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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
The DepartsubsAffairs (VA) is taking a bold step into uncharted territory, seeking proposals from its network of researchers to study the use of psychedelic compounds in treating posttraumatic stress disorder …
VA Opens Door to Psychedelic Research for PTSD and Depression: A Revolutionary Approach Could Reshape Veterans’ Mental Health Care Read More
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced two significant grant opportunities aimed at assisting veterans experiencing homelessness. These initiatives are part of the broader efforts by the Biden-Harris …
Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Grant Opportunities to Combat Veteran Homelessness Read More
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has made a significant stride in veteran healthcare, having screened 5 million veterans for possible toxic exposures. This screening is a crucial part …
Department of Veterans Affairs Screens 5 Million Veterans for Toxic Exposures Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Jeremy Damia, the new County Court Coordinator for Veterans Treatment Court in Delaware County, has embarked on a mission to better understand the wealth of resources available …
Coatesville VA Medical Center Provides Crucial Support to Veterans Treatment Court Read More
In a unanimous decision on Monday night, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Caregiver Outreach and Program Enhancement (COPE) Act. This bill, co-sponsored by Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and …
Bipartisan COPE Act Passed by House, Aims to Boost Mental Health Support for Veterans’ Caregivers Read More