VA Begins Vaccinations, Free eBook, Holiday Meal Planning

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VA began Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations this week at 128 additional sites. LEARN MORE VA coronavirus Updates | Chatbot | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine COVID COACH mobile app  Download the COVID Coach mobile app and guidebook for self-care tips and tools. Everyone can benefit from these 30 exercises to help reduce stress.  DOWNLOAD

Can you visit these Veteran graves? Veteran family members are looking for someone to visit their Veteran loved-one's graves because they can't travel. Can you help? Do you have a Veteran grave you hope someone can visit in your place? Find someone local to visit your loved one’s grave or post which VA National Cemetery you are able to visit this holiday season.  LEARN MORE A FLU SHOT can help protect you and your loved ones Veteran PSA Video playing on TV This holiday, we ask that you help protect the Veterans who have protected our country and your loved ones by staying home. WATCH Give the gift of a blood donation this season Goodtrust: Free Book and Premium Service Plan The GoodTrust digital-legacy platform gives you control over what happens to your digital assets and reputation when you pass away, like a virtual safety-deposit box for your digital accounts and information. All Veterans receive a free e-book, Digital Legacy: Take Control Of Your Online Afterlife, and the GoodTrust premium service plan for 10 years (value $500) when you sign up at www.MyGoodTrust.com and check the “Veteran” box. LEARN MORE Managing PTSD during the holidays How VA served Veterans during the pandemic Despite challenges, VA's priority of improving the customer service experience for Veterans helped them get the benefits they have earned. VA listened to Veterans, adjusted to better meet their needs, and empowered employees to act. LEARN MORE How one Veteran is volunteering to test a COVID-19 vaccine Chats with the Chief In this episode, VA Assistant Under Secretary for Health for Clinical Services Dr. Kameron Matthews talks about the process of transitioning to new roles and prioritizing diversity in medicine. LISTEN    VA, United Way, DoorDash deliver food, supplies to Veterans Plan a successful holiday meal Learn about some meal ideas for a holiday feast, whether planning for one or more, and how to plan for success. LEARN MORE

VAntage Point Blogs: VA to begin COVID-19 vaccinations at 128 additional sites VA Welcome Kit adds 10 new guides for Veterans and their families One phone number connects you to VA: 1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) COVID Coach mobile app offers 30 tips for self-care During season of giving, Red Cross urges blood donation Join the Military Sisterhood Initiative to find your community How VA served Veterans during the pandemic Initial limited supply of COVID-19 vaccine available for health care personnel Learn about VA’s Women’s Health Transition Training Protect your family with a Flu Shot Genetic risk of alcohol-related cirrhosis uncovered Rare triple transplant gives Veteran new life VA creates an employee experience map VA News Releases: VA publishes federal government’s first Employee Experience journey map VA updates welcome kit for Veterans and families VA to begin COVID-19 vaccinations at 128 additional sites  VA, American Lung Association partner to help Veterans diagnosed with lung disease VA employees volunteer in droves to answer nation’s call to support communities hard-hit by COVID-19  VA launches single access point to all VA contact centers

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