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You can change a life by encouraging a Veteran to get the mental health care they need. This Mental Health Month, show your support by sharing this image with your community. Learn more about Veterans' mental health. maketheconnection.net/MHM/

Caring and confidential support for #Veterans is available 24/7. No matter what you’re going through, you can reach the #VeteransCrisisLine by call, chat, or text.

VA Health Connect is a non-emergency medical service that allows you to speak with a nurse to determine the right course of action. va.gov/initiatives/va-health… Phone: 1-800-698-2411 This important service is available 24/7 nationwide and Veterans enrolled in VA Healthcare automatically have access. This matters because VA Health Connect can address a wide range of health concerns over the phone and prevent an unnecessary trip to urgent care or the emergency room. If you are experiencing symptoms and concerned about your health, call VA Health Connect today. It’s always better to check in than to wait. No question is too small. To learn more, visit VA Health Connect website, using the link provided in the description. As always, during a medical emergency, immediately call 911.

If you earned GI Bill benefits, don’t leave them on the table. VA is helping Veterans get more out of their education benefits -- starting with understanding what you’ve earned. The GI Bill can cover tuition, housing, books, and training programs. It can support degrees, certifications, and new career paths. VA offers tools to help you compare schools, understand your coverage, and make informed decisions before you enroll. Whether you’re heading to college, learning a trade, or building your next chapter, visit VA.gov and search “GI Bill.” #Veterans #VA #VABenefits #GIBill

If you see signs of crisis and aren’t sure what to do next, the #VeteransCrisisLine can help and get you connected to local support: Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

GI Bill® students: Did you verify your enrollment for February? All VA education beneficiaries, including Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35) students, must verify their enrollment at the end of each month to receive benefit payments. Learn more by visiting VA’s Verify School Enrollment webpage at va.gov/education/verify-scho….

Attention Veterans! Tax season is here – know your benefits! Non-taxable benefits: disability compensation, pension, health care, grants and education assistance. Taxable benefits: military retirement pay. Stay informed, take action, and make tax season a breeze!  news.va.gov/138085/tax-seaso…

The #VeteransCrisisLine can help Veterans’ family members and friends get connected with helpful resources too. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

Think smokeless tobacco is harmless? Think again. It’s loaded with harmful chemicals that can cause tooth loss and oral cancer. This Great American Spit Out, make long-lasting changes to your health by quitting. Learn more: Mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tob…

Recovery from traumatic brain injury (TBI) is possible with the right support. VA offers rehabilitation, mental health counseling, assistive technology, and medication to help you manage the effects of TBI. Explore treatment: Mentalhealth.va.gov/tbi/trea… #VAMentalHealthSupport

VA houses largest number of homeless Veterans in seven years news.va.gov/press-room/va-ho…

We know conquering tobacco cravings can be tough, and stopping altogether might take a few tries. With VA treatment options like counseling and medication, you can have the support and backup you need to succeed. Ready to Quit Like a Pro? Mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tob…

Everyone’s mental health journey is unique. VA provides personalized mental health care: therapy, medications, residential programs, and telehealth options. Start your healing journey: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help… #VAMentalHealthSupport

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proudly celebrates Women’s History Month. This month is an opportunity to remember and recognize the women Veterans who have fought for our country, women service members who defend our freedoms today, and our women teammates here at VA.

Beginning March 5, VA is expanding health care eligibility to all Veterans exposed to toxins and other hazards during military service – at home or abroad. Learn more at va.gov/PACT.

Veterans and volunteers interested in registering online for the 43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games (NVWG) can do so now through April 5, 2024! news.va.gov/129052/registrat…