Posted on November 9, 2020November 10, 2020

VAntage Point Update

VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   VET TEC pilot program helps Veterans improve IT skills 11/09/2020 04:00 PM EST Veterans Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) is a five-year, $75 million pilot program that helps Veterans improve their IT skills through courses offered by industry-leading training providers, both in-person and virtual. The post VET TEC pilot program helps Veterans improve IT skills appeared first on VAntage Point. Preserving Veterans’ digital legacy: A free offer from GoodTrust 11/09/2020 02:00 PM EST GoodTrust provides the opportunity to delete, preserve or transfer the contents of your digital life and is offering this service to Veterans free of charge through December 31, 2020. The post Preserving Veterans’ digital legacy: A free offer from GoodTrust appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Charles Sequoyah Lee Chupco 11/09/2020 11:30 AM EST In honor of National Native American Heritage Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Charles Sequoyah Lee Chupco, who served 20 years. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Charles Sequoyah Lee Chupco appeared first on VAntage Point. Collections debt relief and statement information updates 11/09/2020 10:00 AM EST VA continues to provide relief to Veterans who may be suffering financial hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic, including a halt in patient statements and continued relief from collections. The post Collections debt relief and statement information updates appeared first on VAntage Point. 2020 AI Tech Sprint open for applications 11/09/2020 09:00 AM EST Throughout the tech sprint, teams have unique access to in-house experts, useful feedback from VA clinicians and staff, and novel datasets. At the end of each sprint, projects are recognized at a “Demo Day” event, in Washington, D.C., with awards for top performers and potential opportunities for ongoing collaboration with VA. The post 2020 AI Tech Sprint open for applications appeared first on VAntage Point. Borne the Battle #219: Marine Corps Veteran Chad Robichaux, Strikeforce and Bellator MMA Fighter, Mighty Oaks Foundation 11/09/2020 08:30 AM EST At the peak of his MMA career, Marine Veteran Chad Robichaux was at the lowest point of his personal life. He got help and found a holistic approach to heal. Now, he strives to help other veterans before they become statistics. The post Borne the Battle #219: Marine Corps Veteran Chad Robichaux, Strikeforce and Bellator MMA Fighter, Mighty Oaks Foundation appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 8, 2020November 9, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Lloyd E. Kahler, Jr. 11/08/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Lloyd E. Kahler, Jr., who served a tour in Vietnam and retired as a master sergeant. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Lloyd E. Kahler, Jr. appeared first on VAntage Point. VA and PGA bring golf to disabled Veterans 11/08/2020 09:00 AM EST Fourteen Veterans with disabilities completed a six-week golf program through their VA Recreational Therapy service. Thanks to the Professional Golf Association Helping Our Patriots Everywhere program. The post VA and PGA bring golf to disabled Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. ShopVCS Veterans Week Sale is happening now! 11/07/2020 04:00 PM EST For a limited time at ShopVCS.com, just about everything over $20 is on sale for savings up to 55% off. It’s the Veterans Week Sale, in honor of every uniformed service member who served in every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard… no matter your service background, this sale is in honor of you. The post ShopVCS Veterans Week Sale is happening now! appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 7, 2020November 8, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Forces Veteran George John Laben 11/07/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Air Forces Veteran George John Laben, who served as a pilot in the China-Burma-India Theater during World War II. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Forces Veteran George John Laben appeared first on VAntage Point. Famous NFL coach, World War II Veteran eager to add to his literary accomplishments 11/07/2020 09:00 AM EST He has also written a book of poems, one of which he recited during a recent ceremony marking the 75th anniversary of V.J. Day, the Japanese surrender on Sept. 2, 1945, that ended World War II. Speaking by Zoom to “Friends of the National World War II Memorial,” Levy recognized the significance of that day: The post Famous NFL coach, World War II Veteran eager to add to his literary accomplishments appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 6, 2020November 7, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   VA mask invention enhances communication 11/06/2020 04:00 PM EST The Clear Talker mask is an invention from the Central Virginia VA Health Care System meant to aid in communication between patients and staff. A product of the hospital’s Assistive Technology team. The post VA mask invention enhances communication appeared first on VAntage Point. Moving again? VA offers military spouses job security, peace of mind 11/06/2020 02:00 PM EST Calling military spouses! If you’re frequently moving, VA offers job security, flexibility, child care, and many other benefits! The post Moving again? VA offers military spouses job security, peace of mind appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Theodore Edward Beach 11/06/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Theodore Edward Beach, who served with a Howitzer battery in France during World War I. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Theodore Edward Beach appeared first on VAntage Point. Puget Sound VA nurses send quilt to Bronx VA nurses 11/06/2020 10:00 AM EST A quilt is a representation of VA nurses’ service in the community fighting COVID-19. A quilt is comfort in time of need and represents taking care of Veterans during the pandemic. The post Puget Sound VA nurses send quilt to Bronx VA nurses appeared first on VAntage Point. Facebook, Red Cross donate Portal Devices to Connect Veterans and their families 11/06/2020 09:00 AM EST Facebook and the American Red Cross Military Veteran Caregiver Network teamed with VA to distribute Portal devices for free to eligible Veterans. The post Facebook, Red Cross donate Portal Devices to Connect Veterans and their families appeared first on VAntage Point. VA pathologist created scoring system that predicts aggressiveness of prostate cancer 11/05/2020 04:00 PM EST Dr. Donald Gleason, who served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps, devised the scoring system in the 1960s while working at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. The post VA pathologist created scoring system that predicts aggressiveness of prostate cancer appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 5, 2020November 5, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Edith White: World War II Code Girl 11/05/2020 02:00 PM EST Edith White was World War II’s “Code Girl,” working with the WAVES unit to crack Japanese codes in the Pacific. The post Edith White: World War II Code Girl appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Shirley Jean Walz 11/05/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Shirley Jean Walz, who served in the Navy nurse corps on active duty and the Reserve from 1962 to 1995. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Shirley Jean Walz appeared first on VAntage Point. Student volunteer earns multiple scholarships 11/05/2020 10:00 AM EST Tiffany Pham spent summers at VA as a student volunteer. “Such a great experience to have the opportunity to work in a professional environment.” She’s off to college with a $100,000 scholarship. The post Student volunteer earns multiple scholarships appeared first on VAntage Point. Students’ nonprofit increases Veterans’ access to telehealth 11/05/2020 09:00 AM EST When four young adults heard their parents describe barriers older patients face with virtual appointments, they created a nonprofit to donate iPhones and iPads to help older Veterans access telehealth services. The post Students’ nonprofit increases Veterans’ access to telehealth appeared first on VAntage Point. Doing your part to fight COVID-19 11/04/2020 04:00 PM EST We are asking Veterans, their family members, VA employees and others to volunteer to participate in VA’s COVID-19 research. By signing up, you are under no obligation to participate in a study. The post Doing your part to fight COVID-19 appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 4, 2020November 5, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Picture a bright future as a diagnostic radiologic technician at VA 11/04/2020 02:00 PM EST During National Radiologic Technology Week, VA celebrates the diagnostic radiologic technicians who help Veterans lead longer, healthier lives. The post Picture a bright future as a diagnostic radiologic technician at VA appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Leroy Mzhickteno 11/04/2020 11:30 AM EST In honor of National Native American Heritage Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Leroy Mzhickteno, who served during World War II. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Leroy Mzhickteno appeared first on VAntage Point. South Central VA Peer Support Specialist of the Year 11/04/2020 10:00 AM EST Navy Veteran Eric VanDerMolen was recognized as a Peer Support Specialist of the Year. “I enjoy making a difference in another Veteran’s life. Recovery involves passing on what was given to me.” The post South Central VA Peer Support Specialist of the Year appeared first on VAntage Point. NCA unveils “Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute” campaign 11/04/2020 09:00 AM EST VA’s National Cemetery Administration (NCA) launched its new “Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute” campaign. The effort intends to increase awareness of the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) – the nation’s first digital platform dedicated entirely to memorializing more than 3.7 million Veterans interred in VA’s national cemeteries. The post NCA unveils “Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute” campaign appeared first on VAntage Point. VA Secretary visits Panama City Beach VA clinic 11/03/2020 06:00 PM EST VA Secretary Robert Wilkie visited Panama City Beach VA Outpatient Clinic to recognize staff for superior service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Highest patient satisfaction rate of any VA facility. The post VA Secretary visits Panama City Beach VA clinic appeared first on VAntage Point. Pennsylvania Virtual Veterans Experience Action Center helps more than 500 Veterans 11/03/2020 04:00 PM EST VA hosted a Virtual Veterans Experience Action Center (V-VEAC) for Veterans in Pennsylvania, assisting Veterans in partnership with United Way 211. The post Pennsylvania Virtual Veterans Experience Action Center helps more than 500 Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point.