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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Cemetery Administration (NCA) has taken a significant step toward addressing a long-standing racial injustice. In a February 22nd ceremony at Fort …
Correcting a Century-Old Injustice: VA Dedicates New Headstones for 17 Black World War I Soldiers Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — When retired U.S. Army Veteran Keith Dotts stood in the lobby of the Coatesville VA Medical Center (VAMC), his frustration was palpable. After taking time off work …
Veteran’s Frustration Turns to Satisfaction: A Tale of Care at Coatesville VA Medical Center Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently proposed a rule designed to widen the scope of its presumption of exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides. This …
Veterans Affairs Proposes Expansion of Agent Orange Exposure Presumptions: Aims to Ease Access to Benefits Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move to combat veteran homelessness, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a funding opportunity that offers around $5 million per year for …
VA Pledges $5M Annually in New Funding Push to End Veteran Homelessness Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major stride toward eradicating homelessness among veterans in the United States, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that it had permanently housed 46,552 homeless …
VA Surpasses Goal, Provides Permanent Homes for Over 46,000 Homeless Veterans in 2023 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced an allocation of $52.5 million in funding for grants geared toward community-based organizations. These organizations provide or coordinate suicide …
VA Allocates $52.5 Million for Community Organizations Fighting Veteran Suicide Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Highlighting its commitment to inclusivity and high-quality care for all, the Coatesville VA Medical Center’s West Norriton VA Clinic is opening its doors for LGBTQ+ Veteran Walk-In …
LGBTQ+ Veterans: Access Personalized Care at West Norriton VA Clinic Walk-In Hours Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reports that 49,714 veterans and former service members have availed themselves of the VA’s new policy in its first year. The …
VA Policy Aids Over 49,000 Veterans in Suicidal Crisis, Saving $64 Million in Health Care Costs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a concerted effort to address the ongoing challenges facing the Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS), U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA), along …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Call for Action on Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System’s Challenges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced that its new life insurance program, VALife, has issued over $950 million in coverage to 31,400 veterans within its …
Veterans Find Financial Security in VA’s Groundbreaking Life Insurance Program: VALife Issues $950 Million in Coverage in its First Year Read More