]]>Across the country each year, Veterans treated at VA facilities compete in a local creative arts competition. This competition includes more than 53 art categories that range from oil painting to leatherwork and even paint-by-number kits. In addition, there are 120 categories pertaining to all aspects of music, dance, and drama, a more recent addition to the competition that includes original works in poetry, essay, short story, and personal experience writing. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Local_Veteran_s_Share_Their_Stories_Through_Art_1330105191274 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Veteran_Peter_Damons_scenic_piece_voted_Best_In_Show_thumb.JPG Wounded Veteran Peter D's scenic piece is voted "Best in Show" at VA Boston's Local Veterans Creative Arts Festival Across the country each year, Veterans treated at VA facilities compete in a local creative arts competition. This competition includes more than 53 art categories that range from oil painting to leatherwork and even paint-by-number kits. In addition, there are 120 categories pertaining to all aspects of music, dance, and drama, a more recent addition to the competition that includes original works in poetry, essay, short story, and personal experience writing. Art as Therapy Across the country each year, Veterans treated at VA facilities compete in a local creative arts competition. This competition includes more than 53 art categories that range from oil painting to leatherwork and even paint-by-number kits. In addition, there are 120 categories pertaining to all aspects of music, dance, and drama, a more recent addition to the competition that includes original works in poetry, essay, short story, and personal experience writing. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Easy_Road_to_a_Healthy_Life.asp Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:42:00 EST

]]>Tips on maintaining a healthy weight by proper diet and exercise]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Easy_Road_to_a_Healthy_Life_1329512083479 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/patient_visits_doctor_thumb.jpg patient sits in the examination room talking to her doctor VA Boston Healthcare System aims at making healthy living as simple as possible. Providing such a wide range of programs and activities allows Veterans to receive the maximum amount of care, guidance and mentorship through their healthcare. Easy Road to a Healthy Life Tips on maintaining a healthy weight by proper diet and exercise http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Lend_a_Hand_Deliver_a_Heart_Make_a_Friend.asp Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:42:00 EST

]]>Opportunities to honor Veterans Abound During National Salute Veteran Week at VA Boston]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Lend_a_Hand_Deliver_a_Heart_Make_a_Friend_1328904262207 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/TH_man_and_woman_chat_and_play_a_card_game_thumb.jpg A man and a woman play cards and discuss memories National Salute to Veterans week (Feb. 12-18) gives the community an exclusive opportunity to thank Veterans for their commitment in serving the U.S. Take this time to visit Veterans at VA Boston Healthcare System campuses and outpatient clinics, participate in the Valentine for Veterans activity and learn more about our volunteering program. These simple gestures let our Veteran knows that their brevity and generosity hasn’t been forgotten. Lend a Hand, Deliver a Heart, Opportunities to honor Veterans Abound During National Salute Veteran Week at VA Boston http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Balloons_and_Stents_for_Arteries_Beyond_the_Heart.asp Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:42:00 EST

]]>Blockages in the heart arteries can cause a heart attack or chest discomfort with physical activity. Blockages in arteries in other body parts can cause health risks as well. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Balloons_and_Stents_for_Arteries_Beyond_the_Heart_1328303104504 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/TH_Graphic_of_arteries.jpg Graphic of clogged and non-clogged arteries Blockages in the heart arteries can cause a heart attack or chest discomfort with physical activity. Blockages in arteries in other body parts can cause health risks as well. Over the last several years, techniques used to treat blockages in the heart have been used to treat blockages in other parts of the body. These techniques have improved the health of many Veterans. Arteries Beyond the Heart Blockages in the heart arteries can cause a heart attack or chest discomfort with physical activity. Blockages in arteries in other body parts can cause health risks as well. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/A_Veteran_on_the_MOVE.asp Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:45:00 EST

]]>A Veteran describes his weight-loss by joining the VA MOVE! program of diet and exercise]]> templatedata/content/features/data/A_Veteran_on_the_MOVE_1327930440401 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/three_people_running_on_treadmills_for_exercise.jpg Three people burn calories by running on treadmills In September, three years ago, Tyrone B. sat at his cousin’s 60th birthday party frustrated because he was out growing his clothes. At that moment he decided to take action. He quit drinking that night and adjusted his diet. Within one week, he lost 5 pounds. Fascinated by how minor adjustments can cause weight loss, the Air Force Veteran decided to join the MOVE! Program. Although that September night was the breaking point for Tyrone, several factors pushed him towards MOVE! He began to see how unhealthy choices were hurting the people around him A Veteran on the MOVE! A Veteran describes his weight-loss by joining the VA MOVE! program of diet and exercise http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Beyond_the_Slopes.asp Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:42:00 EST

]]>VA Boston Adaptive Sports Supports the New England Winter Sports Clinic for Disabled Veterans]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Beyond_the_Slopes_1327092009628 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Veteran_hits_the_slopes_despite_physical_limitation_thumb.jpg Disabled Veteran hits the slopes despite physical limitations Fifty-seven Veterans arrived at the 15th annual New England Winter Sports Clinic for Disabled Veterans at Mount Sunapee last week with one definite thing in common, their love for winter sports. This clinic not only serves as physical rehabilitation for Veterans but as a mental relief from the day to day stress that may come with physical limitations. Beyond the Slopes VA Boston Adaptive Sports Supports the New England Winter Sports Clinic for Disabled Veterans http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/An_Easy_PILL_to_Swallow.asp Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:45:00 EST

]]>Medication changes implemented at discharge may be confusing or overwhelming which can impact a Veteran’s ability to manage their medicines at home.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/An_Easy_PILL_to_Swallow_1326471803807 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/THpharmacist_measures_medication_for_prescription.jpg A Pharmacist measures medication for prescription When a Veteran is discharged from the hospital, they often regain responsibility for their health care. Often times, this means taking control of medication routines which were once overseen by medical personnel. Medication changes implemented at discharge may be confusing or overwhelming which can impact a Veteran’s ability to manage their medicines at home. VA Boston's PILL Program Medication changes implemented at discharge may be confusing or overwhelming which can impact a Veteran’s ability to manage their medicines at home. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Boston_Announces_Decrease_in_Veteran_Homelessness.asp Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:20:00 EST

]]>Commonwealth of Massachusetts launches innovative pilot with federal VA to help end veteran homelessness ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Boston_Announces_Decrease_in_Veteran_Homelessness_1325874697032 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Lunch_at_a_Homeless_Shelter_in_Boston_Masachusetts.jpg Residents gather for a lunchtime meal at the local Boston Shelter “We are ending homelessness among veterans," said Governor Deval Patrick. "Today, thanks to the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Murray, our Department of Veterans’ Services and our federal partners, we are seeing significant progress. But we must keep going to ensure that the men and women who have served our country in uniform have access to all the benefits their service has earned them.” Homeless Collaboration Works Commonwealth of Massachusetts launches innovative pilot with federal VA to help end veteran homelessness http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/A_Charitable_Celebration.asp Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:02:00 EST

]]>VA Boston Meeting the Holiday Needs of Boston's Low Income and Homeless Families ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/A_Charitable_Celebration_1325178247889 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Holiday_Celebration_with_tables_filled_with_toys_for_adults_to_choose_from_TH.jpg Holiday celebration with tables filled with toys for adults to choose from When members of the Hispanic Special Emphasis Program (Hispanic SEP) at VA Boston Healthcare System looked beyond the walls of our facility, they saw a need in Veterans in the community who have been subjected to difficult times this Holiday Season. In order to fulfill that need, the group held a holiday celebration and “shopping day” for homeless and low income Veterans and their families at the Jamaica Plain campus. A Charitable Celebration VA Boston Meeting the Holiday Needs of Boston's Low Income and Homeless Families http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Ready_Set_Quit.asp Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

]]>The VA Boston's Brockton campus is host to a smoking cessation program that has a 50 percent success rate for its patients]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Ready_Set_Quit_1324589447007 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Cigarette_Pack_by_Bill_Branson.jpg A cigarette pack look eery cast in a red light and having the words death and tobacco on the sides A small group of Veterans arrive to the first session of the Smoking Cessation Program at VA Boston Healthcare System’s Brockton Campus ready to battle what for most is a 40-60 year addiction. Ready, Set, Quit… The VA Boston's Brockton campus is host to a smoking cessation program that has a 50 percent success rate for its patients http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Through_the_Eyes_of_a_Veteran.asp Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

]]>VA Boston will be hosting the 2012 Creative Arts Festival where Veterans of all ages, eras and abilities come together to heal and treat their wounds, invisible or otherwise]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Through_the_Eyes_of_a_Veteran_1323962768023 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/CAF-TH.jpg Bud Harold entered the Boston Creative Arts Festival and won with painting on the water Each year Veterans participate in a VA rehabilitation program where they use creative arts as a treatment and healing method. More than 1600 of these Veterans enter their creative and performance art pieces into their local VA’s Veterans Creative Arts Festival in hopes to have their works displayed in the national festival. VA Boston to Host the Arts VA Boston will be hosting the 2012 Creative Arts Festival where Veterans of all ages, eras and abilities come together to heal and treat their wounds, invisible or otherwise http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/VA_Boston_Home_to_MVP.asp Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

]]>VA Boston is host to one of 50 Million Veteran Programs nationally]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Boston_Home_to_MVP_1323458460416 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/MVPTH.jpg Graphic representation of a map of the the Unites States MVP Veterans will help contribute to the knowledge base that may result in developing personalized treatments for military-related illnesses, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as more common illnesses, like diabetes and heart disease. VA Boston Home to MVP VA Boston is host to one of 50 Million Veteran Programs nationally http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/VA_Boston_One_Home_to_Million_Veterans_Program.asp Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST

]]>MVPVeterans will help contribute to the knowledge base that may result in developing personalized treatments for military-related illnesses, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as more common illnesses, like diabetes and heart disease. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Boston_One_Home_to_Million_Veterans_Program_1323452318994 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/MVPTH.jpg graphic representation of the united states MVPVeterans will help contribute to the knowledge base that may result in developing personalized treatments for military-related illnesses, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as more common illnesses, like diabetes and heart disease. VA Boston Home to MVP MVPVeterans will help contribute to the knowledge base that may result in developing personalized treatments for military-related illnesses, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as more common illnesses, like diabetes and heart disease. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/VA_Boston_researches_the_evaluation_treatment_and_prevention_of_osteoporosis.asp Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

]]>Doctors at VA Boston research the cause, treatment and prevention of osteoporosis among our Veterans ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Boston_researches_the_evaluation_treatment_and_prevention_of_osteoporosis_1322241608582 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Lazzari_Thumbtwo.jpg Doctor and patient review x-rays in an effort to offset osteoporosis More than 50 percent of our male Veterans who are above 50 years old, and enrolled and cared for in Primary Care clinics at VA Boston Healthcare System were found to have low bone mass. Consequently, these Veterans are at risk for bone fractures caused by osteoporosis. Researching Osteoporosis Doctors at VA Boston research the cause, treatment and prevention of osteoporosis among our Veterans http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Separating_Veterans_from_Homelessness_Corrected.asp Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST

]]>A collaborative event brings community members together to work at ending homelessness in Massachusettss]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Separating_Veterans_from_Homelessness_Corrected_1320687664474 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Registration_Table_at_Chelsea_Soldiers_Home_TH.jpg Registration table at Chelsea Soldiers Home Homeless Summit Sadly, we find that there are Servicemen/women who have gone to battle, risked their lives and fought for our freedom, who return home without hope, direction and sometimes without a place to live. It’s time to express gratitude, not by giving, but by eliminating homelessness for our Veterans. Veterans and Homelessness A collaborative event brings community members together to work at ending homelessness in Massachusettss http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Separating_Veterans_from_Homelessness.asp Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:29:00 EDT

]]>Federal, state and local stakeholders come together to discuss shortcomings and the way forward to end Veteran homelessness]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Separating_Veterans_from_Homelessness_1319556965063 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Registration_Table_at_Chelsea_Soldiers_Home_TH.jpg Registration for Veteran Homelessness at Chelsea Soldiers Home Often times, the people who have risked their lives and given up their own homes and freedom to fight for ours are left without hope and direction. It’s time to express gratitude and return the favor, not by giving, but by eliminating homelessness for our Veterans. Veterans and Homelessness Federal, state and local stakeholders come together to discuss shortcomings and the way forward to end Veteran homelessness http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Yoga_for_Thought.asp Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:59:00 EDT

]]>VA Boston Yoga program relieves stress resulting from PTSD and depression among Veterans]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Yoga_for_Thought_1316789496199 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/yoga_thumbnail.jpg Yoga relieves stress “Come with whatever you’ve got and we’ll deal with it,” volunteer Yoga Instructor, Felice Brenner said referring to the Yoga Program located at the Jamaica Plain Campus. Yoga for Thought VA Boston Yoga program relieves stress resulting from PTSD and depression among Veterans http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Residents_Get_Between_a_Vet_and_his_Dog.asp Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:54:00 EDT

]]>Vietnam Vet and Easton native, Bob Bruce and his 12-year-old dog are no strangers to the human/animal relationship and what it can do for one’s health. A computer salesman for 20 years, Bruce was on the road 40 hours a week. He had a close call with his health years ago and lost his beloved dog at the same time. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Residents_Get_Between_a_Vet_and_his_Dog_1316187207077 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/THUMB_Pet_Therapy.jpg Veterans enjoy a visit from Cokie, golden retriever/yellow lab therapy dog. Vietnam Vet and Easton native, Bob Bruce and his 12-year-old dog are no strangers to the human/animal relationship and what it can do for one’s health. A computer salesman for 20 years, Bruce was on the road 40 hours a week. He had a close call with his health years ago and lost his beloved dog at the same time. A Vet and His Dog Vietnam Vet and Easton native, Bob Bruce and his 12-year-old dog are no strangers to the human/animal relationship and what it can do for one’s health. A computer salesman for 20 years, Bruce was on the road 40 hours a week. He had a close call with his health years ago and lost his beloved dog at the same time. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Veterans_Greenhouse_and_Gardens_Program_The_Healing_Properties_of_Dirt.asp Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EDT

]]>How the VA Boston Greenhouse and Gardens Program benefits Veterans]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veterans_Greenhouse_and_Gardens_Program_The_Healing_Properties_of_Dirt_1315489483238 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/News_and_Media/images/Bill_0041_thumb.jpg Bill Vieira specializes in tropical and exotic plants Beyond wheelchairs, waiting rooms and wards is a healing center not afraid of a little dirt, if it means healing the wounds of combat Veterans. Unlike other therapy centers at VA Boston Healthcare System, the Veterans Greenhouse and Gardens Program at the Brockton campus, offers the kind of therapy not found in groups, stored in tubes, or administered through needles. The Healing Properties of Dirt How the VA Boston Greenhouse and Gardens Program benefits Veterans http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/VA_Boston_Stand_Down_2011_Treating_Invisible_Wounds.asp Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:01:00 EDT

]]>Nearly 800 homeless or at-risk Massachusetts Veterans attend VA Boston Stand Down 2011]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Boston_Stand_Down_2011_Treating_Invisible_Wounds_1314894090306 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/News_and_Media/images/SD_Thumb_opt_0037.jpg Nearly 800 Veterans attend VA Boston Stand Down 2011 As you reach into your pocket, you stop and think, “she’ll just waste the money on booze or drugs,” so you cross the street, only to find that the homeless are on street corners in every city and in every state across America. “Why don’t they get sober, get jobs and give back to society?” VA Boston Stand Down 2011 Nearly 800 homeless or at-risk Massachusetts Veterans attend VA Boston Stand Down 2011 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Women_s_Gateway_to_Sobriety.asp Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EDT

]]>Story about the Boston VA Healthcare System's Women's Integrated Treatment and Recovery Program in Massachusetts]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Women_s_Gateway_to_Sobriety_1314307443112 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Girl_50051_TH.jpg Female Veteran struggles with reintegration They were prepared for war. They were prepared to die for their country. But female Veterans agree they weren't prepared to come home and fight a different battle -- addiction to illegal drugs and alcohol. Women's Gateway to Sobriety Story about the Boston VA Healthcare System's Women's Integrated Treatment and Recovery Program in Massachusetts http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/VA_Boston_Veteran_Celebrates_a_Century_of_Birthdays.asp Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:00:00 EDT

]]>VA Boston Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday at Brockton Facility]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Boston_Veteran_Celebrates_a_Century_of_Birthdays_1313681529242 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Patsy_New_Thumb.jpg VA Boston staff assist Tartufo in pinning on the Boston Post Cane Award Always a sharp dresser, Tartufo was never seen without shined shoes and a blazer, earning him the nickname “Morgan” after banker J.P. Morgan. “I was always dressed, with my hair combed, when I had hair,” laughed Tartufo. VA Boston Veteran Turns 100 VA Boston Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday at Brockton Facility http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Veterans_and_Volunteers_Adapt_Together.asp Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:02:00 EDT

]]>Read about our summer adaptive sports clinic recently held at Mt. Sunapee.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veterans_and_Volunteers_Adapt_Together_1312999632462 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/DSC_0759_thumb.jpg Veteran riding a handcycle He thoughtfully positions one gloved hand, while the other grasps aimlessly for any footing in the ledge. His upper body aches from the strain placed on his muscles. As the rock wall continues to rotate, he has a sense of reaching new heights, while never having left the ground. Adaptive Sports Clinic Read about our summer adaptive sports clinic recently held at Mt. Sunapee. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Community_Residential_Care_CRC_Program.asp Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:45:00 EDT

]]>Community Residential Care (CRC) Program]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Community_Residential_Care_CRC_Program_1311710257749 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/News_and_Media/images/house_opt.jpg Community Residential Care (CRC) Program Gradually aging from a strong, independent person to someone that has difficulty bending over or standing long enough to cook a meal is a difficult adjustment for anyone to make. Recognizing the challenges our Veterans face, VA Boston Healthcare System has developed a number of options for those patients needing assistance in performing daily activities. Community Residential Care Community Residential Care (CRC) Program http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/PTSD_AWARENESS.asp Fri, 08 Jul 2011 10:48:00 EDT

]]>Story about PTSD Awareness Day and services/information available for veterans with PTSD at VA Boston Healthcare System. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/PTSD_AWARENESS_1310136750465 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/ptsddaythumb.jpg poster of ptsd services Last year, the United States Senate named June 27th National Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day in an effort to bring attention to PTSD. PTSD can develop after someone experiences a traumatic event (for example, combat, rape, natural disaster, or car accidents) that is life threatening, sudden, unexpected and overwhelming. PTSD AWARENESS Story about PTSD Awareness Day and services/information available for veterans with PTSD at VA Boston Healthcare System. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Fisher_House_Quilt.asp Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:33:00 EDT

]]>A story about a group of children from the Groton Community School who designed and donated a "God Bless America" quilt to the Fisher House Boston]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Fisher_House_Quilt_1306942584408 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/fisherhousebookthumb.jpg book of images for the Fisher House quilt Recently the children, families and teachers of the Aqua Room at the Groton Community School in Groton, MA presented a beautiful “God Bless America” quilt to the Fisher House Boston. This wonderful donation all began with the singing of the song “God Bless America” by the young children in that class. A Quilt for Fisher House A story about a group of children from the Groton Community School who designed and donated a "God Bless America" quilt to the Fisher House Boston http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Million_Veteran_Program.asp Fri, 20 May 2011 12:08:00 EDT

]]>Read about the Million Veteran Program, a reasearch progam to learn more about health and disease screening through genomics. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Million_Veteran_Program_1305907803987 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/mvpthumb.JPG Researcher at work An unprecedented Veterans Affairs (VA) research program that promises to advance the sophisticated science of genomics goes national. “It is my honor,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki, “to join with so many fellow Veterans in keeping VA at the leading edge of genomics research. This innovative research program will support VA’s mission to provide Veterans and their families with the care they have earned.” Million Veteran Program Read about the Million Veteran Program, a reasearch progam to learn more about health and disease screening through genomics. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Cardiac_Rehab_Keep_Your_Heart_Healthy.asp Fri, 22 Apr 2011 13:20:00 EDT

]]>Story about the new Cardiac Rehab program at VA Boston Healthcare System.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Cardiac_Rehab_Keep_Your_Heart_Healthy_1303493055556 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/cardiacrehabthumb1.jpg Exercise equipment VA Boston Healthcare System’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (CRP) is now open in a beautiful new facility on the Jamaica Plain campus. The 1600 sq. foot exercise center includes state-of-the-art aerobic and strength training equipment along with medical care, education, and monitoring. Keep Your Heart Healthy Story about the new Cardiac Rehab program at VA Boston Healthcare System. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Clothesline_Project_2011.asp Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:30:00 EDT

]]>VA BHS will host a program to raise awareness of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and the programs available to Veterans seeking treatment and help.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Clothesline_Project_2011_1301063915554 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/clothesline_thumbnail.jpg clothesline project logo In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness month in April, VA Boston is hosting its 3rd annual Clothesline Project: a visual display to raise awareness about sexual assault and sexual harassment that occurred while a veteran was in the military Clothesline Project 2011 VA BHS will host a program to raise awareness of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and the programs available to Veterans seeking treatment and help. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Women_Veterans_Ski_Day.asp Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:17:00 EDT

]]>A women Veteran's ski day was recently held at Mt. Sunapee. Women veterans of all eras were treated to a day of free skiing and instruction.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Women_Veterans_Ski_Day_1300468804952 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/womenskithumb.jpg women skiers coming down the mountain A vivid blue sky and radiant sun shined over 24 women Veterans and 72 women volunteers at the 2nd Annual Women Veterans Ski Appreciation Day at Mount Sunapee, NH on March 8. Women Veterans Ski Day A women Veteran's ski day was recently held at Mt. Sunapee. Women veterans of all eras were treated to a day of free skiing and instruction. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/MOVE_to_Lose_Weight.asp Fri, 11 Mar 2011 14:54:00 EDT

]]>The MOVE! Program celebrates the weight loss success of Veterans in Boston ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/MOVE_to_Lose_Weight_1299873458293 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/move_thumb.jpg weight loss chart During National Nutrition Month, the Jamaica Plain campus of VA Boston Healthcare System hosted a Weight Loss Expo featuring 17 Veterans who had successfully lost weight. MOVE! to Lose Weight The MOVE! Program celebrates the weight loss success of Veterans in Boston http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/A_Helping_Hand.asp Wed, 23 Feb 2011 12:51:00 EDT

]]>Read about VA Boston Healthcare System's comprehensive program to assist homeless women veterans in the Greater Boston area]]> templatedata/content/features/data/A_Helping_Hand_1298483831253 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Women_homelessness_thumb.jpg Staff members with the Homeless Women Veterans Program In the 1980’s women Veterans comprised approximately 5% of the armed forces, by 2009 they comprised about 15% of the armed forces, and the number continues to grow. Sadly, some women return from their tour of duty and find themselves homeless or at high risk for becoming homeless. A Helping Hand Read about VA Boston Healthcare System's comprehensive program to assist homeless women veterans in the Greater Boston area http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/2011_Winter_Sports_Clinic_for_Veterans.asp Mon, 31 Jan 2011 09:35:00 EDT

]]>Story about the 14th annual Winter Sports Clinic for Disabled Veterans that recently took place at Mt. Sunapee NH.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/2011_Winter_Sports_Clinic_for_Veterans_1296490065286 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/wscthumb.jpg Skier coming down the mountain The VA New England Winter Sports Clinic just wrapped up another successful year on Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire. 2011 Winter Sports Clinic Story about the 14th annual Winter Sports Clinic for Disabled Veterans that recently took place at Mt. Sunapee NH. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Breathe_Easier_and_Do_More.asp Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:07:00 EDT

]]>Story about the new Pulmonary Rehab program at the Jamaica Plain campus of the VA Boston Healthcare System.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Breathe_Easier_and_Do_More_1295450043516 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Pulmonarythumb2.jpg Veteran on a treadmill receiving information from a staff member VA Boston Healthcare System has opened a new, state-of-the-art Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at the Jamaica Plain Campus. This multidisciplinary, comprehensive program is designed to help veterans with lung disease improve their quality of life and regain as much functional ability as possible. Breathe Easier and Do More! Story about the new Pulmonary Rehab program at the Jamaica Plain campus of the VA Boston Healthcare System. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Caring_for_Women_Veterans.asp Tue, 04 Jan 2011 10:30:00 EDT

]]>Story about Women Veterans Primary Care team at VA BHS ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Caring_for_Women_Veterans_1294155310372 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/MissDorisandherAward_2.jpg Doris Montgomery The VA is changing, and women Veterans are seeking care from us in greater numbers than ever before. VA Boston Healthcare System (VA BHS) is meeting the challenge of this increase head on. Caring for Women Veterans Story about Women Veterans Primary Care team at VA BHS http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Strength_At_Home.asp Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:12:00 EDT

]]>Story about the Strength At Home research program, a program designed to help Veterans cope with conflict in relationships.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Strength_At_Home_1291648615989 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/caseytaft_thumbnail.jpg Dr. Casey Taft, Strength at Home Director Coming home from a deployment can strain any relationship. That stress can lead to unhappiness in relationships as well as increased arguments, conflict, and sometimes even violence. That is why the Strength At Home programs are being run at the Boston and Providence VAs. Strength At Home Story about the Strength At Home research program, a program designed to help Veterans cope with conflict in relationships. http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/The_Clothesline_Project_helps_raise_awareness_of_Military_Sexual_Trauma.asp Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:34:00 EDT

]]>Story about The Clothesline Project. This interactive project is meant to raise awareness of military sexual trauma]]> templatedata/content/features/data/The_Clothesline_Project_helps_raise_awareness_of_Military_Sexual_Trauma_1289925539902 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/clothesline_thumbnail.jpg images of tee shirts on a clothesline Each year, in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness month in April, VA Boston HCS hosts a Clothesline Project at the Jamaica Plain and Brockton campuses. The Clothesline Project Story about The Clothesline Project. This interactive project is meant to raise awareness of military sexual trauma http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/A_Caregiver_s_Story.asp Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:04:00 EDT

]]>Veterans story about his family's use of caregiver support services at VA BHS]]> templatedata/content/features/data/A_Caregiver_s_Story_1288962595106 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/caregiverthumb.jpg Angelo and Mary Ann D'Agostino On May 1, 1960 a young couple met on a blind date arranged by the young lady's cousin. That couple Mary Ann and Angelo D'Agostino will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary in June 2011. Their love story continues today, with a little help from their friends at VA Boston Healthcare System. A Caregiver's Story Veterans story about his family's use of caregiver support services at VA BHS http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Helping_Homeless_Women_Veterans.asp Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:29:00 EDT

]]>Story about services available at VA Boston Healthcare System for homeless women Veterans]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Helping_Homeless_Women_Veterans_1288632592780 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/Women_homelessness_thumb.jpg Kristin Angell (seated) and Lauren Dever of the Women Veterans Homelessness Program In the 1980's women Veterans comprised approximately 5% of the armed forces, by 2009 they comprised about 15% of the armed forces, and the number continues to grow. Sadly, some women return from their tour of duty and find themselves homeless or at high risk for becoming homeless. Helping Homeless Women Vets Story about services available at VA Boston Healthcare System for homeless women Veterans http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/Center_for_Returning_Veterans.asp Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:42:00 EDT

]]>The Center for Returning Veterans offers a wide range of services to help returning veterans with a variety of concerns.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Center_for_Returning_Veterans_1286916973296 http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/images/CRV_thumb.jpg Julie Klunk-Gillis, PhD (on left) and Sofia Reddy, LICSW with the Center for Returning Veterans, Brockton Campus. The Center for Returning Veterans offers a wide range of services to help returning veterans with a variety of concerns. Center for Returning Veterans The Center for Returning Veterans offers a wide range of services to help returning veterans with a variety of concerns.