Alaska VA Healthcare

02/23/2026

Alaska Veterans share their thoughts on the new Electronic Health Record Modernization. (EHRM)

02/23/2026

Stars and Stripes Honor Flight is recruiting veterans for its 2026 season, with a focus on increasing Black Veteran participation.

'The sons of poor men will always be foot soldiers,' and I was a poor kid so I ended up being a foot soldier."

-----This harsh reality is one of the reasons leaders of the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight have had a hard time recruiting Black Veterans for their trips.

https://ow.ly/w4ur50Ykoms

Veterans interested in applying can visit https://www.honorflight.org/

02/23/2026

On this day in history—February 23, 1945—the world witnessed a moment of extraordinary bravery. As U.S. Marines fought fiercely on the sands of Iwo Jima, the raising of our flag atop Mount Suribachi became a powerful symbol of hope, unity, and the unbreakable spirit of our nation.
We honor the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who served, and we remain forever grateful for their service. Join us in remembering this iconic moment and the heroes who made it possible. How has their story inspired you or your family? Share your thoughts below.

02/23/2026

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-care.asp

02/21/2026

"Alaska to preserve portions of Black Veterans Memorial Bridge during replacement"

https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/other/alaska-to-preserve-portions-of-black-veterans-memorial-bridge-during-replacement/ar-AA1WIlO8?ocid=BingNewsVerp

02/20/2026

"Interior Alaska leaders recognized for exceptional service to veterans"

https://ow.ly/z4ci50Yj89B

The Alaska Veterans Advisory Council recently hosted a ceremony at the Fairbanks Vet Center to present its annual certificates of recognition, honoring three local champions for their tireless support of the veteran community.

02/20/2026

"Senator Tobin and Representative Stapp Introduce Veterans Justice Act to Expand Alternatives to Incarceration for Alaska Veterans"

https://ow.ly/b61Z50Yj7Mp

02/20/2026

On this day in 1895, the world lost a giant:
Frederick Douglass. His powerful voice and unwavering courage in the face of slavery and injustice shaped the course of American history. We honor his memory and his enduring fight for equality.

02/20/2026

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.

02/19/2026

"The Department of Veterans Affairs announced a major new step to protect Veterans’ Second Amendment rights. Effective immediately, VA will not report Veterans to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System as “prohibited persons” only because they need help from a fiduciary in managing their VA benefits."

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-undoes-decades-old-wrong-and-protects-veterans-second-amendment-rights/"

Effective immediately, VA will not report Veterans to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System as “prohibited persons” only because they need help from a fiduciary in managing their VA benefits.

02/19/2026

Make this quit attempt your last. VA’s winning combination of medication and counseling is your best chance at quitting for good.

Reach out to your VA provider about creating a treatment plan that will set you up for success: Mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/how-to-quit.asp

02/19/2026

VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting submissions for the 2026 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Here’s your chance to showcase your creativity and honor America’s Veterans through art. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting submissions for the 2026 Veterans Day Poster Contest.

Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (EDT) on April 1, 2026.

This contest is open to everyone—professional and amateur artists alike. Your design should reflect this year’s theme:
“Veterans Helping Veterans and Their Families.”

https://ow.ly/2Ai250YcwuM