Alexandria VA Health Care System

01/09/2026

It’s time to Defy Your Limits and get ready for the online registration for the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games!

Registration for the VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND WHEELCHAIR DIVISIONS will open at 10 a.m. ET on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Veterans will log in to the Registration4Vets platform to register.

Registration for the AMBULATORY DIVISION will open at 2 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 29. Veterans will log in to the Registration4Vets platform to register.

Get registration ready at https://department.va.gov/veteran-sports/national-veterans-golden-age-games/

01/08/2026

We’ve now reduced the backlog of Veterans waiting for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits by 60% since the start of the second Trump Administration!

01/07/2026

Your story and experiences can shape Veteran health care.

Million Veteran Program (MVP) participants may complete the new Military Experiences and Toxic Exposures Survey in your online participant dashboard.

Survey responses help researchers better understand how your deployments, occupations, and exposure to toxic or hazardous substances may impact Veteran health and inform improvements in care.

Not yet part of MVP? Join today. www.mvp.va.gov.

01/06/2026

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

Happy New Year to all! As we embark upon 2026, here is a look back at all U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs accomplished for Veterans last year. https://department.va.gov/2025accomplishments/

12/31/2025

☝️Remember - there's a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for disability compensation and survivor benefit rates. You'll see the change in payments starting January 1, 2026. Review 2026 Veterans disability compensation rates by visiting https://www.va.gov/disability/compensation-rates/veteran-rates/

12/31/2025

After su***de loss, the “what ifs” can hit hard. It’s okay to feel guilt, anger, or confusion. VA’s resources can help you find your footing and support others who are grieving.

Explore support options: MentalHealth.VA.gov/su***de_prevention/coping-support.

12/30/2025

Need support right now? Need support later? The Veterans Crisis Line is here when you’re ready.

12/29/2025

All computer and phone systems are down for all facilities of the Alexandria VA Health Care System. All care and services are operating as usual. We will keep you updated when systems are back up.