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VA FIXES POLICE FORCE, BOOSTING SAFETY

Discover how VA is reforming its police force—enhancing recruitment, boosting retention, and ensuring a safer, more secure environment for Veterans, their families, caregivers, survivors, and VA staff.

VA FRAUD CRACKDOWN

VA and Department of Justice exposed a scheme by companies who improperly obtained federal contracts reserved for service-disabled Veteran-owned small businesses. The perpetrators of the fraud will now be forced to pay more than $20 million back to the government. 

Did you know VA provides Veterans with opportunities for health and healing through adaptive sports and therapeutic art programs? These specialized rehabilitation events aim to optimize Veterans’ independence, community engagement, well-being, and quality of life.

Learn about the recent National Veterans Creative Arts Festival, sponsored by VA and the American Legion Auxiliary.

VA Secretary Collins visits the Warrior Games.

VA RESOURCES

• For any questions or requests, 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) is always the right number.
• Veterans Crisis Line: 988 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255
• Vet Centers: 1-877-927-8387
• Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat
• Ask VA
• Schedule a 1-on-1 Appointment with a VA Benefits Expert
• Find a VA facility near you

For non-urgent questions, you can reach VA using the VA Health & Benefits App or MyHealtheVet secure messaging to schedule an appointment, refill prescriptions, and access your medical records.

VA DISABILITY CALCULATOR

Ever wonder how VA “Math” works? See how VA calculates service-connected disabilities to get to your final rating.

AVOID IMPOSTER SCAMS

New VSAFE, Department of Justice, and Federal Trade Commission Info Released: Imposters are scammers who lie and pretend to be someone they’re not. Their goal is to trick you into giving them money, access to your financial accounts, or your personal information. 

Additional VSAFE fraud prevention resources.

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS FOR VETERANS

Happy Birthday, America! Veterans and their families can save 20% off one Target purchase in-store or online now through July 4 with Target Circle. Once verified, load the offer to your account for big savings on everything from BBQ essentials to household needs.

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If you are having thoughts of suicide, call 988, then PRESS 1 or visit http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.

Please remember the only secure way to ask personal questions is at VA.gov/contact-us/.

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