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VA to Vaccinate Health Workers, Vets in Long-Term Care First

Over 190 VA locations tapped to administer COVID-19 vaccines and monitor side effects

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59-Year-Old Survives Boot Camp After Reenlisting

Monte Gould shares his experience

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98-Year-Old WWII Veteran Finally Honored

Daniel Crowley receives Combat Infantryman Badge

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Military Caregivers Face New Challenges During Pandemic

AARP and partners offer solutions and services

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'Sky Blossom' Salutes Young Caregivers of Disabled Vets

AARP-cosponsored film getting Oscar buzz

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VA's Program Can Cover Long-Term Care Costs for Vets

Qualifying veterans can receive thousands per month

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Author Chronicles the Stories of Women Veterans

New book grew out of a military photo exhibit

Military transition to civilian job

Out of Uniform and Into the Job Market

8 steps toward a transition to civilian employment

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Tuskegee Airman Gets Wish to Help Dyslexic Students

Frank Macon overcame learning struggles

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Work and Jobs

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Tips and Tools That Can Help Veterans Get Jobs

Find employers that offer programs for vets

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Résumé Writing Tips for Veterans

Make your military skills work for you

Health and Wellness

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How to Navigate VA Health Care Benefits

Understand paths to eligibility and your best options

The Tibor Rubin Veteran Affairs Medical Center in Long Beach on Wednesday, July 31, 2019.

VA Coronavirus Deaths Top 7,900; Cases Above 192,000

Guests not allowed in certain facilities

Financial Resources

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How Do States Tax Military Retirement Pay?

Check the rates where you live

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VA Home Loan Benefit Evens Field in High-Value Markets

It isn't just for first-time home buyers or onetime use

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In this May 13, 2020 file photo, Emily DiPalma Aho looks over photographs and memorabilia of her father, Emilio DiPalma, a World War II veteran,

VA Needs to Supervise State Veterans Homes Better

GAO report looks at weak oversight

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Track the Status of Nursing Home Visits in Your State

Some facilities are accepting visitors

Scams and Fraud

Marine Corps Base Lejeune, North Carolina - A light armored vehicle commander with 1st Platoon, Company A, 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, was awarded the Purple Heart here May 23.

Vietnam Veteran Hit by Heartless Fraudsters

He lost money and personal data

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Veterans, Military Spouses Top Targets of Employment Scams

More likely than civilian job seekers to be ensnared

Discounts and Benefits

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Military Discounts for Veterans and Their Families

Eligible for discounted travel, cars, shopping and more

AARP Veterans Membership discounts

AARP Veterans and Military Membership Discount

Save up to 30% and get a free gift

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