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Veterans Health Care
June 29, 2023
VA health care news you can use
There’s a lot going on in VA health care. Here are some of our latest stories about Veterans and for Veterans. Find out how to apply for VA health care benefits.
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Learn about your PACT Act benefits at VetFest
Don’t miss out on the PACT Act benefits you’ve earned—file for them soon. Learn more at a VetFest near you.
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Veterans cost of living allowance set to increase
A new law guarantees that you’ll receive a cost-of-living adjustment to your VA compensation that is equal to the COLA applied to Social Security benefits.
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Working to ensure all Veterans feel safe and welcome
There is an LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator at every VA facility to help you get the care you need.
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Help other Veterans find their path
to fulfillment
VA is looking for Veterans who have experience recovering from a mental health condition to become peer specialists.
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