Posted on November 19, 2021November 19, 2021

VAntage Point Update

VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   HUD-VASH program provides comprehensive care for aging Veterans facing homelessness 11/19/2021 02:00 PM EST A chat with a Veteran at a food bank led this Marine Veteran to the HUD-VASH program. It improved his living conditions almost overnight. The post HUD-VASH program provides comprehensive care for aging Veterans facing homelessness appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Howard Knotts 11/19/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Howard Knotts, who became a prisoner of war after his plane was shot down during World War I. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Howard Knotts appeared first on VAntage Point. Birmingham VA patient escort saves life, attributes his training and resilience 11/19/2021 10:00 AM EST VA patient escort Ryan Davis performed emergency CPR on an unresponsive resident. Davis lost his wife earlier to COVID and felt her looking down. The post Birmingham VA patient escort saves life, attributes his training and resilience appeared first on VAntage Point. VHA Innovation Experience 2021 breaks boundaries with Veteran-impacting innovation 11/19/2021 09:00 AM EST Want to know how the VHA Innovation Experience 2021 breaks boundaries with Veteran-impacting innovation? The post VHA Innovation Experience 2021 breaks boundaries with Veteran-impacting innovation appeared first on VAntage Point. Free robotic companion pets for Veterans with dementia in the DC area 11/19/2021 08:00 AM EST *At this time only Veterans with dementia who live in the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia (Arlington County, Fairfax County, Loudoun County) and Maryland (Montgomery County, Prince Georges County) are eligible to receive a free companion robotic pet. Veterans suffering from dementia can now receive free companion robotic pets through Capital Caring Health. Families within Capital […] The post Free robotic companion pets for Veterans with dementia in the DC area appeared first on VAntage Point. Vets First Podcast S:2 E:5: Learning about drug use disorders from origin to treatment 11/18/2021 06:00 PM EST In the fifth episode of season two of Vets First Podcast, hosts Levi Sowers and Brandon Rea discuss drug use disorders from origin to treatment. The post Vets First Podcast S:2 E:5: Learning about drug use disorders from origin to treatment appeared first on VAntage Point. Share some cheer with a fellow Veteran for the Holidays 11/18/2021 04:00 PM EST Veterans can share some cheer with a fellow Veteran this holiday season by sending a creative note letting them know they’re not alone. The post Share some cheer with a fellow Veteran for the Holidays appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Commander Ernest E. Evans: Down with the ship 11/18/2021 02:00 PM EST Cmdr. Ernest E. Evans captained the USS Johnston which sank during the Battle of Leyte Gulf. For his actions, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. The post Commander Ernest E. Evans: Down with the ship appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Howard “Ken” Potts 11/18/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Howard “Ken” Potts, who served on USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Howard “Ken” Potts appeared first on VAntage Point. Don’t quit trying. Try quitting with VA – and staying smoke-free 11/18/2021 10:00 AM EST The Great American Smokeout is Nov. 18. VA encourages Veterans to learn about its many resources to help them quit smoking. The post Don’t quit trying. Try quitting with VA – and staying smoke-free appeared first on VAntage Point. America250: Army Veteran Tony K. Burris 11/18/2021 09:00 AM EST This week’s America250 salute is Army Veteran Tony K. Burris, who fought in the Korean War and posthumously received a Medal of Honor. The post America250: Army Veteran Tony K. Burris appeared first on VAntage Point. Three ways VA is tackling the rural clinical workforce crisis 11/18/2021 08:00 AM EST VA workforce initiatives drive providers and researchers’ focus on rural Veteran health care. Rural counties experiencing employee shortages. The post Three ways VA is tackling the rural clinical workforce crisis appeared first on VAntage Point. Veterans stay connected with communications platform 11/17/2021 04:00 PM EST CaringBridge helps Veterans, loved ones stay connected during health challenges with a free, easy-to-use and secure communications platform. The post Veterans stay connected with communications platform appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Clarksburg VA seeks nurse managers to fill critical roles in Veteran care 11/17/2021 02:00 PM EST The Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia, is actively recruiting nurse managers to fill staff vacancies. The post Clarksburg VA seeks nurse managers to fill critical roles in Veteran care appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Sidney C. Graves 11/17/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Sidney C. Graves, who was a two-time Distinguished Service Cross recipient in World War I. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Sidney C. Graves appeared first on VAntage Point. Providers: New to community care? This webinar is for you. 11/17/2021 10:00 AM EST Are you a provider new to working with VA through its community care programs? This programs overview webinar is just for you. The post Providers: New to community care? This webinar is for you. appeared first on VAntage Point. Veterans, caregivers have new expanded opportunities to ask for review of PCAFC decisions 11/17/2021 09:00 AM EST Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) decision letters issued as of September 28, 2021, include a notice of updated review and appeal rights, VA Form 10-305: Your Rights to Seek Further Review of Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) Decisions. The post Veterans, caregivers have new expanded opportunities to ask for review of PCAFC decisions appeared first on VAntage Point. How VA serves Native American Veterans 11/17/2021 08:00 AM EST This November, VA celebrates Native American Heritage Month and recognizes Native American military Veterans. At VA, we are dedicated to ensuring Native American Veterans and members get the world-class benefits and services they have earned. The post How VA serves Native American Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 16, 2021November 16, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Wellness Wednesday Financial Education series answers your money questions 11/16/2021 04:00 PM EST The Wellness Wednesday Financial Education series returns on Nov. 17 to talk about taxes. The event is free, with multiple one-hour showings online. The post Wellness Wednesday Financial Education series answers your money questions appeared first on VAntage Point. Remains of North Texas sailor killed at Pearl Harbor laid to rest 80 years later 11/16/2021 02:00 PM EST Harold William Lindsey joined the Navy from Waxahachie, a small town just south of Dallas, Texas. Originally from California, fate would place him on the USS Oklahoma on December 7, 1941, when the Japanese Empire attacked Pearl Harbor. Navy Seaman 2nd Class Lindsey was one of the battleship’s 429 crewmembers killed in the attack. Almost 80 years later, the North Texas sailor finally returned to his family and friends.  The post Remains of North Texas sailor killed at Pearl Harbor laid to rest 80 years later appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Forces Veteran Jack L. Springer 11/16/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Air Forces Veteran Jack L. Springer who worked as a link trainer instructor during World War II. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Forces Veteran Jack L. Springer appeared first on VAntage Point. Strength at Home: Helping Veterans communicate 11/16/2021 09:50 AM EST The VA Strength at Home program helps Veterans who are struggling with anger in intimate relationships learn how to communicate effectively. The post Strength at Home: Helping Veterans communicate appeared first on VAntage Point. Veterans eligible for travel deals, airfare discounts 11/16/2021 08:00 AM EST Veterans can now get exclusive travel deals and discounted rates through American Forces Travel. As of July 2021, all Veterans with a discharge status of honorable or general under honorable conditions are eligible to shop for a wide selection of discounted rates on hotels, air fare, rental cars, vacation packages, cruises and much more on […] The post Veterans eligible for travel deals, airfare discounts appeared first on VAntage Point. Live Whole Health Blog #97: Loving Kindness Practice 11/15/2021 04:00 PM EST With the holidays fast approaching, it is easy to get caught up in thinking about all the things in our lives that are just “not right.” The post Live Whole Health Blog #97: Loving Kindness Practice appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   VA updates disability rating schedules for genitourinary and cardiovascular systems 11/15/2021 02:00 PM EST The latest update in the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) at Title 38 Code of Federal Regulations is for genitourinary and cardiovascular regulations. The newest regulations take effect on Nov. 14.  The post VA updates disability rating schedules for genitourinary and cardiovascular systems appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Demetrius A. Ball 11/15/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Demetrius A. Ball, who served as a field artillery officer during Operation Iraqi Freedom. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Demetrius A. Ball appeared first on VAntage Point. Veteran moms-to-be in Michigan learn about cooking healthy meals 11/15/2021 10:00 AM EST Battle Creek VA offers program for new or expectant mothers to learn about cooking healthier and socializing with other expectant Veterans. The post Veteran moms-to-be in Michigan learn about cooking healthy meals appeared first on VAntage Point. Learn about careers caring for Veterans at these upcoming events 11/15/2021 09:00 AM EST With the end of this year’s recruitment season near at hand, our recruiters will be participating in a pair of upcoming events to recruit new members to our VA team. The post Learn about careers caring for Veterans at these upcoming events appeared first on VAntage Point. Virtual events offer tangible results 11/15/2021 08:00 AM EST The Department of Veterans Affairs continues to expand offerings to Veterans by working with partner organizations from state and local communities to host virtual events through Virtual Veterans Experience Action Centers or V-VEACs. And while these events are virtual, the impacts are very real to the Veterans, family members, caregivers, and survivors who benefit from […] The post Virtual events offer tangible results appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 14, 2021November 14, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Veteran and DAV volunteer leader uses VA virtual tools to help fellow Veterans 11/14/2021 02:00 PM EST Army Veteran overcame hurdles transitioning from military to civilian life. She is now a DAV volunteer leader in the Veteran community in Connecticut. The post Veteran and DAV volunteer leader uses VA virtual tools to help fellow Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Tillie Smith 11/14/2021 11:30 AM EST During National Native American Heritage Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Air Force Veteran Tillie Smith, who served for six years as a mechanic. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Tillie Smith appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 13, 2021November 13, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Farms and Gardens Program is therapeutic outlet for Wisconsin Veterans 11/13/2021 02:00 PM EST The Farms and Gardens program at Madison VA encourages Veterans to use gardening as a productive outlet to help maintain a fulfilling life. The post Farms and Gardens Program is therapeutic outlet for Wisconsin Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Harry Beal 11/13/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Harry Beal, who was one of the first Navy SEALs and served as an underwater demolition team instructor. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Harry Beal appeared first on VAntage Point. TAC Talks: S2E4: Innovation in acquisition 11/12/2021 06:00 PM EST In Series 2, Episode 4 of the VA Technology Acquisition Center (TAC) podcast, TAC Talks, we discuss “Innovation in Acquisition.” The post TAC Talks: S2E4: Innovation in acquisition appeared first on VAntage Point. Unique opportunities: Five entry-level jobs at VA you might not know existed 11/12/2021 04:00 PM EST While VA careers are often associated with clinical work, there are entry-level positions that fly under the radar. Is your next job among them? The post Unique opportunities: Five entry-level jobs at VA you might not know existed appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Joseph James Clark: Native Hero 11/12/2021 02:00 PM EST Navy Veteran Joseph James “Jocko” Clark was the first Native American to graduate from the Naval Academy. He served during both World Wars and the Korean War. The post Joseph James Clark: Native Hero appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Louis Levi Oakes 11/12/2021 11:30 AM EST During Native American Heritage Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Louis Levi Oakes, a Code Talker during World War II. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Louis Levi Oakes appeared first on VAntage Point. VA creates older Veterans’ social connections programs 11/12/2021 10:00 AM EST Social isolation continues to be a challenge in the wake of COVID-19, especially for older Veterans. To lessen the risk factors, VA created the VA Connection Plans program. The post VA creates older Veterans’ social connections programs appeared first on VAntage Point. Researchers home in on biochemical link between brain injury, Alzheimer’s disease 11/12/2021 09:00 AM EST Importantly, the investigators went on to identify two FDA-approved medications that could obstruct the dangerous process. They say these drugs could suggest new directions in TBI and Alzheimer’s research and treatment. The post Researchers home in on biochemical link between brain injury, Alzheimer’s disease appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on November 11, 2021November 11, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Unhoused to Housed: Veteran says to “Give VA a try. It works.” 11/11/2021 02:00 PM EST “Being homeless is like going to hell and back,” said Warren Miller, an Army Veteran who experienced homelessness for many years until connecting with staff at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System’s West Los Angeles campus. This is the story of how Miller went from unhoused to housed, thanks to a new and unique collaboration.  The post Unhoused to Housed: Veteran says to “Give VA a try. It works.” appeared first on VAntage Point. Army Veteran and VA employee on ‘What Veterans Day means to me’ 11/11/2021 10:00 AM EST Army Veteran reflects on Veterans Day as a reminder of his responsibility as a Soldier. Enlistment Oath still hangs on his home office wall. The post Army Veteran and VA employee on ‘What Veterans Day means to me’ appeared first on VAntage Point. VA doctor composes special song for Veterans Day 11/11/2021 09:00 AM EST Dr. Mary Rorro will perform special song “Thank You Veterans!” on Veterans Day in the Princeton University Chapel. A Veteran, 96, wrote the arrangement. The post VA doctor composes special song for Veterans Day appeared first on VAntage Point. Face of InnoVAtion: Misoor Goueli 11/10/2021 04:00 PM EST Face of InnoVAtion is a regular series from the VHA Innovation Ecosystem (VHA IE) focusing on VA employees who are working to change and save Veteran lives through innovation. This month meet Misoor Goueli, MD, MBA, staff physician at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center (CVAMC) and medical director of the CVAMC Simulation Lab. VHA Innovation […] The post Face of InnoVAtion: Misoor Goueli appeared first on VAntage Point.