What to do if a Veteran you served with is talking about suicide
(Source – news.va.gov) Although we were trained to keep our cool in stressful situations, it’s still tough when we face
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Mental Health/Behavioral Health
Preparing to Hang Up the Car Keys as We Age
(By Judith Graham for KFF Health News) Lewis Morgenstern has made up his mind. When he turns 65 in four
Read MorePost-holiday winter blues? VA can help
(Source – news.va.gov) Now that the holidays are over and winter is settling in, are you feeling sad, depressed or
Read MoreAmericans on Medicare now get better access to mental health care. Here’s how
(By Juana Summers, Avery Keatley, and Sarah Handel for NPR) Starting Jan. 1, the more than 65 million Americans who
Read MoreMedicare expanding coverage
Congress has approved an expansion of mental health providers covered under the Medicare program. As of January 1, 2024, Medicare
Read MoreCheck in with the Veterans who seem to have it all together
(Source – news.va.gov) Here are some helpful thoughts about when you should check in with the Veterans in your life.
Read MoreDon’t let winter woes weigh on your wellness
(Source – news.va.gov) It’s easy to feel like hibernating all winter. Some people don’t like going out in cold weather.
Read MoreEmployers Use of Center of Excellence Programs as a Pathway for Behavioral Health Services
(By Nirmita Panchal, Matthew Rae, and Kaye Pestaina for the Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Dec 08, 2023) A growing number
Read MoreGive hope this holiday season
(Source – news.va.gov) In the past, as the holidays approached, I worried about gift buying, digging out decorations and wondering
Read MoreA conversation about Veteran suicide prevention can save a life
(Source – news.va.gov) I’ve found that many Veterans have a hard time reaching out for help when they’re going through
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