5/7/2012

Unemployment drops among Iraq and Afghanistan vets

The various initiatives aimed at helping veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan appear to be paying dividends. read more »

5/1/2012

Proposed bill aims to increase assistance to severely wounded troops

A bill introduced by California congressman Rep. Joe Baca hopes to lift a cap that he says limits the amount of care severely wounded soldiers receive. read more »

4/30/2012

World War II vet still an active volunteer at 102

Bea Abrams Cohen may have left military service decades ago, but the 102-year-old World War II veteran has not stopped supporting her fellow servicemembers. read more »

4/27/2012

Executive order aimed at helping veteran students

The Post-9/11 GI Bill provided some of the best education benefits for returning soldiers, but it also attracted the attention of unscrupulous colleges looking to take advantage of veterans. read more »

4/27/2012

George W. Bush hosts second annual wounded warrior bike ride

Former President George W. Bush has largely been out of the public eye since leaving office in 2009, but on Thursday he emerged in support of America's servicemembers. read more »

4/25/2012

Proposed law sees mixed reaction from vets groups

When Rep. Bill Owens introduced a bill that would automatically enroll war veterans in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health system, he did so with the intention of reducing paperwork and easing the transition. read more »

4/24/2012

White House says VA healthcare protected from budget cuts

For months, veterans have been worried whether the possible sweeping budget cuts would impact their healthcare, but the White House recently put many of those fears to rest. read more »

4/20/2012

VA to hire more staff to address mental health

Many people in the military community have called for an increased focus on the mental health of soldiers, and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has apparently been listening. read more »

4/19/2012

Posthumous Medal of Honor to be given to Vietnam vet

More than 42 years after his death, a Vietnam veteran is set to be given the highest award the military can bestow. read more »

4/16/2012

Veteran suicide issue not getting the attention it deserves, some say

Suicide among veterans is one of the most serious issues that very few people talk about, but there are some who hope to bring the issue to the public's attention. read more »

4/12/2012

Job market for young vets improving

A lot has been said about how difficult it is for young veterans to find employment opportunities, but things have been improving in the early part of 2012. read more »

4/11/2012

Nurses to receive TBI training

Over the last decade, the importance of recognizing traumatic brain injuries (TBI) has become increasingly clear, and the White House recently unveiled a new effort to improve the treatment. read more »

4/10/2012

Missouri program helps veterans find jobs

Nationwide unemployment among veterans is a significant problem, but one state has had some success in lowering the figures. read more »

4/9/2012

Changes to benefits irk older military retirees

Suggested changes to military benefits, including an enrollment fee for TRICARE, have made many people unhappy, but few are as concerned as older veterans. read more »

4/9/2012

Homelessness among female vets becoming a growing problem

The number of female soldiers has risen over the last decade or so, causing a growing number of women to face issues that used to affect male veterans almost exclusively. read more »

4/5/2012

Transition services now a requirement for soldiers leaving active duty

Making the move from active duty to civilian life is difficult for many soldiers, and the Army recently instituted a new policy to help make the process a little smoother. read more »

4/3/2012

Utah convention hopes to ease reintegration for vets

Transitioning into civilian life can be difficult for many servicemembers, but Utah legislators hope their efforts can make it a little bit easier. read more »

4/3/2012

Vietnam vets get long overdue recognition

Although they risked their lives for their country, many Vietnam veterans felt they did not get the welcome home they deserved 40 years ago. read more »

3/30/2012

PTSD may even affect vets who don't have it

For veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be difficult to overcome - even if they don't have it. read more »

3/29/2012

Senator launches investigation into PTSD diagnosis, treatment

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has become an important issue to veteran advocates, and one of the Senate's leading voices on veteran health is launching an investigation into how hospitals deal with PTSD. read more »

3/28/2012

IAVA supports new bill to help vets go to school

The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides some of the greatest education benefits available to servicemembers, and the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), along with a trio of senators, recently unveiled legislation looking to improve it. read more »

3/22/2012

IAVA unveils new benefits calculator

Soldiers who have served over the last 10 years have a lot of benefits available to them, but they may not know exactly what they are. read more »

3/12/2012

Vets jobless rate falls in February

The Obama administration has been doing a lot to help lower the unemployment rate among veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, and their efforts appear to be having a positive effect. read more »

3/12/2012

VA testing new benefits application process

Reserve and National Guard troops returning from combat will find an easier way to apply for health benefits when they come home. read more »

3/9/2012

Pair of veteran employment bills being considered by Congress

Congress has taken several steps forward in improving the job market for veterans, and two more bills are up for consideration before the House Veterans' Affairs Committee's economic opportunity panel. read more »

3/1/2012

Iraq vets honored at White House dinner

For the first time since they returned from Iraq, America's troops were officially honored by President Barack Obama at a White House dinner Wednesday. read more »

2/29/2012

VA, DoD both look at mental health treatment

Of all the effects combat has on soldiers, some of the most serious injuries cannot be seen by the naked eye. read more »

2/27/2012

Louisiana bills aimed at helping vets, military families

Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal recently proposed new laws aiming to make life a little easier for military families and veterans. read more »

2/24/2012

Pentagon plan requires TRICARE recipients to pay more

A proposal from the Pentagon to raise fees for all TRICARE beneficiaries is being met with some resistance from veterans groups. read more »

2/23/2012

As Pentagon budget cuts loom, number of vets in Congress rises

From changes in retirement benefits to concerns about deployment, issues facing the military are some of the biggest topics being tackled in Congress. read more »

2/22/2012

Ohio Rep. proposes bill to help veteran-owned businesses

Nobody knows the needs of veterans more than the former servicemembers themselves, and a proposed bill looks to take advantage of that. read more »

2/15/2012

Dempsey stands behind fee hike

Among the proposed changes to military benefits under the 2013 Pentagon budget is a provision that would require retirees to pay a bit more for healthcare. read more »

2/13/2012

GE pledges to hire 5,000 vets over five years

n an effort to help veterans get back to work, General Electric recently announced plans to hire 5,000 servicemembers over the next five years. read more »

2/13/2012

Hunting program helps wounded warriors transition

For the last two years, officials from Colorado Parks and Wildlife have helped soldiers obtain hunting licences and waived any necessary fees for the process. read more »

2/9/2012

Soldier vows to complete 1 million push ups for charity

Most New Year's resolutions fizzle out after a month or two, but Sgt. Enrique Trevino has a much greater incentive to complete his goal. read more »

2/8/2012

Military doctor, Jeopardy winner donates haul to charity

Contestants on the venerable game show Jeopardy often come home with big pay days, and while many choose to use the money on themselves, that's not the case for one recent winner. read more »

2/7/2012

DoD officials urge TRICARE beneficiaries to visit military hospitals

Servicemembers who receive TRICARE benefits have the option of going to private providers authorized by the plan, but visiting military hospitals and clinics may save the Department of Defense billions of dollars, Military Times reports. read more »

2/7/2012

Court decision approves more benefits for soldiers with PTSD

For years, veterans who left service between 2003 and 2008 with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were not able to take advantage of a new policy that gave them a 50 percent retirement rating. read more »

2/3/2012

Obama administration seeks grants for veterans jobs programs

The Obama administration recently unveiled a plan that would not only help rebuild America's infrastructure but also put a dent in stubbornly high veteran unemployment. read more »

1/31/2012

Think tank launches military benefits survey

With the need to slash billions of dollars from their budget over the next decade, Defense Department officials may turn to reducing military benefits. read more »

1/25/2012

President Obama touches on military issues during SOTU

In advance of President Barack Obama's State of the Union address Tuesday night, one of the nation's leading veteran groups was hopeful that he would touch on the important issues facing servicemembers. read more »

1/24/2012

VA offers free credit monitoring after gaffe

After more than 2,200 veterans had their personal information mistakenly posted on the website Ancestry.com, the Department of Veterans Affairs is stepping up to help. read more »

1/19/2012

Veteran softball team overcomes tall odds

A group of injured veterans are inspiring others not only through their service to the country, but also what they can do on the softball field. read more »

1/19/2012

Congressman urges VA to act on veterans employment bill

Congress passed a landmark veterans employment bill late last year, but if it is not implemented quickly one congressman feels it may lose its potential effectiveness. read more »

1/18/2012

Jill Biden pens children's book in support of military

Second lady Jill Biden has long been an ardent supporter of the troops, and now she is taking to the page to make sure others do the same. read more »

1/17/2012

Texas woman helps struggling veterans, families

A Texas woman who knows all too well the challenges faced by veterans and their families has found a way to give back. read more »

1/16/2012

PTSD in soldiers may be renamed

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most pervasive issues facing returning troops, but all too often soldiers do not seek out the treatment they need. read more »

1/16/2012

Early retirement may cost servicemembers thousands in benefits

As the Armed Forces looks for ways to reduce troop levels, one option is for servicemembers to accept a 15-year retirement incentive. read more »

1/12/2012

PTSD may manifest itself in trouble behind the wheel

Wounded veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan face lots of challenges, but even those who do not outwardly show any signs of injury have obstacles to overcome. read more »

1/11/2012

Iraq vet highlights struggles of Native American soldiers

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide are issues for many veterans returning home from combat, but the threat is especially prevalent in Native American troops, and some feel the condition can go overlooked. read more »