Politically speaking, firearms are a divisive topic in this country. […]
Team Red White & Blue Executive Director You may know Team RWB as the organization that is getting Veterans active. And while physical and social activities are certainly WHAT we do, enriching Veteran’s lives is WHY we do it. This is how we do it.
One small act could save the life of a Veteran […]
Acting Executive Director, Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Center for PTSD On Aug. 29, the Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) celebrates its 25th anniversary. For the past 25 years, the Center has been the leader in research and education helping those who are living with PTSD. The anniversary comes as organizations across the country recognize the importance of mental health this September during Suicide Prevention Month.
In remarks to Veterans attending the 96th annual American Legion […]
Writer, VHA's Office of Communications Anywhere from 11 to 20 percent of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans develop PTS symptoms, according to VA estimates. These include flashbacks, nightmares, depression, social withdrawal, emotional numbing, hyper-alertness, anxiety and irritability.
Veteran, Veteran advocate
One Veteran suicide is too many. Read about a Marine Veteran's initiative to help Veterans in crisis.
Writer, VHA's Office of Communications
An "angel" helped Vietnam Veteran Joe Carr come back from homelessness and life troubles.
Public Affairs Specialist, Washington DC VA Medical Center
Veterans at the Washington DC VA Medical Center learn to channel memories into words as part of their healing process during a 13-week creative writing workshop.
Thanking a Veteran means something different to everyone. Some express […]
In observance of PTSD Awareness Month: June 2014, VAntage Point, […]
Last week, we shared our thoughts on the importance of […]