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VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   At VA, our robust employee health program has you and your family covered 12/08/2020 02:00 PM EST The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program offers you more than 200 health plans to choose from — the widest selection in the country. The post At VA, our robust employee health program has you and your family covered appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Tommy W. Bellamy 12/08/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Tommy Bellamy, who served in World War II with the 17th Armored Infantry Battalion in Italy, France and Germany. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Tommy W. Bellamy appeared first on VAntage Point. Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) treatment 12/08/2020 09:50 AM EST Webinar is live, knowledge-based virtual training providing background on Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and its treatment. Presenters will describe the relations between OUD, suicide risk and overdose. The post Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) treatment appeared first on VAntage Point. Solid Start program contacts 70,000 Veterans in first year 12/08/2020 09:00 AM EST Since its launch in December 2019, the VA Solid Start program has reached nearly 70,000 Veterans to help them connect with VA benefits and services – from education and career counseling to disability compensation and home loan guaranty. The post Solid Start program contacts 70,000 Veterans in first year appeared first on VAntage Point. “A day that will live in infamy” 12/07/2020 06:00 PM EST Not many of the men and women who were there are still with us. It was 79 years ago. They were 20…or 18. Here are a few of the stories of the brave Veterans who experienced the attack on Pearl Harbor. The post “A day that will live in infamy” appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 7, 2020December 8, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Live Whole Health #48: Give yourself a break with acupressure 12/07/2020 04:00 PM EST Acupressure may not be your first thought during the holiday season, as this time of year should be spent filled with family, friends, food, and memories. But this year everything will look different, and these couple of months could be stressful. Even if you love the holiday season, the expectations and extra work can be overwhelming. When you notice yourself feeling edgy, it’s a perfect reminder that self-care is essential during the holidays, and every day. The post Live Whole Health #48: Give yourself a break with acupressure appeared first on VAntage Point. How synthetic data will improve Veteran health and care 12/07/2020 02:00 PM EST To better understand the factors that impact Veteran health, VHA IE is using synthetic data to measure a broad array of health risks. The post How synthetic data will improve Veteran health and care appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Frank Curre 12/07/2020 11:30 AM EST On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Frank Curre, who survived and later died on the 70th anniversary. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Frank Curre appeared first on VAntage Point. Peer support specialists help Veterans in crisis 12/07/2020 10:00 AM EST Meet two strong ladies, Veteran Peer Support Specialists who are in recovery from mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders as they help other Veterans to successfully engage in treatment. The post Peer support specialists help Veterans in crisis appeared first on VAntage Point. Partnership with Postal Inspection Service helps Veterans avoid scams 12/07/2020 09:00 AM EST VA and the United States Postal Inspection Service continue their partnership to help protect Veterans personal information and avoid scams. The post Partnership with Postal Inspection Service helps Veterans avoid scams appeared first on VAntage Point. Borne the Battle #223: Tom and Jen Satterly, All Secure Foundation 12/07/2020 08:00 AM EST US Army and Delta Force Veteran Tom Satterly and his partner Jen Satterly are the co-founders and co-CEOs of All Secure Foundation, a nonprofit that focuses on helping Special Operations soldiers, Veterans and their significant others who are struggling on the home front from the effects of war. The post Borne the Battle #223: Tom and Jen Satterly, All Secure Foundation appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 6, 2020December 7, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Dallas VA creative arts therapy program promotes healing 12/06/2020 04:00 PM EST The Dallas VA Veterans Day Mask Masking Mural project gave Veterans an opportunity to tell their stories using art. The mural was displayed at Dallas City Hall for virtual Veterans Day event. The post Dallas VA creative arts therapy program promotes healing appeared first on VAntage Point. Fresh Focus #13: Taste of the Holidays: Meal Planning with Diabetes 12/06/2020 02:00 PM EST The holidays can be a magical time, but if you are a person with Diabetes, you might be worrying about controlling your blood sugar. This is a common thought, but the holidays don’t have to be a time for throwing in the towel on all the hard work you’ve done the rest of the year. The post Fresh Focus #13: Taste of the Holidays: Meal Planning with Diabetes appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Charles E. McGee 12/06/2020 11:30 AM EST On the eve of his 101st birthday, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Air Force Veteran Charles Edward McGee, a Tuskegee Airman who served 30 years. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Charles E. McGee appeared first on VAntage Point. Free produce for Veterans at Charleston VA 12/06/2020 09:00 AM EST Beautiful variety of peaches, apples, green peppers, potatoes, corn and squash from Foodbank were distributed to 181 Veterans with 280 boxes totaling more than 5,600 pounds of produce. The post Free produce for Veterans at Charleston VA appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 5, 2020December 6, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Partnership feeds 500 Veterans over holidays 12/05/2020 04:00 PM EST A special partnership helped feed 500 Veterans and families in Salt Lake City. An army of volunteers handed out holiday meals donated by the community. A Veteran was glad he was still remembered. The post Partnership feeds 500 Veterans over holidays appeared first on VAntage Point. Dream Foundation makes final dreams come true 12/05/2020 02:00 PM EST Dreams for Veterans: Helping make final dreams of terminally ill Veterans come true across the nation. From Pearl Harbor to TV stars, program is a last wish fulfilled, bringing comfort and closure. The post Dream Foundation makes final dreams come true appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Robert Frank Augur 12/05/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Robert Frank Augur, who served during World War II and was a prisoner of war in the Philippines for 33 months. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Robert Frank Augur appeared first on VAntage Point. TAC Talks #5: Proposal Evaluations 12/05/2020 09:00 AM EST In the previous TAC Talks podcast, we discussed the multi-step evaluation process and technical demonstrations. In this episode, we focus on more traditional proposal evaluations and techniques that speak broader than just a Technical Volume.  The post TAC Talks #5: Proposal Evaluations appeared first on VAntage Point. How VA is improving the journey of job applicants 12/04/2020 04:00 PM EST Chief Human Capital Officer Tracey Therit discussed how VA is working to improve the job application process on VA Careers’ weekly LinkedIn broadcast. The post How VA is improving the journey of job applicants appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 4, 2020December 5, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   VA’s Compassionate Contact Corps 12/04/2020 02:00 PM EST VA Voluntary Service has a new social prescription program: The Compassionate Contact Corps. Trained volunteers call Veterans who are lonely, socially isolated or would simply like to talk to someone. The post VA’s Compassionate Contact Corps appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Marine Veteran Homer Cauffiel 12/04/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Veteran Homer Cauffiel, who served as a radioman with the 1st Marine Division during the Korean War. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Marine Veteran Homer Cauffiel appeared first on VAntage Point. Texas Iraq War Veteran overcomes trauma 12/04/2020 10:00 AM EST Benita Swinners suffers from PTSD and is a survivor of military sexual trauma. Today, she has come to point in her life, thanks to VA, where she can talk about it. Here is her brave, candid story. The post Texas Iraq War Veteran overcomes trauma appeared first on VAntage Point. VBA completes Colmery Act IT implementation 12/04/2020 09:00 AM EST VBA and the Office of Information and Technology (OIT) successfully completed all necessary Information Technology (IT) updates on Oct. 31 to process education benefits in accordance with the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2017. The post VBA completes Colmery Act IT implementation appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Expectant Veteran gets help with community care billing issue 12/03/2020 04:00 PM EST VA customer service personnel assisted a Veteran who was incorrectly charged $500 by a community provider for care. After misunderstandings, she received a call from a VA provider relations specialist. The post Expectant Veteran gets help with community care billing issue appeared first on VAntage Point. Jorge DeLeon: His Sacrifice 12/03/2020 02:00 PM EST Jorge DeLeon served as a paratrooper with the U.S. Army. While conducting a convoy escort in Afghanistan, his Humvee hit a mine and he lost his leg. The post Jorge DeLeon: His Sacrifice appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Lee Laz 12/03/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Lee Laz, who served as a bomber pilot in the Pacific Theater and received a Navy Cross during World War II. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Lee Laz appeared first on VAntage Point. Columbia VA’s life-changing surgical technology 12/03/2020 10:00 AM EST Surgery and return to work in a few days? That’s possible at Columbia VA with the Da Vinci XI robotic surgical system. Minimally invasive procedures with incredible precision and quicker recoveries. The post Columbia VA’s life-changing surgical technology appeared first on VAntage Point. The Greenhouse: A Budding New Opportunity for Veteran Health Care Innovation 12/03/2020 09:00 AM EST The Veterans Health Administration Innovation Ecosystem’s (VHA IE’s) Innovators Network (iNET) is excited to announce the Greenhouse. The Greenhouse is a new opportunity for the health care innovation community outside of VA to collaborate directly with iNET sites throughout the country to design the innovative solutions of the future. In doing so, Greenhouse gives outside health care innovators access to the entire innovative force of iNET – a pool of engaged and equipped frontline health care professionals, millions of enthusiastic end users, Innovation Specialists, and much more. “iNET’s Greenhouse initiative is a great opportunity for VA and early-stage health companies alike, … The post The Greenhouse: A Budding New Opportunity for Veteran Health Care Innovation appeared first on VAntage Point. Patriot Boot Camp Virtual 2021 offers free course to mentor future leaders 12/02/2020 06:00 PM EST Patriot Boot Camp is going virtual for 2021. Veterans, service members and mil spouses can apply now for the 2-day virtual course that mentors future entrepreneurial leaders. The post Patriot Boot Camp Virtual 2021 offers free course to mentor future leaders appeared first on VAntage Point. AARP’s Honoring Heroes contest offers $1,000 prize to outstanding Veteran, volunteer 12/02/2020 04:00 PM EST AARP’s Honoring Heroes contest offers $1000 prize to an outstanding Veteran or volunteer who helps Veterans. Until Dec. 31, 2021 you may submit a photo and an essay of fewer than 500 words online that explains how your nominee gives back to their community. The post AARP’s Honoring Heroes contest offers $1,000 prize to outstanding Veteran, volunteer appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 2, 2020December 2, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   The iNET Incubator Series is Weaving Innovation into the Fabric of VA 12/02/2020 02:00 PM EST The VHA Innovation Ecosystems iNET Incubator expands the innovative and supportive culture that is intrinsic to VA’s mission. The post The iNET Incubator Series is Weaving Innovation into the Fabric of VA appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Frances A. Dennis 12/02/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Frances A. Dennis, who served on both active duty and the Tennessee National Guard. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Frances A. Dennis appeared first on VAntage Point. VA, Optum coordinate as hurricanes batter Louisiana 12/02/2020 10:00 AM EST Optum and VA partner to care for Veterans during hurricanes. Teams made sure providers were available so there was no break in Veteran care during crisis. Ready before the first winds came ashore. The post VA, Optum coordinate as hurricanes batter Louisiana appeared first on VAntage Point. Tips for surviving the winter cold 12/02/2020 09:00 AM EST Winter storms can last for several days and carry freezing rain, ice, moderate to heavy snowfall, or blizzard conditions. Learn how to prepare for the winter season by following these tips. The post Tips for surviving the winter cold appeared first on VAntage Point. Actor Mikal Vega Combats Post Traumatic Stress through Vital Warrior Non Profit 12/01/2020 08:00 PM EST Actor Mikal Vega combats mild TBI and Post Traumatic Stress through yoga and started the Vital Warrior non profit to help other Veterans. The post Actor Mikal Vega Combats Post Traumatic Stress through Vital Warrior Non Profit appeared first on VAntage Point. West Texas VA offers healthy cooking classes 12/01/2020 06:00 PM EST Type two diabetes is entirely manageable by diet and can be prevented by diet. Nearly one in four patients in VA health care has diabetes. More than 100 million Americans have diabetes or pre-diabetes. The post West Texas VA offers healthy cooking classes appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on December 1, 2020December 1, 2020 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Team Rubicon recruits medical volunteers to serve Navajo Nation 12/01/2020 04:00 PM EST From disaster medicine to pandemic relief, Team Rubicon deploys EMTs, nurses, paramedics, physicians, and more to serve people in need in the U.S. and around the world. Visit www.teamrubiconusa.org and sign up to put your medic skills to work for good. The post Team Rubicon recruits medical volunteers to serve Navajo Nation appeared first on VAntage Point. VA is on a mission to end HIV 12/01/2020 02:00 PM EST VA’s mission: End the HIV epidemic. It is possible to end HIV and we can do it in 10 years. We’ve made dramatic advancements in treating and preventing HIV. We can do this, but we need your help. The post VA is on a mission to end HIV appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Forces Veteran Joel R. Barton Jr. 12/01/2020 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Air Forces Veteran Joel R. Barton Jr., who served during World War II as a flight instructor. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Forces Veteran Joel R. Barton Jr. appeared first on VAntage Point. VA Blue Button reaches 10-year anniversary 12/01/2020 09:50 AM EST Using VA Blue Button, Veterans can create customizable reports that contain electronic health records that they choose. They can combine information into a single electronic file and download. The post VA Blue Button reaches 10-year anniversary appeared first on VAntage Point. Help provide Veterans with safe, quality care as a medical supply aide 12/01/2020 09:00 AM EST VA medical supply aides and technicians provide safe, quality health care for Veterans by sanitizing and delivering essential medical supplies. The post Help provide Veterans with safe, quality care as a medical supply aide appeared first on VAntage Point. Thank our Veterans on Giving Tuesday 12/01/2020 08:00 AM EST It’s Giving Tuesday! Consider making a donation to your local VA facility to support their holiday activities. You can make a gift through VA Voluntary Service to show your gratitude to our Veterans. The post Thank our Veterans on Giving Tuesday appeared first on VAntage Point. Special recognition to the caregivers of our nation’s Veterans 11/30/2020 06:00 PM EST #CaregivingInCrisis. Being a caregiver is never an easy task. We’ve seen the strength, commitment and love our caregivers have for our Veterans. We thank them for all they do for our nation’s heroes. The post Special recognition to the caregivers of our nation’s Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. National Veterans Creative Arts Festival at Home 11/30/2020 04:00 PM EST You’re invited to participate in a virtual Art Workshop as part of the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival at Home. Limited to first 3,000 who dare to be creative and build their masterpieces. The post National Veterans Creative Arts Festival at Home appeared first on VAntage Point.