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VA extends deadline through Monday for Veterans and survivors to apply for PACT Act benefits backdated to August 10, 2022

Extension will ensure that no Veteran or survivor will miss out on a single day of backdated PACT Act benefits

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Milwaukee VA chaplain earns national accolades

He’s been called an innovator, a force multiplier and a unicorn. Now he can be called the best chaplain in the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Milwaukee VA Chaplain Robert Allen talks with a symposium attendee.

Vet Fest connects Veterans with valuable PACT Act information

Local Veterans received valuable information and forged vital connections with Milwaukee VA staff during a weekend event at the Milwaukee lakefront.

Attendees visit booths at Vet Fest

Veteran-owned farm to debut at Milwaukee VA 2023 farmers market

U.S Marine Veteran Tsiltiyah Fogle’s childhood dream was to operate a farm, and her husband, U.S. Navy Veteran Charles Fogel, is supportive of that dream coming true. Together they own and operate Ephrata Farm in Union Grove, Wis.

Farmer Veteran sitting with seedling plants

Adaptive equipment provided by Milwaukee VA gets scuba enthusiast back in the water

A scuba enthusiast who sustained debilitating injuries in a fall is back in the water thanks to intensive rehabilitation and custom-made adaptive equipment made possible by the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.

Steve Rivera in pool with Doug Mazur and TIna Stoeckmann

Reeling in the years: Veterans fishing outing marks 50th anniversary

Not everyone hooked a fish during the annual Disabled Vets Fish Outing in Port Washington June 28, but based on the smiles and laughter of all involved, it didn’t matter.

Veteran holding fish

Milwaukee Veterans focus on transitioning their post-traumatic stress to growth

When Diana Donald finally sought care from the Milwaukee VA for her post-traumatic stress disorder, she figured she would be cured after a few appointments.

Army Veteran LaVella Green takes a picture with her camera

Milwaukee VA honored for green efforts

Efforts to reduce greenhouses gases and improve recycling have netted accolades for the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.

Operating room staff stand with awards plaques

Horse sense: Veterans reap benefits of equine therapy

As Sarah Janos stood stock-still, Arion, the big thoroughbred gelding, slowly sidled up behind her. Sarah kept her eyes forward as Arion drew closer. Within a few seconds, Arion was beside Sarah, and he nuzzled her shoulder, which brought a huge smile to the former Army medic’s face.

Female Veteran working with horse

Milwaukee VA key contributor to PTSD research project

Treatment works. That’s the mantra of the Department of Veterans Affairs when it comes to post-traumatic stress disorder. Numerous studies and years of evidence-based work have shown that VA is a leader in effective treatment of PTSD.

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