Kidney Transplant program “gives Veterans their lives back” A special group of Veterans is on the road to a better quality of life thanks to a kidney transplant program at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. The program navigates Veterans through the complex process of getting on the transplant list, which can take six months to a year and includes a 37-point checklist.
Welcome Home 2011: May 22 at Camden Riversharks Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans can learn about their benefits while taking in a Camden Riversharks ballgame, thanks to the Philadelphia VA Medical Center's fourth annual Welcome Home event. Welcome Home 2011 will be held Sunday, May 22, at Campbell’s Field.
Afghanistan, Iraq Veterans gather at Philadelphia Zoo Philadelphia VA Medical Center staff recently welcomed more than 100 combat Veterans and their families to the third annual Welcome Home event at the Philadelphia Zoo. The day provided them with a chance to enjoy America's first zoo, as well as the opportunity to learn about the benefits they have earned. VA staff provided the Veterans and their loved ones with info on a range of benefits including health care, education, home loans and more.
Vets in Crisis Get a Chance, Not a Cell Veterans Treatment Courts divert those with mental health issues from the traditional justice system and give them treatment and tools for rehabilitation and readjustment.
A Week to Salute Veteran Patients! February 12-17 — “National Salute to Veteran Patients” week, a chance for the public to visit a VA Medical Center and learn about the sacrifices America’s Veterans they have made.
Salute to Vets - Valentine's Day Concerts February 12-17 — “National Salute to Veteran Patients” week, a chance for the public to visit a VA Medical Center and learn about the sacrifices America’s Veterans they have made.
Important Heart Health Facts for Veterans February is American Heart Month. Talk with your health care team about changes you can make to help you reduce your risk and improve your heart health.
National African-American History Month Black American women have struggled and sacrificed for the freedom of all Americans. “Black Women in American History and Culture” is the theme of African American History Month.
VA's Gateway to Mental Health Help Getting help for a mental health problem should not be hard. VA has ways for Vets to get the help they may need to keep mentally healthy. Start at the VA Mental Health web page.
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