COVID-19
VA facilities require masks starting Thursday
WALLA WALLA – Starting Thursday, anyone entering the Walla Walla VA Medical Center, or its clinics will be required to use a face covering. This
May 6, 2020
6:49 pm
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emergency assistance
For now, Veterans Stand Down to move forward as planned
COOS COUNTY — In the midst of an ongoing pandemic, the biggest outreach event for veterans in the area is still moving forward as planned
May 6, 2020
7:26 am
COVID-19
Six ways to support our veteran-owned businesses
According to the Small Business Association, over 99% of America’s businesses are small businesses and employ nearly half of U.S. employees. Nearly 10% of all
May 5, 2020
10:29 pm
COVID-19
Get anytime access to mental health support with mobile apps
As we face physical distancing challenges alongside new anxieties, stresses, or even feelings of depression, accessing mental health resources remotely may be more important than
May 5, 2020
6:00 am
Navy Veteran Steve Ahlberg
In this week’s War Stories, producer Cody Rheault introduces us to Steve Ahlberg, a retired Navy SEAL now living in Redmond. Thanks to Gary Gruner Chevrolet Buick GMC for sponsoring
May 4, 2020
9:57 pm
Birthday parade makes local veteran’s day in Roseburg
ROSEBURG, Ore. — When a Douglas County resident realized she wouldn’t be able to make it home for her father’s birthday, Jackie Wilkerson called on
May 4, 2020
6:30 pm
COVID-19
VA encourages Veterans to make their mental health a priority
In recent weeks, you’ve probably put many aspects of your daily life on hold. But have you taken time for yourself? This Mental Health Month, pause
May 4, 2020
6:00 am
healthcare
VA Portland Veteran Connection Newsletter – May 2020
Read the latest from VA Portland in the May 2020 Veterans Connection Newsletter; Director’s message, new masking policy; VA Portland Waging War on Hepatitis C;
May 1, 2020
12:00 pm
COVID-19
Military bands offer free online performances
Military bands offer free online performances during the COVID-19 pandemic, which can help Veterans through this difficult time. “Music therapy is the evidence-based use of
April 29, 2020
11:29 am
My Life My Story program interviews Veterans across the country
Each weekday, VA shares a Veteran’s story and you are invited to listen in. “Story a Day” is a daily call that features Veteran stories
April 29, 2020
11:27 am
mental health
Can community engagement prevent Veteran suicides?
Social isolation and feelings of loneliness are associated with suicidal thoughts. Consequently, the more people feel disconnected from their friends, peers and colleagues, the more
April 28, 2020
6:50 am
COVID-19
Team Rubicon lives for disaster response. Here’s how it’s responding to COVID-19.
Team Rubicon is used to jumping in head first to support those in need. From serving during natural disasters like earthquakes or supporting the aftermath
April 27, 2020
3:53 pm