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.
Category: My Healthy Veteran
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…
Veterans find confidence on the slopes
The slopes of the Winter Sports Clinic help Veterans with disabilities remember that pushing boundaries—and not their limitations—is what defines …
Army Veteran redefines the story of resilience
Army Veteran Jeffery Williams' journey is a testament to resilience, perseverance and the power of innovation in transforming lives.
VA nurse steps up when tornadoes threaten
As severe weather threatened Mississippi, local news warned of a dangerous outbreak of tornadoes. A VA nurse stepped up.