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New Legislation Allows GI Bill Benefits to Continue During COVID-19

by Alex O'Neil | Mar 30, 2020 | News & Updates

On March 21, 2020, Congress passed a critical piece of legislation that protects GI Bill benefits for military connected students who are taking online classes due to COVID-19. The legislation authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue to provide...

Multiple Resources for Veterans on COVID-19 Information

by Alex O'Neil | Mar 23, 2020 | News & Updates

Veterans have numerous resources available for the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) information. The overall federal government response can be found at www.coronavirus.gov. This page offers the most updated health-related guidance and information on the virus. VA...

Veteran News Network: TV for Vets, by Vets

by Alex O'Neil | Mar 20, 2020 | News & Updates

The VA is working to build trust, improve health outcomes and improve the Veteran experience through the Veteran News Network (VNN), which is currently being used by 53 VA Medical Centers across the country. VNN was created in response to customer feedback and offers...

Travel Booking Website Offers Deals for Military Community

by Alex O'Neil | Mar 18, 2020 | News & Updates

American Forces Travel is a convenient, online leisure travel booking website created for members of the U.S. military community. The site is designed to be a one-stop travel booking site and offers military discounts and helps fund other current and future MWR...

Registration Now Open for National Veterans Golden Age Games

by Alex O'Neil | Mar 16, 2020 | News & Updates

Veterans who wish to compete in the 2020 National Veterans Golden Age Games from June 22-27 in Madison, Wisconsin can now register online. Veterans must be at least 55 years old and receive VA health care. The Games is the premier senior adaptive rehabilitation...