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The @DeptVetAffairs has opened 34 new health care facilities during the second Trump Administration. To find a VA location near you, visit va.gov/find-locations/.

“These grants invest directly in communities that know Veterans best and are often the first to recognize when someone is struggling,” said VA Secretary Doug Collins. “They have been successful in connecting Veterans, service members, and their families — especially those not yet engaged with VA — to services that help reduce suicide risk and promote well-being.”

Navy Veteran Dr. Clifford is analyzing audiograms from VA's Million Veteran Program to predict hearing loss risk and develop customized hearing protection and care. To learn more about MVP and how you can contribute to research, visit mvp.va.gov.

Friends, family, and the whole community play a critical role in suicide prevention. Staying connected to the #Veteran in your life can help make it easier to recognize when they might need support. To learn more about prevention, visit MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven….

If you see signs of crisis and aren’t sure what to do next, the #VeteransCrisisLine can help and get you connected to local support: Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

VA S.A.V.E. Training teaches you how to recognize warning signs of #Veteran suicide and respond before a situation becomes critical. Take the free online training online now at learn.psycharmor.org/courses/va-save.

Anxiety can feel isolating, but you are not alone. Almost one-third of adults have experienced distressing anxiety. To learn more about the signs and symptoms of anxiety, visit Mentalhealth.va.gov/anxiety/index.….

Don't forget to spring forward!

Protect yourself from a recent scam targeting Veterans. A Veteran recently received a fake letter claiming he had a VA appointment and was asked to pay for the visit. •VA later confirmed he was not enrolled in VA health care, and no appointment had been scheduled. •The letter and payment request were fraudulent.

Yesterday I told the @AmericanLegion - it’s a new day at @DeptVetAffairs. We’re slashing wait times and making it easier for our women Veterans to get the care they need. The mission is simple - Veterans First. Always.

Attention Veterans! Tax season is here – know your benefits! Non-taxable benefits: disability compensation, pension, health care, grants and education assistance. Taxable benefits: military retirement pay. Stay informed, take action, and make tax season a breeze. For more information, visit news.va.gov/138085/tax-sea….

An Illinois Veterans Benefits and Resource Fair is being held April 13 from 8:20 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the University of Chicago David Rubenstein Forum at 1201 E. 60th St.

Veterans, you’ve earned your benefits. VA health care is one of them. From primary care to mental health support, VA is built to serve Veterans — because your service matters. For more information, visit va.gov/health-care/.

Cannabis use disorder can cause chronic bronchitis, memory issues, impaired coordination, nausea, depression, and even psychosis. If you’re concerned about cannabis use in yourself or a loved one, learn more at Mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/….

The #VeteransCrisisLine can help Veterans’ family members and friends get connected with helpful resources too. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

Jesse Brown VA and the City of Chicago Department of Veterans Affairs will be providing resources on access, health care, and benefits at the George L. Giles Post #87 Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Not enrolled in VA health care but looking for mental health support? Find confidential counseling and peer support at a local Vet Center near you: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local….

Today, on National Caregivers Day, we honor the caregivers who give so much of themselves to support our Nation’s Veterans. Your compassion, dedication, and quiet strength do not go unnoticed. #NationalCaregiversDay

Take a step toward getting support. Find suicide prevention tools and resources for yourself and other #Veterans at MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven…

VA’s Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program provides you with a mental health team that works together to help you get the care you need to reach your treatment goals. Learn more about BHIP: MentalHealth.va.gov/BHIP