachusetts veterans. (mass.gov)
For information on obtaining veterans' vehicle plates , click the "Motor Vehicle Benefits" menu item. (mass.gov)
image: A new database study on 83,000 veterans adds to the ongoing debate over the risks and benefits of testosterone replacement therapy. (eurekalert.org)
Veterans' education benefits must be reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).For questions regarding tour VA education benefits, please call the VA Education Call Center at (888) 442-4551, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (csbsju.edu)
That is why I was so proud to sign the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, or PACT Act - the most significant expansion of benefits and services for our veterans in more than 30 years. (whitehouse.gov)
By funding new facilities, enabling better research, and expanding care and compensation for veterans exposed to toxic substances during their military service - as well as helping their survivors access life insurance, home loan assistance, tuition benefits, and monthly stipends - we are giving back to those who have given so much for all of us. (whitehouse.gov)
Governors State University proudly adheres to the Veterans Benefits Administration's Principles of Excellence program guidelines. (govst.edu)

The Veterans Services Scholarship is available to students at Salt Lake Community College. (fastweb.com)

Apply for monthly payments for wartime Veterans and survivors with limited or no income who meet certain age and disability requirements. (va.gov)

Patient Enrollment Growth and Burnout in Primary Care at the Veterans Health Administration. (bvsalud.org)
Patient enrollment levels at Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities change based on Veteran demand for care, potentially affecting demands on staff. (bvsalud.org)

These findings suggest a need for increased emphasis on improving military hearing conservation programs (HCPs) and on hearing loss surveillance in military and veterans' health systems. (cdc.gov)

Apply for vocational rehabilitation services, get support for your Veteran-owned small business, and access other career resources. (va.gov)
A recent study confirms that many veteran women patients would like to see infrastructure improvements, often saying they would like for women's services to have separate entrances and otherwise be separated from buildings dominated by men. (rand.org)
Thank you for visiting the Bureau of Veterans' Services! (maine.gov)
To fulfill your request, the Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services may require the need to contact State and Federal agencies on your behalf. (maine.gov)
By contacting our office, you understand and acknowledge this possibility, and authorize the Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services to work on your behalf. (maine.gov)
A veteran's fear of transitioning starts long before their military service ends,' said Shawn Abbatessa, chief of staff at Brown & Brown Absence Services Group in Florida and a U.S. Air Force veteran. (shrm.org)
VA provides a wide range of health care services to veterans including treatment for military sexual trauma, and for conditions possibly related to exposure to Agent Orange, ionizing radiation, and other environmental hazards in the Persian Gulf. (military.com)
Mass Vets Advisor , Executive Office of Veterans' Services. (mass.gov)
The AFCEA War Veterans Scholarships will be awarded to persons on active duty in uniformed military services or honorable discharged U.S. military veterans. (petersons.com)
National chains across America are saying "thank you" to the over 18 million military veterans in the U.S. by offering freebies and deals on services in honor of Veterans Day this Friday, Nov. 11. (foxbusiness.com)
iPic Theater: Free Movie Tickets All veterans and active duty military can get a free movie ticket by showing proof of service with U.S. uniform services I.D. or in uniform. (foxbusiness.com)
As part of a comprehensive public health strategy that we released last year, the VA is funding community-led suicide prevention programs that meet veterans where they are, increasing public awareness about the importance of firearm storage in preventing suicides, and requesting billions more from the Congress to improve mental health care services for patients across the country. (whitehouse.gov)

On this day, the nation honors military veterans with parades and other observances across the country and a ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. (census.gov)
Veterans' organizations hold parades or other special ceremonies, and the President customarily places a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery . (conservapedia.com)

Have there been any studies on the health of children of veterans? (cancercare.org)
Studies have been conducted, but the focus has been on birth defects in children of veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange. (cancercare.org)
At present, there appears to be no mention of diseases that develop later in life for children of veterans who were exposed. (cancercare.org)

Service members and veterans face some different health issues from civilians. (medlineplus.gov)
Since coming into office, I have made historic reforms to the military justice system that enhance safety and protections for service members and veterans who have experienced sexual assault or harassment. (whitehouse.gov)

How can I network with other employers to learn about their veteran hiring and retention practices? (maine.gov)
Additionally, we reversed the discriminatory ban on transgender service and directed a review of all policies and practices to ensure greater inclusivity of LGBTQ+ veterans. (whitehouse.gov)

Risk of death by suicide was lower among US veterans with a disability compared with non-veterans with a disability, new data from the 2015-2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) show. (medscape.com)
Respondents were asked questions about suicide, veteran status, and the number and type of disability they had, if applicable. (medscape.com)
If he is a Vietnam era veteran who served in Vietnam or specific areas of Korea and Thailand, he may be eligible for compensation under the Presumptive Service-connected Agent Orange Disability Compensation. (cancercare.org)
A veteran who has a service-connected disability but is otherwise in good health may apply to VA for up to $10,000 in life insurance coverage at standard rates. (military.com)
An authority that allows an agency to non-competitively appoint any veteran with a 30% more service-connected disability to a temporary or term appointment. (nasa.gov)

I'm the primary caregiver for my disabled veteran family member, are there resources in Maine that can help me? (maine.gov)
I'd like to learn more about military/veteran culture, are there resources available? (maine.gov)
The resources below describe the care needs of Native Veterans and offer program planning considerations for improving access to care for Veterans. (cms.gov)
Come explore helpful career tips and resources during Elevate with the Veteran Resource Center of the University Student Union! (csun.edu)

Premiums must be paid by deduction from the veteran's monthly compensation or pension payments, if the veteran is receiving such payments. (military.com)
If no compensation payments are being paid, the veteran can make monthly payments directly to the VA. (military.com)

Under a law signed Aug. 6, 2012 (215 KB) , Veterans and family members who served on active duty or resided at Camp Lejeune for 30 days or more between Jan. 1, 1957 and Dec. 31, 1987 may be eligible for medical care through VA for 15 health conditions. (va.gov)
Participants were recruited from the VA office, with special care to recruit Gulf War veterans, female veterans, veterans who have been deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan, or veterans who have been called up from the Reserve or the National Guard. (cdc.gov)
JL: Veterans are known to differ in their health and health care access and utilization from non-veterans. (cdc.gov)
You might also check with your local Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion to ask if they sponsor any eye care programs to help fellow veterans. (cancercare.org)
Aging infrastructure can reduce veterans' access to high-quality health care. (rand.org)
These deficits also impact veterans' receipt of high-quality care. (rand.org)
Long-term care needs among Native Veterans are high, and tribal LTSS programs can help connect Veterans with care. (cms.gov)
Veterans in Indian Country may face barriers to accessing care, such as geographic isolation. (cms.gov)
Provides an overview of LTSS needs among Native Veterans, barriers to care, efforts to improve access to LTSS, and recommendations to enhance care. (cms.gov)
Provides information on who is eligible for care under VA and considerations for providing LTSS to Native Veterans. (cms.gov)
Generally, veterans must be enrolled in VAA?s Health Care System to receive care. (military.com)
VA provides combat veterans free health care for any illness possibly associated with service against a hostile force in a war since the Gulf War or during any period of hostility after Nov. 11, 1998. (military.com)
American Family Care (AFC) Offers Free Flu Shots Veterans can receive free flu shots on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 at an American Family Care clinic. (foxbusiness.com)
This law bolsters other bills I have signed this year to improve health care for veterans - from providing mammograms and screenings for service members exposed to toxins to compensating veterans who developed cancer and other medical conditions from our World War II nuclear program. (whitehouse.gov)

A man visits the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington early Monday morning. (cnn.com)
A man traces the name of a fallen soldier Monday from the wall of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. (cnn.com)
I was a combat veteran with the United States Marines in Vietnam. (npr.org)

How can I promote that we are a veteran/military-friendly workplace? (maine.gov)

Through the Final Honors Program, DVS ensures unclaimed or abandoned NYC veterans are given military funerals with honors. (nyc.gov)
The State Veteran Volunteer of the Year Award honors those who have demonstrated outstanding service to veterans and military members in need. (elks.org)

Only veterans who receive grants for the purchase of Specially Adapted Housing are eligible for VMLI. (military.com)

If employers hope to hire veterans, there are initiatives they can create to attract these talented individuals. (shrm.org)

Here's the place to let your fellow veterans and retirees know what's on your mind. (military.com)

Veterans who are totally disabled may apply for a waiver of premiums. (military.com)

For this report, data on 151,995 persons aged ≥17 years were analyzed to produce population-weighted estimates of SHI prevalence for the total population and various demographic and occupational subgroups by veteran status and period of most recent military service (before September 2001 versus September 2001--March 2010). (cdc.gov)

The Uniform Holiday Bill of 1968 changed Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October, which ensured three-day weekends for Federal employees by celebrating (at that time) five national holidays on Mondays: Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day , Labor Day , Columbus Day , and Veterans Day. (conservapedia.com)

At Allen Senior Recreation Center, Veterans Day is a special occasion to enjoy patriotic music, inspiration from guest speaker RD Foster, and a special tribute to the veterans who are present. (dallasnews.com)

To get started in understanding what programs are available to you as a veteran please call 1-800-MICH-VET and a representative will assist you. (michigan.gov)
Use this form to submit photos and information from VAVS outings, Freedom Grant projects or other veterans' programs. (elks.org)
If you are a VAVS Representative, participate in the Veterans Leather Program by ordering gloves and leather for wheelchair-bound veterans and veteran therapy programs. (elks.org)

As the first Wall Street bank to create an employee network for veterans as part of its diversity initiatives, Credit Suisse is proud to support the Intrepid," said Christopher Barry, Managing Director at Credit Suisse and Co-Chair of the AVN. (thedailybeast.com)

However, this isn't the reality for many veterans in the U.S. According to a study from the Pew Research Center, only 1 in 4 veterans report having a civilian job lined up for after they leave the military. (shrm.org)
The Veterans Resource Center invites you to Study Jam! (csun.edu)
Welcome to the Veterans Resource Center! (csun.edu)
Drop In and Drop the Mic at Karaoke Like in Oki at the Veterans Resource Center! (csun.edu)
Let loose and show off your range during Karaoke Like in Oki at the Veterans Resource Center of the University Student Union! (csun.edu)
Join the Veterans Resource Center of the University Student Union to experience a fun evening with the military-connected community at Game Night ! (csun.edu)
Gain Valuable Career Advice During "Elevate" from the Veterans Resource Center! (csun.edu)
If you are a 10-point veteran and wish to submit a late or unsolicited application, please submit an online inquiry to the NASA Shared Service Center Customer Contact Center . (nasa.gov)
The Veterans Resource Center at Governors State University is your partner on this journey. (govst.edu)
This fund allows the GSU Veterans Resource Center to continue on-campus programming and community outreach. (govst.edu)

A report in February was the most comprehensive to date from the VA on veterans and suicide. (npr.org)

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a Federal tax credit available to employers for hiring individuals from certain target groups who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment, such as veterans. (maine.gov)
Hiring veterans is a no-brainer for us,' she said. (shrm.org)
If you're a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were separated under honorable conditions, you may be eligible for special hiring authorities for veterans' preference, as well as other veteran specific hiring options. (nasa.gov)
If you are a 10-point veteran, you will be given preference in hiring in according with applicable federal policies. (nasa.gov)

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