Pacific Island Veterans! Do You Have Health and Benefits Questions? Ask Questions Now!

2023-01-18T14:20:25-05:00

On February 15th, 8 - 9 AM HST, VA and community experts will be here to answer your questions on benefits, claims, and peer support resources. Type your questions now!

You can ask questions to the following people:
» Sgt Jay Dalrymple - Director, National Cemetery Scheduling Office
» 1SG Zelda Davis - Management Analyst, VBA
» Melissa Comeau - Director, Military and Veteran Caregiver Network
» Wilfred Lee - VA Pacific Islands Health Care System, Chief of Veteran Experience
» Tanya Eubanks - VSO, Guam Office of Veterans Affairs
» Coleton Whitaker - Senior Director of Programs, Elizabeth Dole Foundation
» PO3 Douglas Webb - Management Analyst, VA
» PO3 Matthew Campbell - Senior Partnerships Analyst, VA
» Kim Cook - Vice President, Clinical Services, U.S.VETS
» CPO Missina Schallus - CPO, Communications Manager, Center for Women Veterans
» Sgt Christopher Vidaurre - Senior Program Manager, George W. Bush Presidential Center
» Maj Bonnie Carroll - President and Founder, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
» Lucia Perez - Special Projects Coordinator, Guam Office of Veterans Affairs
» Theresa DiMaggio - Veteran Experience Chief, VISN 21

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 18 at 2023 6:36 PM

2023-01-18T18:36:27-05:00

thanks for the info.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Jan 19 at 2023 2:37 PM

2023-01-19T14:37:38-05:00

THANKS FOR SHARING

Response by SGT Ruben Lozada made Jan 19 at 2023 4:18 PM

2023-01-19T16:18:16-05:00

Excellent post. Thank You for sharing this.

Response by PO1 George Noble made Feb 6 at 2023 9:36 PM

2023-02-06T21:36:37-05:00

Does the VA cover optical examination's.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2023 3:18 PM

2023-02-07T15:18:08-05:00

Thank you for sharing this event.

Response by SPC Craig Hara made Feb 7 at 2023 8:59 PM

2023-02-07T20:59:14-05:00

I am months away from turning 65 and have to enroll in medicare soon
My current healthcare is through the VA
I will enroll in part A
Should I enroll in part B & D?

Response by LCpl Michael Ramos made Feb 7 at 2023 10:37 PM

2023-02-07T22:37:20-05:00

Will questions on veterans' benefits/claims be taken which have to do with VA Manila?

Response by CW2 Douglas Weld made Feb 9 at 2023 9:22 AM

2023-02-09T09:22:34-05:00

How can the VA improve enacting long term care benefits for a veteran while waiting for a 100% disability rating (husband had to seek private pay LTC facility while waiting for the application response). There was no acceptance for VA healthcare LTC at the time due to unknown disability rating. There should be retroactive reimbursement even if a primary care doctor (not VA doctor) recommended placement. The VA allows keeping one’s non military doctor of choice and a VA doctor.

There is a gap in the system to provide information in a timely manner during the Covid decision delay.

Response by CW2 Douglas Weld made Feb 9 at 2023 9:30 AM

2023-02-09T09:30:22-05:00

Wilfred Lee,
I was determined 100% service connected disabled due to Agent Orange conditions in Vietnam. During my application for in an increased disability rating due to a rapid decline in health I needed long term care after a hospital stay. Because the decision took over 14 months to get back to me I didn’t get a referral to a VA approved facility due to the unknown rating. I was determined 100% disabled and want to know that I will be reimbursed by the VA, for the private pay facilities I needed. How will this take place as there seems to be a gap in the system for this case?

Response by Tanya Eubanks made Feb 9 at 2023 6:21 PM

2023-02-09T18:21:53-05:00

Looking forward to it!!

Response by Maj Todd Cox made Feb 10 at 2023 3:33 PM

2023-02-10T15:33:01-05:00

I put a claim in roughly the begining of June 2022. My claims have always taken approx 1 month for decisions. Well, Approx 1 month ago I was given a tentative date of Apr 17 to resolve my claim. Is that real? Almost 1 year later? I was in the hospital for 10 days and 4 surgeries, permanent nerve damage and continued pain, and could use the money from that claim to pay for the help I needed during that time. My wife was disabled and I had to hire/ask others for support. I would like to pay them back when approved for the claim.

Response by CPT Kerrith King made Feb 10 at 2023 7:27 PM

2023-02-10T19:27:38-05:00

My main concerns are providing complete medical and mental health-care for all honorably discharged vets, for life, and to have one's last week of service include debriefing and clearing processes to acknowledged, address, and complete all integrity issues, this to be added to the discharge medical exam.
We've done a great job of training our youth to kill, it follows that we should train them to live peacefully. Releasing a vet whom we know is dragging around life's unacknowledged perpetrations, affecting all outcomes for life; it belies, "Thank you for your service."

Response by Cpl William Hayes made Feb 11 at 2023 1:51 PM

2023-02-11T13:51:02-05:00

My question is to Melissa Comeau and Wilfred Lee.
I am a 100% disabled veteran on Hawaii Island who had been receiving chiropractic care through the VA twice monthly for several years to help alleviate severe neck pain from my injuries in Vietnam. My VA doctor in Hilo and my Choice care doctor both agree while it won’t cure the problem, which is progressive, it does help with the pain and allows me to function without needing to use as much Tramadol. That is a definite improvement in my quality of life. Recently a VA doctor in Honolulu, whom I’ve never seen, decided that because the chiropractor care was not ‘curing me’, because I’ve continued to need to see him, I should no longer continue to be approved for any more care. The VA has done this to me once before, then relented, and gave me something like 8 appointments that needed to be used in 2 months, when before I had approximately 20 appointments in a year, which was ideal, I could space them out to allow maximum pain management during the year. 4 appointments a month was too much.
I don’t understand why the directives and care plan of my primary Choice doctor, and my VA doctor in Hilo, who know my injuries and what works best to manage my pain and maintain my quality of life are suddenly being ignored and overruled by someone in Honolulu who has never examined or spoken with me. My chiropractor, Dr. Daugherty in Waimea, continues to get approval for other Vets with similar issues to mine.
How do I get this lack of needed care resolved. Thank you.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 12 at 2023 4:01 PM

2023-02-12T16:01:27-05:00

To whoever can offer a substantive, actionable information:

While serving on active duty (2002-2011), I was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety (GAD) and depression. After Iraq, my symptoms worsened and management became very difficult and was accompanied with difficulties reading, interacting with others and engaging in business-related activities (in my role as a combat medic in infantry) such as program and project management. Ultimately, while simultaneously going through an MEB for an injury incurred while on patrol, I was diagnosed with ADHD inattentive type. My question may seem silly, but I find that managing my ADHD is key in managing my experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression- which is consistent with research and the experiences of others with ADHD.

My question: Why doesn't the VA provide support- meaning medication and/or therapy- for my ADHD?

Some additional context:

I also served in the National Guard (1989-1996) and US Army Reserve (2002- in the 6 months leading up to my active duty service). I obtained a BA in communication, psych minor in 1995 (but with a 2.51 GPA in my major and 2.5 GPA overall- which people are often shocked to learn as it doesn't jive with my physical presence, intelligence or work history). I've long had my sights on graduate school but ended up working in tech as my academic area of interest was not yet mature.

Since being medevac'd from Iraq in 2008, I've tried to pursue additional education- 2 different masters programs, a DPEM certificate program (2 different enrollment attempts) and an online financial program (which I paid out of pocket for- twice)- and either failed or had to withdraw from all of them. Throughout this, I've also been enrolled in (what was once called) the VA's VocRehab program. Still, I was never able to get the assistance I needed as a retired, disabled combat veteran (even with a 100% C & P rating).

In 2021, I took out a HELOC and started paying out of pocket for the mental healthcare I need- specifically a psychotherapist and- separately- a service and provider who specialize in ADHD.

Since doing so, I have achieved overwhelmingly positive outcomes, but still have work to do: I'm better at managing my experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression- and a post-service spinal cord injury. In addition, I'm trying to get two businesses started and am actively pursuing a certificate (which I am paying out of pocket for) and I'm doing really well.

In paying attention to Veteran Suicides- as we all should- I really wonder about this: why I've never been able to get help for my ADHD from my VA and also about the experiences of other veterans. I think about my experiences- both as a medic on active duty serving with infantry and my experiences before active duty and after. I think about soldiers I provided assistance to as well as the Veterans I interact with now- regardless of whether or not they have also been diagnosed with ADHD. When my ADHD isn't managed, I can have some really horrible experiences- even if I am successfully managing the symptoms of and my experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression. But when my ADHD *is* properly managed, it's a completely different experience- and an overwhelmingly positive one.

With all the context I've provided, again- my question:

Why doesn't the VA provide support- meaning medication and/or therapy- for my ADHD?

Thank you and I look forward to your response.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 12 at 2023 4:10 PM

2023-02-12T16:10:56-05:00

To whoever can offer a substantive, actionable information. My apologies for the length, but I hope the additional context is helpful.

While serving on active duty (2002-2011), I was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety (GAD) and depression. After Iraq, my symptoms worsened and management became very difficult and was accompanied with difficulties reading, interacting with others and engaging in business-related activities (in my role as a combat medic in infantry) such as program and project management. Ultimately, while simultaneously going through an MEB for an injury incurred while on patrol, I was diagnosed with ADHD inattentive type. My question may seem silly, but I find that managing my ADHD is key in managing my experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression- which is consistent with research and the experiences of others with ADHD.

My question: Why doesn't the VA provide support- meaning medication and/or therapy- for my ADHD?

Some additional context:

I also served in the National Guard (1989-1996) and US Army Reserve (2002- in the 6 months leading up to my active duty service). I obtained a BA in communication, psych minor in 1995 (but with a 2.51 GPA in my major and 2.5 GPA overall- which people are often shocked to learn as it doesn't jive with my physical presence, intelligence or work history). I've long had my sights on graduate school but ended up working in tech as my academic area of interest was not yet mature.

Since being medevac'd from Iraq in 2008, I've tried to pursue additional education- 2 different masters programs, a DPEM certificate program (2 different enrollment attempts) and an online financial program (which I paid out of pocket for- twice)- and either failed or had to withdraw from all of them. Throughout this, I've also been enrolled in (what was once called) the VA's VocRehab program. Still, I was never able to get the assistance I needed as a retired, disabled combat veteran (even with a 100% C & P rating).

In 2021, I took out a HELOC and started paying out of pocket for the mental healthcare I need- specifically a psychotherapist and- separately- a service and provider who specialize in ADHD. In 2011, the VA’s approach was to put me on the same medications they typically use with others. This was horrible for me not just because it was a backwards move, but because the VA’s approach ignored a pretty important diagnosis. I’m fortunate that I was able to get the help I needed. If I hadn’t, I wouldn’t be surprised if I wouldn’t be here today and would instead be just another statistic.

But I realize not everyone can do what I did or am doing. So here I am…

Since getting the help I needed- even though I’m still paying out of pocket for it, I have achieved overwhelmingly positive outcomes, but still have work to do: I'm better at managing my experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression- and a post-service spinal cord injury. In addition, I'm trying to get two businesses started and am actively pursuing a certificate (which I am paying out of pocket for) and I'm doing pretty well.

In paying attention to Veteran Suicides- as we all should- I really wonder about this: why I've never been able to get help for my ADHD from my VA and also about the experiences of other veterans. I think about my experiences- both as a medic on active duty serving with infantry and my experiences before active duty and after. I think about soldiers I provided assistance to as well as the Veterans I interact with now- regardless of whether or not they have also been diagnosed with ADHD. When my ADHD isn't managed, I can have some really horrible experiences- even if I am successfully managing the symptoms of and my experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression. But when my ADHD *is* properly managed, it's a completely different experience- and an overwhelmingly positive one.

So… with all the context I've provided, again- my question:

Why doesn't the VA provide support- meaning medication and/or therapy- for my ADHD?

Thank you and I look forward to your response.

Response by CCMSgt Joseph Alcairo made Feb 15 at 2023 9:59 AM

2023-02-15T09:59:24-05:00

Do we have a Burn Pit Registry Environmental Health Coordinator in Guam?

Response by SFC Joe Hocog made Feb 15 at 2023 12:41 PM

2023-02-15T12:41:32-05:00

As a veteran receiving a disability compensation, should I pass, does my spouse receive any portion of the VA compensation or does that benefit go away altogether?

Response by CPT Kenneth Takasaki made Feb 15 at 2023 12:44 PM

2023-02-15T12:44:32-05:00

What benefits are there for a person 100% VA rated? Who can help me get on the VA Kidney Transplant list?

Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 12:51 PM

2023-02-15T12:51:22-05:00

the 1,500 dollar caregiver support program for 100 percent veterans, what is the current name of the program? does it still come with backpay to date of service connection?... no one in washington state knows anything about this program at all but in jawaii it seems everyone gets help getting this benifit!!!! please call [login to see] to help me !!! also there is zero social work help and i have not been able to aply for my free life insurance... it has been 2 years plus or minus one month ... can i still get it ???...i need help appealing my decision but no one will help here!!! i lived in hawaii for 32 years but moved to spokane washinton after getting my back pay... can hawaii still help me file appeals??/

Response by SSG Chris Rose made Feb 15 at 2023 1:02 PM

2023-02-15T13:02:04-05:00

Is there a live video for this or did I just sign up for another social media app?

Response by PO2 Ann Ford made Feb 15 at 2023 1:03 PM

2023-02-15T13:03:33-05:00

Is this the right place to see the Q ans A live?

Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 1:03 PM

2023-02-15T13:03:57-05:00

the va system has lost my entire 6 year airforce carreer !!!! how is this even possible ??? gregory braymen staff sgt usafr... i am told by american legion, DAV, spokane county vet center that i have to prove it ... even the ID center at fairchild AFB had no record of my air force career of which i recieved the airforce meritorious service medal attended the air force NCO accadamy was a seventh level supervisor trainor at both March AFB and Hickam AFB... the exuse is after the files get old they deleat them!!!! and this is an acceptable answer for them !!!! WHAT ? 6 years gone !!! an entire miltary carreer for most people !!! . they only rcognize my marine corps sevrice and have demoted me to corporal in the marine corps. WHY WHY WHY

Response by AB Kelli Miller-Freeman made Feb 15 at 2023 1:04 PM

2023-02-15T13:04:56-05:00

Is there Dental Care for Vets on Ohau?

Response by Maj Bonnie Carroll made Feb 15 at 2023 1:05 PM

2023-02-15T13:05:12-05:00

Hi Everyone! My name is Bonnie Carroll. I am the President and Founder of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). TAPS is the national nonprofit organization providing compassionate care and comprehensive resources for all those grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one. If you are grieving the loss of a fallen service member, or if you know someone who can use our support, the TAPS 24/7 National Military Survivor Helpline is always available toll-free with loving support and resources at 800-959-TAPS (8277). We are also here today to answer any questions you may have!

Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 1:06 PM

2023-02-15T13:06:00-05:00

is this a live video meeting or just put questions here and hope for an answer??????

Response by CPT Kenneth Takasaki made Feb 15 at 2023 1:09 PM

2023-02-15T13:09:01-05:00

What benefits are there for a person 100% VA rated? Who can help me get on the VA Kidney Transplant list?

Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 1:12 PM

2023-02-15T13:12:37-05:00

they say here in spokane there is no 1,500 caregiver benifit and that they assigm us caregivers in the community .. during over 6 months i have only recieved less than 25 hours of help and was supposed to get 6 hiours per week and now 10 hours per week of community care caregiving ... the excuse is that no one wants to work go hire your own person you get 100 percent benifits be happy with the money you recieve... like that is any answer... please help me get my 1,500 dollar caregiver alotment ....

Response by AB Kelli Miller-Freeman made Feb 15 at 2023 1:13 PM

2023-02-15T13:13:57-05:00

My question is about exposure to surgical smoke plume. In surgery we are exposed to everything that is cauterized during the procedure. I have a rating for the ringing related to the electrical instruments and exposure to surgical smoke is a well know hazard from working in the OR. So I am curious if it is covered under airborne hazards?

Response by COL Casey Rogers made Feb 15 at 2023 1:15 PM

2023-02-15T13:15:00-05:00

Are these people giving presentations, or only responding to written questions? Is there a live discussion to listen to?

Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 1:16 PM

2023-02-15T13:16:36-05:00

is anyone acually getting thier questions answered????
or is the va just checking to see if we are paying attention ???

Response by PO1 Bert Dumlao made Feb 15 at 2023 1:28 PM

2023-02-15T13:28:18-05:00

Aloha, would like more information about dental insurance for retirees?

Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 1:32 PM

2023-02-15T13:32:38-05:00

is anyone even there?????

Response by Maj Todd Cox made Feb 15 at 2023 1:33 PM

2023-02-15T13:33:26-05:00

is this where we type our questions? How do we ask a question to the PIV?

Response by PO1 Bert Dumlao made Feb 15 at 2023 1:37 PM

2023-02-15T13:37:59-05:00

Who can I ask about dental insurance & status of my claims? Please provide name and contact number and email. Thank you!

Response by PO3 Matthew Campbell made Feb 15 at 2023 1:45 PM

2023-02-15T13:45:43-05:00

Thanks to everyone for being here on the VetXL Q&A event. Please feel free to ask your questions and the team of Subject Matter Experts as noted above will be providing responses.

Response by PO3 Douglas Webb made Feb 15 at 2023 1:46 PM

2023-02-15T13:46:50-05:00

Hawaii and American Samoa - Looking to get a status on you claim? Sign up for VA health care? We’re here to help. Register to schedule an appointment for the Hawaii and American Samoa VEAC to speak directly with a Veteran Service Officers (VSO), VA experts, and community partners. At the time of your appointment, a VSO will call you via telephone. This appointment occurs over the telephone. If you do not have access to a telephone, VA sites will be available, and a phone provided. Visit the registration page for more info. https://book.appointment-plus.com/db21rxh0/#/

Guam and NMI - Looking to get a status on you claim? Sign up for VA health care? We’re here to help. Register to schedule an appointment for the NMI and Guam VEAC to speak directly with a Veteran Service Officers (VSO), VA experts, and community partners. At the time of your appointment, a VSO will call you via telephone. This appointment occurs over the telephone. If you do not have access to a telephone, VA sites will be available, and a phone provided. Visit the registration page for more info. https://book.appointment-plus.com/db3yrgm2/#/

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Response by Cpl Gregory Braymen made Feb 15 at 2023 1:57 PM

2023-02-15T13:57:22-05:00

i have posted questions but recieved no resonse to ant of them
am i doing something wrong ??

Response by Patricia Sheldon made Feb 15 at 2023 2:18 PM

2023-02-15T14:18:02-05:00

Aloha I am a spouse of a 74 year old Vietnam Veteran. I am also his caregiver and I also work a full-time job during the day. Douglas has a 90% service connected disability rating. We had put in an application for Adaptive Housing Grant. We were sent a denial letter back in 2019 after his neck surgery. To make a long story short...His service connected conditions had gotten worse; Douglas has Type II Diabetes, Hypertension, PTSD, and Dementia. We are still waiting on a dissension to see if PTSD will be added to his disability. We need to extend our home so Douglas can live comfortable, and everything can be accessible for him. We live in a 2 story home on Hawaiian Homelands.
Can someone get in contact with me on how to apply for an Adaptive Housing Grant again. Also I have questions on the PACT Act.

Mahalo,

Patricia Ann I. Sheldon

Response by SFC Joe Hocog made Feb 15 at 2023 2:27 PM

2023-02-15T14:27:52-05:00

Thank you to all who have answered my previous question, he’s another one… As a US Army retiree, should I pass, does my spouse get a portion of my Army retirement check? Or is it the same as VA compensation and spouse can potentially qualify for indemnity benefit. Thank you!

Response by Melissa Comeau made Feb 15 at 2023 2:33 PM

2023-02-15T14:33:17-05:00

Greetings! Thank you for joining us today. My name is Melissa Comeau and I am the proud spouse and caregiver to a combat wounded Marine. I am also the Director of the Military and Veteran Caregiver Network at the American Red Cross. We serve caregivers of all eras and Veterans that are caregivers with best practice peer support, whole health and resiliency. Please join us https://www.redcross.org/get-help/military-families/services-for-veterans/military-veteran-caregiver-network.html

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Response by CPO Missina Schallus made Feb 15 at 2023 2:34 PM

2023-02-15T14:34:13-05:00

Hello all, I am Missina from the VA Center for Women Veterans. Happy to assist with any women Veteran specific concerns. Thank you for your service.

Response by SSgt Lourdes Tiglao made Feb 15 at 2023 2:48 PM

2023-02-15T14:48:10-05:00

Hi all! I'm Lourdes Tiglao, currently serving as the Executive Director for the VA's Center for Women Veterans. Welcome!

Response by Sgt Christopher Vidaurre made Feb 15 at 2023 2:48 PM

2023-02-15T14:48:59-05:00

Hi Everyone, thank you for joining this VetXL event. My name is Christopher Vidaurre, I am the Senior Program Manager at the George W. Bush Institute. I am here on behalf of the Veterans Wellness Alliance to share “Check-In” Check-In is a first-of-its-kind network that unites peer-led organizations and service providers to connect veterans and their families efficiently and empathetically with high-quality care for mental and brain health services. Please go to veterancheckin.org and fill out our short form to get connected to care. Once you fill out the form within in 72 hours our Care Coordinator will reach out to you and find the most appropriate care and get you connected should you want to find an outside provider. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you.

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Response by Coleton Whitaker made Feb 15 at 2023 2:53 PM

2023-02-15T14:53:38-05:00

Hello all, thanks for joining today! I am the Senior Director of Programs at the Elizabeth Dole Foundation. We are the preeminent organization empowering, supporting, and honoring our nation’s 5.5 million military caregivers; the spouses, parents, family members, and friends who care for America’s wounded, ill, or injured veterans. The Foundation’s programs provide military and veteran caregivers the support they need at the local, state, and national levels. These programs engage individuals, organizations, and communities across the country to get involved and make a difference in the lives of military caregivers. Programs include: Dole Caregiver Fellows, Free Respite Help at Home, Hidden Helpers – Kids & Families, Health & Wellness, Caregiver Friendly Cities & Counties, Landmark Research, Peer Support Community. Join us at: https://hiddenheroes.org/

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Response by Marianne Delatorre made Feb 15 at 2023 2:56 PM

2023-02-15T14:56:29-05:00

Hi everyone, my name is Marianne Delatorre and I am the Hidden Heroes Caregiver Community Program (HHCC) Coordinator at the Elizabeth Dole Foundation. We are the preeminent organization empowering, supporting, and honoring our nation’s 5.5 million military caregivers known as “Hidden Heroes”; the spouses, parents, family members, and friends who care for America’s wounded, ill, or injured veterans. Our programs include peer support, critical financial assistance, respite, and much more. You can view our programs here: https://www.elizabethdolefoundation.org/our-programs/. To learn more about our Hidden Heroes Caregiver Community, go to our website here: https://hiddenheroes.org/. We aim to ensure that families of veterans are supported in their caregiving journey and are recognized for their efforts. You can email me at [login to see] for questions. Look forward to chatting and hearing from you all!

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Response by 1SG Zelda Davis made Feb 15 at 2023 3:16 PM

2023-02-15T15:16:34-05:00

Good morning/afternoon on the East coast! Welcome to the Pacific Island Veterans Q&A VetXL. My name is Zelda Davis with the Veteran and Military Spouse Talent Engagement Program (VMSTEP) formerly known as the Veteran Employment Services Office (VESO) where we provide Veterans, transitioning military service members and military spouses with assistance in finding employment in VA. However, we also partner with other Federal and state government agencies to include private sector employers seeking to hire Veterans, transitioning military service members and military spouses to fill their mission-critical positions. If you're seeking employment, training or internship opportunities please visit VA for Vets website @ https://www.vaforvets.va.gov/vaforvets/ to view Featured Federal jobs and Private Sector Jobs. Also visit VA Careers website @ https://www.vacareers.va.gov/ and click on the career page to view a list if career fields that will link you directly to USAJOBS to view all open vacancies in VA. If you have additional questions, please send an e-mail to [login to see]

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Response by Sgt Jay Dalrymple made Feb 15 at 2023 3:17 PM

2023-02-15T15:17:25-05:00

Hello everyone. My name is Jay Dalrymple and I am the Director of the National Cemetery Scheduling Office within the National Cemetery Administration (NCA). Did you know there are 155 National Cemeteries across the US, to include Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico? VA also provides grant funds for an additional 121 State and Tribal cemeteries. If you are planning your final journey or have questions about NCA, please let me know. https://www.cem.va.gov/

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