by Rikki Almanza | Mar 1, 2024
A recent study conducted by non-profit Disabled American Veterans, or DAV, revealed a concerning trend: Women Veterans are facing a disproportionately high rate of suicide compared to their male counterparts and civilians. From 2020 to 2021, the suicide rate among...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 27, 2024
A recent study by the Government Accountability Office, or GAO, revealed that Student Veterans are accessing mental health care services at a significantly higher rate compared to other Veterans. This difference indicates both the challenges they face and their...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 26, 2024
Today, the VA announced that all Veterans, regardless of where they served, who were exposed to toxins or other hazards during their military service, will be eligible for VA health care beginning March 5. This expansion of VA health care benefits will open its doors...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 22, 2024
The VA is implementing new anti-fraud measures that will impact how Veterans receive their benefits. Under these changes, Veterans will no longer be able to use multiple bank accounts for different VA benefits, affecting approximately 50,000 current G.I. Bill benefit...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 21, 2024
Join The American Legion Palisades Post 283 in Pacific Palisades, CA, on March 2 for the “Challenges and Opportunities” forum for Women Veterans. Doors open at 10 a.m. for this free event, providing a platform for women who have served to connect and...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 20, 2024
The 2024 VA Veterans Day Poster Contest is now accepting entries, providing an opportunity for artists to showcase their talent while paying tribute to Veterans. The contest is open to all individuals and artwork should reflect this year’s theme, “A...
