by Rikki Almanza | Jun 23, 2025
Lawmakers have introduced the Vietnam Veteran Commemoration Fund Act, a bipartisan bill extending federal efforts to recognize Vietnam War-era Veterans before the program’s official end on November 11. The Vietnam War Commemoration program, established by Congress in...
by Rikki Almanza | Feb 1, 2024
In a move to support aging Veterans and combat homelessness, California launched the Veterans Support to Self-Reliance Pilot Program last year. Targeting Veterans aged 55 and above, the program enhances on-site supportive services at permanent supportive...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 19, 2023
The United States is witnessing a significant increase in the number of elderly military Veterans. As the Veteran population ages, it becomes essential to address their needs and ensure they receive the care and support they deserve. The demographics of the...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 8, 2023
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that older Veterans who were admitted for COVID-19 treatment had a higher survival rate when treated at Veterans Affairs medical centers compared to local community hospitals. The study demonstrates the...
