Apply today for grant funding for your community-based organization. April 26 is the deadline—late applications will not be accepted. Review application materials: MentalHealth.VA.gov/ssgfox-grants

If you notice a #Veteran friend posting about suicide or emotional distress on social media, you can take steps to support them. You don’t have to be a health care professional—just be there for them and let them know you care. Learn how to respond: MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven….

· Move your body in May! If there was a single prescription to prevent and treat dozens of diseases, it would be physical activity. Learn how moving helps your body and your mind to #LiveWholeHealth. youtube.com/watch?v=1K2KxJ…

WRJ Route 5 is under construction. We connected with VT AOT and learned that they anticipate being in front of our Main Campus in WRJ until 6/21 (weather permitting). Delays expected with lane closures happening. Please leave early when visiting WRJ VA Campus. Updates will cont.

Today we remember the D-Day landings at Normandy. We honor those WWII Veterans who took part in Operation Overlord by storming beaches and parachuting behind enemy lines. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice.

“They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate.” — President Franklin D. Roosevelt'

June is PTSD Awareness Month. If you think you may have PTSD, VA has resources that can help: MentalHealth.va.gov/ptsd/index.asp

· Your mind is powerful, and you can use it to #LiveWholeHealth. Learn how thoughts affect the body and how the body affects thoughts. youtube.com/watch?v=ltKVSF…

VA has a variety of mental health resources, information, treatment options, and more—all accessible to Veterans, their supporters and the general public. During Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, learn more about VA mental health care: MentalHealth.va.gov

MVP is part of VA's history, using data to study conditions that matter to Veterans. news.va.gov/132867/mvp-cha…

The findings of this new MVP study underscore the importance and positive impact of diverse representation in genetic research, paving the way for significant advances in health care tailored to Veteran population-specific needs. news.va.gov/133297/new-mvp…

With the official VA Health and Benefits app, you can manage your VA health care, benefits, and payments from your mobile phone or tablet. Download this one-stop shop today or learn more at digital.va.gov.

Relationships affect your health and well-being. Learn how improving relationships can help you #LiveWholeHealth. youtube.com/watch?v=4xUQZE…

we will NEVER forget

On Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. May we never forget their courage and sacrifice on this day of remembrance.

VA has mental health resources to address the unique stressors and experiences that Veterans may face. We’re just a click, call, text, or chat away. MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/index…

New study led by WRJ VAMC researcher reveals a striking decline in vascular surgeries due to COVID-19, with a 47% drop initially and an additional 34% during the Omicron surge. vaww.research.cfde.webdev.va.gov/currents/0824-…

VA is dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ Veterans manage their mental health challenges in a sensitive, respectful environment. Find healing: MentalHealth.va.gov/lgbtq-plus/ind…

Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer among Veterans, but catching it early means a much higher rate of success for treatment. Talk to your doctor. #NationalLungCancerScreeningDay prevention.va.gov/preventing_dis…

WWII Veteran Harlan Springer joined the Navy because “it was the thing to do.” Today, he trusts Bay Pines VAHCS to take care of him. This Veterans Month, hear Harlan’s story of service and learn why he chooses VA.