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VA health care
Regular checks with your primary care physician and visits to specialists (such as cardiologists, gynecologists, and mental health experts) are covered by VA health care. You can receive prescription drugs, medical devices, and prosthetics, as well as Veterans health care services like home health and geriatric (elder) care. Learn how to handle your earned health benefits and how to apply for them.
https://www.va.gov/health-care
VA housing assistance
Veterans, active military personnel, and their surviving spouses may be eligible for VA housing aid to refinance a loan or purchase a home. In addition, we provide services and perks to help you maintain, renovate, or develop a new home. Learn how to apply for and handle your earned Veterans housing aid funds.
https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance
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VA News News and Information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Veteran Christian Lopez shines through challenges at the National Veterans Wheelchair Gamesby Jason Davis on July 16, 2025 at 6:30 pm
This touching account of determination and transformation showcases the incredible journey of one veteran as he overcomes personal adversity, making strides not just in sports but in life. Christian Lopez is an inspiring example of how adaptive sports can foster profound personal growth and resilience.
- Rhode Island’s WWII Veterans still making historyby nikkiverbeck on July 16, 2025 at 2:30 pm
VA Providence is honored to recognize three remarkable Rhode Island WWII Veterans who exemplify the strength, sacrifice and spirit of the Greatest Generation.
- Career tool built for the military, Veteran communityby Mike Molina on July 16, 2025 at 1:30 pm
50strong offers free, easy-to-access tools to help Veterans, spouses, service members and military-affiliated students connect directly with leading employers of many shapes and sizes.
- Sharing the story of the Purple Heart with future generationsby kristicatrenich on July 16, 2025 at 1:30 pm
The Roll of Honor is a publicly accessible, online catalogue of Purple Heart recipients and their stories.
- Support Veteran independence as an Occupational Therapist by Michelle. Weaver on July 15, 2025 at 8:30 pm
As an occupational therapist at VA, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping Veterans regain the skills, confidence, and independence they need to thrive in their everyday lives.
Military Times Military Times News Feed
- New mortgage support program for struggling veterans set to become lawby Leo Shane III on July 16, 2025 at 8:23 pm
Congress passed a bill creating a new partial claim program for veterans who have fallen behind on mortgage payments.
- Former Marine reservist charged in Texas ICE facility shootingby Hallie Golden, The Associated Press on July 16, 2025 at 7:37 pm
Benjamin Hanil Song is accused of participating in the July Fourth assault near the Prairieland Detention Center, where attackers opened fire.
- Will RFK Jr.’s push for psychedelics help or hurt the emerging field?by Matthew Perrone on July 16, 2025 at 5:05 pm
Veterans groups are among those seeking to access the drug ibogaine and other psychedelics to treat PTSD, opioid addiction and other conditions.
- US to build fast boat base near South China Seaby Zita Fletcher on July 16, 2025 at 4:36 pm
The move comes as Chinese and Philippine vessels have clashed in increasingly hostile interactions in the region.
- 25th ID converts cannon artillery to rockets in its push to transformby Todd South on July 16, 2025 at 2:32 pm
Soldiers will receive 16 High Mobility Rocket Artillery Systems, replacing much of the division’s cannon artillery.
