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VAntage Point Update

VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Veterans, military, families get answers to COVID-19 vaccine questions 02/05/2021 02:00 PM EST Veterans and military members received answers to COVID-19 vaccine questions from senior medical and military leaders during a virtual session Feb. 4 The post Veterans, military, families get answers to COVID-19 vaccine questions appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Vincent Brooks 02/05/2021 11:30 AM EST During Black History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Vincent K. Brooks, the first African American cadet brigade commander. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Vincent Brooks appeared first on VAntage Point. Veterans volunteer to help seniors stay in their homes 02/05/2021 10:00 AM EST Volunteers across America help Veterans in their homes. The Choose Home initiative lets Veterans at risk of moving into a nursing home or other institution stay in their home. And make new friends. The post Veterans volunteer to help seniors stay in their homes appeared first on VAntage Point. VA supports the White Ribbon campaign 02/05/2021 09:00 AM EST The White Ribbon VA call to action aims to end violence against women and girls, promote gender equity, healthy relationships and a new vision of masculinity. Here’s help if you have experienced IPV. The post VA supports the White Ribbon campaign appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on February 4, 2021February 4, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Veteran Service Organizations team up with VA to fight flu 02/04/2021 04:00 PM EST VA has joined forces with America’s Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) this year to fight flu together. VSOs are reaching out to their members, encouraging them to get flu shots … now. The post Veteran Service Organizations team up with VA to fight flu appeared first on VAntage Point. Albert Alexander: VA helped secure housing, economic stability for me and my family 02/04/2021 02:00 PM EST In this guest post, Army Veteran Albert Alexander discusses working with VA to secure housing and economic stability for he and his family. The post Albert Alexander: VA helped secure housing, economic stability for me and my family appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Marine Veteran Lee E. Blackmon 02/04/2021 11:30 AM EST During National African American History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Veteran Lee E. Blackmon, who received a Purple Heart during Vietnam. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Marine Veteran Lee E. Blackmon appeared first on VAntage Point. VA chaplains virtually connect Veterans in ICU 02/04/2021 10:00 AM EST Veterans in intensive care use iPads to see loved ones. VA chaplains facilitate these meaningful interactions using VA Video Connect. Their iPads are provided in collaboration with Apple. The post VA chaplains virtually connect Veterans in ICU appeared first on VAntage Point. Accessing the VA Podcast Network 02/04/2021 09:00 AM EST VA podcasts are valuable resources for Veterans. They contain information on programs, services, tips, stories and news from the VA, Veteran and military communities. These accessible, downloadable podcasts are created specifically for Veterans. The post Accessing the VA Podcast Network appeared first on VAntage Point. AARP celebrates Black Veterans who served 02/03/2021 04:00 PM EST AARP celebrates Black Veterans who served to ensure our freedom by sharing their stories. Read more on Hilda Griggs and Frank Macon. The post AARP celebrates Black Veterans who served appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on February 3, 2021February 3, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Friday is National Wear Red Day 02/03/2021 02:00 PM EST VA is encouraging Veterans and their families to participate in Wear Red Day on February 5. This annual event unites people nationwide around the common goal of eradicating heart disease. The post Friday is National Wear Red Day appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran William VanHooks Jr. 02/03/2021 11:30 AM EST During National African American History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran William VanHooks Jr., who served 22 years. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran William VanHooks Jr. appeared first on VAntage Point. Transitional Work Program helps Veteran find stability 02/03/2021 10:00 AM EST Marine Corps Veteran Len Woodard was a skilled welder by trade but wanted a different job for more stability. VA’s Transitional Work Program was a perfect answer. His instructor tells his story. The post Transitional Work Program helps Veteran find stability appeared first on VAntage Point. Face of InnoVAtion: Dr. Christopher Fowler 02/03/2021 09:00 AM EST Face of InnoVAtion is a regular series from the VHA IE focusing on VA employees who are working to change and save Veteran lives through innovation. The post Face of InnoVAtion: Dr. Christopher Fowler appeared first on VAntage Point. VA partner American Kidney Fund helps Veteran advocate 02/02/2021 04:00 PM EST A Veteran Navy hospital corpsman and her husband both had kidney failure. She describes the “earth shattering” experience and how a VA partnership with the American Kidney Fund has helped them cope. The post VA partner American Kidney Fund helps Veteran advocate appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on February 2, 2021February 2, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Help Veterans care for their mental and emotional health as a psychologist 02/02/2021 02:00 PM EST VA is hiring psychologists across the nation to help empower Veterans to take charge of their mental health and wellbeing. The post Help Veterans care for their mental and emotional health as a psychologist appeared first on VAntage Point. VA deploys Mobile Vet Centers to Capitol Grounds 02/02/2021 12:00 PM EST Today, VA announced the deployment of two Mobile Vet Centers to the Capitol Grounds to ensure that those impacted by the events of January 6th can access support and mental health resources needed during this critical time. The two Mobile Vet Centers will provide free, easily accessible mental health resources and counseling to the U.S. Capitol Police, members of the National Guard, and any Congressional staff in crisis. The post VA deploys Mobile Vet Centers to Capitol Grounds appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Jesse L. Brown 02/02/2021 11:30 AM EST During African American History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Jesse L. Brown, who was a pilot killed in action serving in the Korean War. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Jesse L. Brown appeared first on VAntage Point. Concerned about airborne hazard exposures? 02/02/2021 09:50 AM EST Veterans who served in Iraq, Afghanistan or other areas of Southwest Asia may have been exposed to airborne hazards like burn pits. Here’s how to proactively monitor your health and help other Veterans. The post Concerned about airborne hazard exposures? appeared first on VAntage Point. SSVF grantee, HomeFirst, helps Veteran find permanent housing 02/02/2021 09:00 AM EST HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County works with VA’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program to provide rapid re-housing and homeless prevention assistance to eligible Veterans and their families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.  The post SSVF grantee, HomeFirst, helps Veteran find permanent housing appeared first on VAntage Point. Medal of Honor recipient: get your COVID-19 vaccine 02/02/2021 08:15 AM EST Hershel “Woody” Williams survived Iwo Jima, destroying six enemy pillboxes. When offered the COVID-19 vaccine, the Medal of Honor recipient didn’t hesitate. The post Medal of Honor recipient: get your COVID-19 vaccine appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on February 1, 2021February 1, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   Live Whole Health #58: Mobility with Movement 02/01/2021 04:00 PM EST Mobility exercises can help maintain healthy joints and increase or maintain range-of-motion and flexibility which support our daily routine and athletic activities. The post Live Whole Health #58: Mobility with Movement appeared first on VAntage Point. New rollout tool notifies high-risk Vets when to expect their vaccine 02/01/2021 02:00 PM EST Veterans are wondering when they can receive the COVID-19 vaccine. VA facilities will notify Veterans in high-risk groups about their eligibility and when they can expect to get their vaccine. The post New rollout tool notifies high-risk Vets when to expect their vaccine appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Vivian Mildred Corbett Bailey 02/01/2021 11:30 AM EST During National African American History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Vivian Mildred “Millie” Corbett Bailey, who served in World War II. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Vivian Mildred Corbett Bailey appeared first on VAntage Point. Another delicious and healthy veggie for Veterans 02/01/2021 10:00 AM EST A VA dietitian nutritionist celebrates Sweet Potato Month with healthy food facts for Veterans. February is also African American Heritage Month: Check out her West African sweet potato peanut stew. The post Another delicious and healthy veggie for Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. Veterans receive cutting edge virtual reality treatments 02/01/2021 09:00 AM EST Through the VHA IE Extended Reality Network, VHA is using virtual reality to revolutionize how and where Veterans receive care. The post Veterans receive cutting edge virtual reality treatments appeared first on VAntage Point. Horses, homeless Veterans, learning to connect and trust 01/31/2021 04:00 PM EST Homeless Veterans discover the deep bonds humans and horses form through a unique form of interaction. The language of touch. Here’s how the basic emotion of trust helped these heroes. The post Horses, homeless Veterans, learning to connect and trust appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on January 31, 2021January 31, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Scott Kelley 01/31/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Scott Kelley, who served in public affairs during Operations Uphold Democracy, Rapid Guardian and Iraqi Freedom. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Scott Kelley appeared first on VAntage Point. Donating blood to Red Cross can earn $5 Amazon.com gift card 01/31/2021 09:00 AM EST Blood donors who come to give this February at American Red Cross locations will receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card via email, courtesy of Amazon. The post Donating blood to Red Cross can earn $5 Amazon.com gift card appeared first on VAntage Point. VA’s Survey of Healthcare Experience of Patients 01/30/2021 04:00 PM EST The best information we receive on how well VA serves the Veteran comes from the Veterans themselves. VA’s SHEP surveys provide valuable information to facility managers about the Veteran experience. The post VA’s Survey of Healthcare Experience of Patients appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on January 30, 2021January 30, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   #VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Max E. Mabry 01/30/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Air Force Veteran Max E. Mabry, who served as an aviation cadet during World War II and instructor during the Korean War. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Max E. Mabry appeared first on VAntage Point. Enter for a Chance to Win a $500 Valentine’s Gift Package on ShopVCS.com 01/29/2021 04:00 PM EST Sign up for a ShopVCS.com account and be entered for a chance to win a $500 Valentine Gift Package and get Valentine’s Day squared away with gifts on sale. The post Enter for a Chance to Win a $500 Valentine’s Gift Package on ShopVCS.com appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on January 29, 2021January 30, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   VA seeks executives to lead Veteran care in Michigan and more 01/29/2021 02:00 PM EST You can make a big impact and help shape Veterans’ health care as a VA Medical Center executive director or chief of staff. The post VA seeks executives to lead Veteran care in Michigan and more appeared first on VAntage Point. Acting Secretary Tran: VA to ease economic hardships for Veterans, their families, survivors and caregivers 01/29/2021 12:30 PM EST VA is steadfast leading the way in President Joseph Biden’s Jan. 22 Executive Order to deliver economic relief to Americans amid the COVID-19 crisis by addressing economic hardships the Veteran community faces during the ongoing pandemic.  The post Acting Secretary Tran: VA to ease economic hardships for Veterans, their families, survivors and caregivers appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Martha Ellen Birkhead 01/29/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Martha Ellen Birkhead, who served in the U.S., Italy and South Korea in the Army Nurse Corps. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Martha Ellen Birkhead appeared first on VAntage Point. Black Veterans support group brings fellowship, community, brotherhood 01/29/2021 10:00 AM EST A Seattle based Black Veterans support group helps Veterans with mental health conditions by strengthening community bonds. It’s about the importance of staying connected with each other and friends. The post Black Veterans support group brings fellowship, community, brotherhood appeared first on VAntage Point. RallyPoint members pay tribute to Veterans during the pandemic 01/28/2021 04:00 PM EST RallyPoint online community members pay tribute to and visit graves for others who are unable to travel or visit their deceased loved ones. Join this conversation and more on RallyPoint. The post RallyPoint members pay tribute to Veterans during the pandemic appeared first on VAntage Point.     Posted on January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 VAntage Point Update     VETERANS AFFAIRS         VAntage Point   VA Researchers Who Served: Nicholas Gatto 01/28/2021 02:00 PM EST Every piece of research done at HERL has the potential to improve the lives of Veterans and other people with disabilities. But the top priority is always on those who have served The post VA Researchers Who Served: Nicholas Gatto appeared first on VAntage Point. #VeteranOfTheDay Marine Corps Veteran Diego D. Pongo 01/28/2021 11:30 AM EST Today’s #VeteranOftheDay is Marine Corps Veteran Diego D. Pongo, a Raider who was killed in action fighting ISIS in Iraq. The post #VeteranOfTheDay Marine Corps Veteran Diego D. Pongo appeared first on VAntage Point. Columbia VA supports regional medical center with vaccine freezer 01/28/2021 10:00 AM EST When a regional medical center reached out to the Columbia VA with an urgent need for an ultra-low freezer to store COVID-19 vaccines, VA answered the call to support the request – VA’s Fourth Mission. The post Columbia VA supports regional medical center with vaccine freezer appeared first on VAntage Point. Three Diffusion of Excellence practices impacting Veteran lives across the country 01/28/2021 09:00 AM EST By finding, supporting, spreading, and adapting practices at VA, Diffusion of Excellence is bringing the best care and practices to more and more Veterans. The post Three Diffusion of Excellence practices impacting Veteran lives across the country appeared first on VAntage Point. Veterans deserve leader who will ‘fight relentlessly,’ says SecVA nominee 01/27/2021 05:00 PM EST Veterans deserve a leader who will “fight relentlessly” for them, said Denis McDonough, President Joe Biden’s nominee for VA secretary. The post Veterans deserve leader who will ‘fight relentlessly,’ says SecVA nominee appeared first on VAntage Point.