VCP is hiring Veterans, VA proposes regulations to expand caregiver program, How to access urgent care via MISSION Act

VA Ranks Sixth in New Best Places to Work

#VetResources - for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers and Survivors SIGN UP for this weekly newsletter. VIEW/SHARE as a page.  VA Podcast: Honoring Vietnam Veterans, MG James T. Jackson Veteran News Network: Flu Shots, MyHealtheVet, VA Solid Start Program Photo of the week: We honor women Veterans, past and present Video of the week: Women's History Month 2020 Veterans Curation Program trains and hires Veterans The Veterans Curation Program is a paid training initiative offering Veterans education about archaeological processing, professional growth and development assistance, including time and instruction for resume building and job searches.  LEARN MORE HIRE Vets Medallion Award application now open The 2020 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application is now open to employers until April 30, 2020. The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is a Labor Department recognition for employers that commit to hiring and retaining Veterans into meaningful, family-sustaining careers. LEARN MORE VA ranks sixth in new best place to work report For the second year in a row, VA ranks sixth among the 17 largest federal agencies considered the Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. The annual Partnership for Public Service report measures employee satisfaction and helps agencies work to improve it. LEARN MORE VA proposes regulations to expand caregiver program The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will publish a proposed rule in the Federal Register March 6 that would improve and standardize VA's Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and ensure the program regulations reflect changes required by the VA MISSION Act of 2018. READ MORE VA announces mobile app for Veterans to access health data VA will release new capabilities this summer providing Veterans who receive care at VA with the ability to access their personal medical data using the Health Records on iPhone feature from Apple for iPhone.  The app also brings together hospitals and clinics outside VA, allowing Veterans to see their available medical data from multiple providers, including VA, whenever they choose.  LEARN MORE End Veteran Homelessness Challenge Schools and student councils across the country competed in the annual End Veteran Homelessness Challenge. The Challenge raises money and collects household essential items for Veterans.  VA and its partners congratulate Kaʻōhao School in Hawaii for winning the challenge. LEARN MORE VA MISSION Act: Answers to questions about VA's urgent care benefit VA facilities across the country offer same-day primary care and mental health services, and many offer additional services as well. With the new community urgent care benefit, eligible Veterans can also visit a local walk-in retail health clinic or urgent care center that is part of VA's contracted network. Urgent care providers treat non-emergent symptoms or conditions such as ear infections, minor burns, and mild skin infections. LEARN MORE RallyPoint and VA talk Veteran online communities VA and RallyPoint teamed up for a #VetResources Facebook Live last week to discuss how each creates online communities for Veterans. They shared detailed information about where to find online resources, and how Veterans can connect online with former battle buddies, discuss issues that they have in common, and learn about resources that can help. Discuss on RallyPoint WATCH Major General shares mission of the Vietnam War Commemoration On this week's episode of Borne the Battle, Major General James T. Jackson shares the vision and mission behind the efforts of the Vietnam War Commemoration and how you can help participate. LISTEN LEARN MORE  Did you know the National Resource Directory has more than 14,000 vetted resources available to you right now? Resources like the Caregiver Action Network: Promoting resourcefulness and respect for the more than 90 million family caregivers across the country. VAntage Point "Pay for Success" helps Veterans with PTSD find and keep meaningful jobs Coronavirus: Be informed and call your provider if symptoms develop Women Veterans' Night Out in Pensacola The Wounds of War: Caring for America's Warriors Marine Veteran commends VA diabetes campaign VA offers inpatient rehab services to help Veterans regain independence America's Warrior Partnership Network connects Veterans to national resources VA Compensated Work Therapy graduating class NFL player returns home, visits Veterans at VA hospital 2020 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application now open Amarillo VA Telephone Town Hall goes big Veterans: Hear stories of recovery VA Telehealth comes to a Vermont 'living room" Safe Firearm Storage Saves Lives Texas Veteran, 96, benefits from home telehealth "Pay for Success" helps Veterans with PTSD find and keep meaningful jobs VA News Releases VA's judge employment peaks, as department continues record breaking appeals progress VA resolution of legacy appeals reaches another milestone Find a VA Facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Not sure where to start?  VA WELCOME KIT   No Veteran Should Be Without a Place to Call Home Free Help for Homeless Veterans Dial 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838) for 24/7 access VA's services for homeless and at-risk Veterans Homeless Veteran Chat Confidential, 24/7 online support for homeless Veterans and friends https://www.va.gov/homeless for more information Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?  Did you know that VA offers same day services in Primary Care and Mental Health at 172 VA Medical Centers across the country? Make the Connection Resource Locator Contact the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255.) RallyPoint can connect you with opportunities that provide support. Also, learn about no-cost PTS treatment programs. HEAR STORIES OF RECOVERY FROM VETERANS LIKE YOU.