Aid for Homeless During COVID-19 The CARES Act allocated $17.2 billion for the Veterans Health Administration during this pandemic. The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) will use $300 million to combat the increased risk of veterans experiencing homelessness from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the VA, veterans who are homeless or at… Read more »
There are times when building resilience requires the support of trained professionals. When you aren’t feeling resilient and the stresses in your life are overwhelming it is always appropriate to seek support. The following are mental health and resilience resources for veterans.
Emerald Health Bioceuticals Military Discount At Emerald Health Bioceuticals you can find plant-based phytocannabinoids and the nutritional support of the human endocannabinoid system. They are a subsidiary of Emerald Health Sciences. Their headquarters are in San Diego, CA and they offer 40% off of their entire product line. What is the discount? They offer 40%… Read more »
With COVID-19 affecting the globe, many find themselves in a desperate financial situation. For those currently in the Reserves or National Guard, or retired from either, it’s possible that you may have lost some of your income, especially if you are not currently on active duty and have a civilian job. You may even be… Read more »
COVID-19: What Veterans Need to Know As a veteran, you might be concerned about COVID-19 and what the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and its medical facilities are doing to protect and care for veterans during this pandemic. For up-to-date info on what organizations are doing to help during this unprecedented crisis, please visit –… Read more »
UPDATE: On April 15th, 2021, House Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA-13), introduced the Veterans Medical Marjuana Safe Harbor Act (HR 2588) to Congress. In addition to highlighting the need to deal with the chronic pain suffered by most Veterans, the bill seeks to accomplish three tasks. The bill would authorize: Veterans to use, possess, or transport… Read more »
Breast Cancer Screenings Will Use New Technology There is good news with regards to TRICARE and breast cancer screenings as the Department of Defense Department has added new technology for breast cancer screenings to its coverage. This was decided after female veterans in Congress pushed the Pentagon to make it available to active-duty service members,… Read more »
As a member of the military or a spouse of a member of the military, you are entitled to TRICARE, which is a benefit of serving. You might have TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Select or another TRICARE plan. One of the most common questions people have is what TRICARE is and what it actually covers. This… Read more »
Healthcare From Active Duty to National Guard There will be quite a few changes for those who decide to transition from active duty to National Guard. One of the biggest changes will be with healthcare from active duty to the National Guard or Reserves. As an active duty service member, you probably have one of… Read more »
Verizon, VA Team Up To Help Veterans Verizon and the US Department of Veterans Affairs, the VA, have partnered to help veterans who are also Verizon customers have access to the VA’s telehealth app “VA Video Connect” that launched in 2017. This app will enable remote consultations with healthcare professionals and with the partnership, the… Read more »