Formerly homeless Navy Veteran dedicates his time to serving others
When Navy Veteran Philip Lord was released from prison, he had nowhere to go until VA homeless programs found Lord a place to live and a job.
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VA employee redefines service and purpose through the Old Glory Ultra Relay
Lindsay Kasow’s dedication to service didn’t end when she hung up her military uniform. A Marine Corps Veteran and current VA employee, Lindsay em…
Putting Veterans first: How the Western North Carolina VA leads the way
The Western North Carolina VA Health Care System (WNCVAHCS), and its main hospital the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, North Carolina…
Fort Jackson NCOA students volunteer at VA medical center
Students from the Fort Jackson Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) recently volunteered at the Columbia VA Health Care System’s Dorn Campus.
Paralyzed at 79, competing at 83
At 79, Douglas B. Hatch was paralyzed by Guillain-Barré syndrome. Now 83, he’s training to compete in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games.
From ice to inspiration: Flyers Warriors skate to new heights for Veterans and their community
VA's Adaptive Sports Grant propelled the Flyers Warriors to new heights, expanding their family and impact, demonstrating how adaptive sports can ampl…
Building a new future for Veterans with Parkinson’s disease
For a group of Veterans at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System, Parkinson’s care includes a regular check-in to see what they’ve built with…
World War II prisoner of war diary uncovered
Daughter and son-in-law find a diary of her father's life as a prisoner of war written on toilet paper.
VA doctor receives Patriot Award
The Patriot Award recognizes employers who provide flexible schedules, time off for deployment and family care for service members.
Empowering caregivers through connection and peer support
Caregiving can be a deeply rewarding journey, but it also can be overwhelming and isolating. That’s why support and connection can make all the diff…