Veteran Affairs (VA) telehealth options here to stay in US
Telehealth and online medical appointments will remain a key part of veterans health care even after the pandemic disappears, the Veterans Affairs secretary promised on Wednesday. But department officials may need Congress’ help to ensure that. VA Secretary Denis McDonough made an an appearance before the Senate Appropriations Committee. He noted that online video appointments between department physicians and […]
Love We Share Foundation – Preserving Korean War Veteran memories through music
As June 2020 marked the 70th anniversary of the beginning of the Korean War, the Love We Share Foundation had plans to remember Korean war veterans across Canada through music with support from the Commemorative Partnership Program for all Canadian veterans. Small concerts were planned from Vancouver to Halifax, and various map dots in-between. COVID-19 put a damper on […]
Wounded Iraq War veteran gets custom-built home through Gary Sinise’s charity
Iraq war veteran -retired Army Capt.- Juan Guerrero and his family moved into a specialized smart home, mortgage-free, outside of San Antonio, Texas, last week. Guerrero was critically wounded by a roadside bomb in Iraq and eventually lost both of his legs. Last week he received a custom-built home from the Gary Sinise Foundation, started by the Academy […]
A US Air Force vet brings drone soccer to America
A Us Vet -former Air Force combat pilot – is working to make drones and robotics accessible to students through the emerging sport of drone soccer. The sport takes the typical after-school robotics club to the next level and may look slightly familiar to Harry Potter’s Quidditch. Thanks to Maj. Kyle Sanders, it is making headway […]
Canadian Veterans Affairs launches online public consultation on future of remembrance
As Canadian Veterans evolve, so should the ways in which we honor them. Earlier this year, we showcased our expanded approach to remembrance which seeks to recognize all who have served our country in uniform, both here at home and around the world. As we continue to honor our veterans of both World Wars and […]
Royal British Legion ‘to stop selling poppies in EU due to Brexit’ to help veterans
The Royal British Legion will reportedly no longer sell poppies to help veterans the European Union due to post-Brexit bureaucracy. The charity, which supports members of the British Armed Forces and veterans, has emailed its supporters last week. The members should “stop sales to customers in EU countries” for the foreseeable future until Brexit legislation […]
Homelessness among vets could spike as pandemic protections ending
Advocates warned that ending pandemic financial protections, combined with ongoing housing problems in recent years, could lead to an “unprecedented wave of homeless veterans” in the coming months. They’re pushing for more resources to help those vulnerable veterans but also intervention from federal and local officials to maintain those protections for a little longer, to […]
2021 Veterans Day To Be Honoring the 100-year history of the Tomb of the Unknown Solider
This Veterans Day will mark 100 years since the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery has honored the remains of unidentified U.S. soldiers. The Memorial Amphitheater, located by the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, holds two major services each year—one on Memorial Day and one on Veterans Day. Each ceremony attracts about 5,000 people. […]
It’s All About Service: 4 Tips For Finding The Right Entrepreneurial Fit for Veteran Transition
One thing veterans have in common is the entrepreneurial spirit. It is developed by the discipline and skills that come with being in the military. These skills include determination, relationship building, process orientation, and a passion for service. And these invaluable skills are easily transferable to building and operating a business during the veteran transition. […]
‘They Were Soldiers’ Shares Inspirational Stories From 48 Vietnam Vets
A best-selling author and distinguished war correspondent collaborate on this tribute to US Vietnam vets Many of the 2.7 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War returned to a divided country in great political turmoil. A new book, They Were Soldiers: The Sacrifices and Contributions of Our Vietnam Veterans, tells the stories of 48 male and […]