by Christian Southards | Dec 1, 2021
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Wednesday that it is extending the response period for some veterans that receive letters from the VA between July 13 and Dec. 31, 2021 by 90 days. The extension period applies to all “time-limited notifications,”...
by Christian Southards | Sep 27, 2021
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Friday that veterans meeting certain criteria are now eligible for a COVID-19 booster from their local VA health care system, including in California. Currently, booster shots are only available for veterans, spouses,...
by Christian Southards | Aug 9, 2021
The California Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for input from veterans in San Bernardino County and veterans service organizations on how to improve operations at the Barstow Veterans Home, according to an internal stakeholder email. CalVet’s 2021 Barstow...
by Christian Southards | Jun 26, 2021
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Wednesday that it is extending its moratorium on foreclosures and evictions for VA home loan borrowers to July 31. The VA says the extension is intended to help veterans who may be struggling due to the economic impact...
by Christian Southards | May 26, 2021
The Department of Veterans Affairs has expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to adolescent beneficiaries of the Civilian Health and Medical Program, or CHAMPVA), the agency announced Tuesday. The change fulfills the VA’s obligation under the SAVE LIVES Act and will...
by Christian Southards | May 21, 2021
Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed California Comeback Plan will include a new $25 million grant program for veterans, according to the California Department of Veterans Affairs. If passed, the bill will establish the Veterans Support for Self Reliance program. This...
