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Resources by Topic: Veterans

Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Centers (GRECC)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs centers of excellence focused on aging. GRECCs are located at medical centers across the center, and each includes a research, an education, and a clinical component that work together to provide care to the aging veteran population and train healthcare professionals.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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The Rural Connection
Quarterly newsletter of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Rural Health (ORH). Reports on statistics, new projects, and programs within the VHA ORH. Highlights efforts underway to promote health and well-being in the rural Veteran population.
Type: Journal/Newsletter
Sponsoring organization: Veterans Health Administration's Office of Rural Health
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PubMed Search: Veterans and Rural Health
Presents PubMed's collection of journal article citations on the combined topics of veterans and rural health.
Type: Literature Search
Sponsoring organization: U.S. National Library of Medicine
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National Resource Directory
Provides information on, and access to, services and resources for wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans, their families, families of the fallen, and those who support them from recovery and rehabilitation to community reintegration.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Disabled American Veterans Hospital Service Coordinator Directory
State-by-state list of Hospital Service Coordinators (HSCs), their affiliated VA Medical Centers, and contact information. HSCs manage DAV transportation programs for veterans needing medical care.
Type: Directory
Sponsoring organization: Disabled American Veterans
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Rural Veterans and Access to Healthcare Topic Guide
Presents information on rural veterans' access to healthcare, including frequently asked questions regarding VA eligibility, the Veterans Choice Program, and rural veteran demographics and health concerns, among others. Features resources, organizations, models, and more.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: Rural Health Information Hub
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VA Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships
Helps faith-based and community organizations learn about the benefits, programs, and resources the VA offers to help them meet the needs of their communities.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Veterans Health Administration Locations
Provides a map of the United States that is divided into the 23 Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISN) geographic regions. Users can click on each region to learn more about the network and its local facilities, including contact information for every VA location.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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VA State Summary Reports
Provides links to summaries for each of the 50 states, which offer statistics related to veterans and their health care.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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VA Geriatrics and Extended Care
Provides information on Veterans Health Administration geriatrics and extended care, hospice and palliative care, long-term care, and home and community-based services.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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