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If massive Defense Department cuts go through next year, little-noticed potential victims on the chopping block include the schools on military bases in the U.S. and abroad.

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.

As part of its “Plan to End Veteran Homelessness,” the Veterans Administra-tion (VA) estimates there is a critical need for about 90,000 units of perma-nent housing for homeless and low-income veterans.

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VA employs 500 full-time chaplains to serve the spiritual and emotional needs of Veterans across the country.

As the Pentagon scales back amid looming budget cuts, it envisions a smaller, more flexible and technologically advanced force.

VA and Housing and Urban Development recently released a national report that shows Veteran homelessness fell nearly 12 percent between January 2010 and January 2011.

VA's GI Bill page can help you apply for education benefits, answer frequently asked questions, and even help you decide on the best school that suits your needs. Also, keep up to date with the Post-9/11 GI Bill Facebook page.

Veterans at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital were honored to have a visit on Thanksgiving from the Commanding General of the Natick Soldier Systems Center, Brigadier General John McGuiness, a combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, and his wife Gail.

The Military Construction and Veterans Affairs portion" of a fiscal 2012 omnibus bill "includes larger-than-expected reductions.

VA and Housing and Urban Development recently released a national report that shows Veteran homelessness fell nearly 12 percent between January 2010 and January 2011.

Music therapy has been embraced for years as an effective therapy to help Veteran patients cope with physical or emotional injuries

Veterans Health Matters is a new wellness magazine for Veterans receiving their health care in the VA Sunshine Healthcare Network of eight VA medical centers and more than 50 clinics.

VA is committed to supporting Veterans and their families even during limited operations in absence of appropriations, commonly known as a government "shutdown".

VA’s Health Services Research & Development Service recently launched a Webpage designed for the Veteran community.

A wounded warrior limped into Ryan Blanck's office at the Center for the Intrepid here one day with a plea for help.

The "70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor – Wednesday, Dec. 7 – comes as another new generation of service men and women return home from the war in Iraq, where US troops will exit by the end of the month.

Veterans now have on-demand access and can download official data about their military training and experience, which can be used to help them find jobs and continue their careers.

Looking to head back to school? Visit VA’s GI Bill page to apply for benefits online, browse frequently asked questions, and read a guide for choosing the right school for you.

The Senate will vote next week on whether to extend the Social Security payroll tax cut that is set to expire at the end of the year, President Obama said Tuesday, although Republican opposition seems likely to doom it.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced its information technology (IT) systems development metrics for fiscal year (FY) 2011, highlighting its successful delivery of 89 percent of all IT project milestones.

From the challenge of coming home to the issue of jobs, on Veterans Day, Secretary Shinseki is talking about how important Veterans are to America--and how important it is to leverage their skills.

Veterans! Here’s your Top 10 News stories of the day compiled from the latest sources We encourage you to browse our list so that you can take what you want and keep what you need

How to Help Vets after Veterans Day Veterans Day is celebrated just once a year, but there’s a lot you can do to support Veterans year round. Learn more from one Veteran and VA employee at VAntage Point.

The week of Veterans Day is a great time to connect with VA through social media. Learn the latest from the Department by “liking” us on Facebook and following us on Twitter. And be sure to connect with your local facility, too!

Veterans! Here’s your Top 10 News stories of the day compiled from the latest sources. We encourage you to browse our list so that you can take what you want and keep what you need.

Veterans from across the country recently gathered in Arkansas for The National Veterans Creative Arts Festival, where they exhibited original artwork and performed a variety of musical and stage acts.

Under the strain of a poor economy, many Veterans must endure the stresses of navigating the job-hunting jungle as they search for work or a course of study to enhance their resumes.

At the 2011 National Veterans Creative Arts Festival, 108 Veteran artists and performers spent the week in Northwest Arkansas to celebrate the therapeutic value of the arts with a gala stage show, and introductions to new forms of artwork.

We encourage you to browse our list so that you can take what you want and keep what you need.

The mental health care provided by the US Department of Veterans Affairs for veterans is as good as or better than that reported by the private, Medicare, or Medicaid systems.

More than 100 talented Veterans from across the Nation will attend the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival in Fayetteville, Ark., Oct. 17 – 23, showcasing their winning entries in art, music, dance, drama and creative writing.

Veteran recalls bombing runs over Europe. Anniston Star According to the US Department of Veterans Affairs, 28900 WWII veterans are still living in Alabama, 780 of whom are in Calhoun County. However, Veterans Affairs also estimates that approximately 1000 WWII veterans die every day nationwide. ...

VA is bringing its internal message of culture change to the public with a new video about the vital role women play in the military, and the importance of providing women Veterans with high quality health care.

VA is launching a nation-wide outreach initiative, “Make the Call,” to spread the message about its special programs to help homeless Vets and their families to 28 communities across the nation in October.

Helping a Homeless Veteran is only a phone call away. VA’s Homeless Veterans Program Office is on a mission to ensure that everyone from VA employees, to first responders and civilian personnel know who and where to call should they encounter a homeless Veteran or a Veteran at-risk of becoming homeless.

As part of its drive to end homelessness among Veterans by 2015, the Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a nation-wide outreach initiative, “Make the Call,” to spread the message about its special programs to help homeless Veterans and their families to 28 communities across the nation in October.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $98.8 million contract to build a new rehabilitation facility located on the campus of the VA Palo Alto Health Care System.

Veterans! Here’s your Top 10 News stories of the day compiled from the latest sources. We encourage you to browse our list so that you can take what you want and keep what you need

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the integral role of early detection in the prevention of breast cancer, all are encouraged to celebrate National VA Think Pink Day on Thursday, October 13th by wearing a pink ribbon and/or pink clothing.

As more women join the military, VA has expanded care and benefits they have earned through service, including a grant that helped build a home for homeless female Veterans to help them get back on their feet.

The Cincinnati VA Medical Center’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program for COPD recently received certification by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, making it the second VA program of its kind to receive this certification.