Title:U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Description:The US Department of Veterans Affairs provides patient care and federal benefits to veterans and their dependents. The home page for the Department of Veterans Affairs provides links to veterans benefits and services, as well as information and resources for other Departmental programs and offices.
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Veterans Health Benefits Handbooks
VA is sending new Health Benefits Handbooks to Veterans enrolled in VA health care starting this month. The handbooks are personalized with details on VA health services each Veteran may be eligible to receive. Learn more
New Online Enrollment Application Available for Servicemembers
VA partnered with the First Army at Camp Shelby, Miss., to launch a streamlined version of its online application for VA health benefits (VA Form 1010EZ) for Servicemembers returning from deployment. Learn more
VA Caregivers: Heroes for Vets
Caregivers have been the silent heroes behind disabled Veterans. Read about the love of one couple in the midst of challenging care. Learn more about VA #39;s Caregiver program
VA Looks to Solve Genetic Mysteries
VA #39;s Million Veteran Program is seeking volunteers to build a blood sample bank in an effort to solve genetic mysteries. The program may help in the development of better treatments and preventive measures. Read more
Wear Red for Heart Health
Friday was National Wear Red Day, an effort to raise awareness for heart disease in women. Learn more about how to take control of your own heart health.
In The News
New Online Enrollment Application Available for Servicemembers
VA partnered with the First Army at Camp Shelby, Miss., to launch a streamlined version of its online application for VA health benefits (VA Form 1010EZ) for Servicemembers returning from deployment. VA will introduce it at demobilization sites nationwide by early spring 2012. More information
Over 500 Vets Hired at VA #39;s Hiring Fair
With the success of its recent "Hiring Fair" in Washington, which resulted in more than 500 tentative job offers for Veterans, VA is looking at ways to expand VA #39;s traditional hire-a-vet program with major Veteran-focused career fairs throughout the country. More information
VA, NFFE Reach Agreement on New Union Contract
Officials of the Department of Veterans Affairs and the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) have reached final agreement on a new national collective bargaining agreement, their first since 1997. More information
VA Caregivers Support Line Celebrates First Anniversary
On Feb. 1, VA marked the one-year anniversary of the toll-free National VA Caregiver Support Line, 1-855-260-3274. The support line #39;s dedicated staff has helped more than 25,000 Veterans, family members and Caregivers connect to resources and receive access to services they have earned. More information
Hot Topics
VA Posts Draft 2011 Report of the Gulf War Veterans Illnesses Task Force
The 2011 Report of the Gulf War Veterans Illnesses Task Force 30 day public comment period closed November 22nd. Users visited the
online forum
to weigh in the seven sections of this year rsquo;s report and posted over 450 comments and ideas related to Gulf War care and services. The Gulf War Veterans Illnesses Task Force sincerely appreciates the feedback provided by the community and is now conducting an analysis of the information received and expects to publish the final report in January 2012. Download a copy of the draft report for review.
Marine Veterans Stationed at Camp Lejeune
If you were stationed or worked at Camp Lejeune before 1987, you may have been exposed to contaminants in the drinking water supply. Visit the Camp Lejeune Historic Drinking Water site for more information and to register for water testing notifications.
VA Publishes its 2011 Performance and Accountability Report
On November 15th, VA published its 2011 Performance and Accountability Report (PAR). The PAR is VA rsquo;s report card and describes 2011 performance results achieved compared to performance targets. It enables the President, Congress, Veterans Service Organizations, and the public to assess VA rsquo;s performance on behalf of America rsquo;s Veterans. View the report for more information.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ndash; 810 Vermont Avenue, NW ndash; Washington, DC 20420
Reviewed/Updated Date: February 9, 2012