DAV Dept. of Virginia

10/13/2026

VA UPDATE: New VA guidance on informed consent increases transparency for Veterans before they receive a prescription for psychotropic medications, which include antipsychotics, stimulants, antidepressants, anxiolytics and opioids.

New VA guidance on informed consent increases transparency for Veterans before they receive a prescription for psychotropic medications, which include antipsychotics, stimulants, antidepressants, anxiolytics and opioids.

10/13/2026

Happy 251st birthday to the United States Navy. Since 1775, Sailors have stood watch on every ocean — and Virginia, home to the world's largest naval base, knows that service better than anyone. To every Sailor and Navy veteran: fair winds and following seas, and thank you.

10/12/2026

Since 1987, the DAV Transportation Network has provided:
- Tens of millions of rides
- Hundreds of millions of miles driven
- Zero cost to veterans

This legacy continues only through volunteers. Virginia veterans need YOU to keep this promise alive.

Volunteer drivers are the lifeline of this program. Without them, veterans cannot access earned medical benefits.

Be part of this 38-year legacy: https://f.mtr.cool/103zmxkmsh

Our nation’s heroes travel around the globe to protect our freedoms—it’s only right that we return their dedication. Volunteering to drive a vehicle ensures that even those living remotely from VA hospitals can make their appointments and never go without the treatment they need. It’s all pa...

10/12/2026

3 days left. Don't forget your donations.

As you pack for the Fall 2026 Conference, set aside room for your donations to the Virginia DAV Auxiliary's Community Service Impact Project. Personal items such as new socks, T-shirts, undergarments and toiletries are always needed.

10/11/2026

⛈️ Severe weather may change your plans—but staying connected to your VA care is still possible.

The DAV Department of Virginia encourages enrolled veterans to use VA Health Connect to manage upcoming appointments, no matter the forecast.

📞 Call 1-855-679-0074 and press 2 for scheduling assistance.
📱 Chat through the VA Health Chat app, available on Apple’s App Store or Google Play. Sign in using ID.me or Login.gov.

Stay safe, plan ahead, and keep your care on track.

🚨 In an emergency, dial 911.
For veterans experiencing a mental health crisis, call 988 and press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line for confidential support, available 24/7.

Learn more at va.gov.

10/10/2026

WHAT DOES A DAV VOLUNTEER DRIVER DO?

You transport Virginia veterans to and from their VA medical appointments in DAV-provided vehicles. That's it.

No special skills required. No long-term commitment demanded. Drive as little as one day per month.

The veterans you serve rely on this transportation to access medical care they earned through service and sacrifice. Many have no other options.

Your time = Their access to healthcare

Ready to help? https://f.mtr.cool/8uy2onld9g

Our nation’s heroes travel around the globe to protect our freedoms—it’s only right that we return their dedication. Volunteering to drive a vehicle ensures that even those living remotely from VA hospitals can make their appointments and never go without the treatment they need. It’s all pa...

10/10/2026

FRONT LINE TO PRODUCTION LINE: Manufacturing Hiring & Credentialing Expo! 🇺🇸⚙️
Looking to transition military experience into high-demand manufacturing, earn industry credentials, or connect with veteran-ready employers across the Commonwealth?
Virginia Western Community College and GENEDGE are hosting the 1st Annual "Front Line to Production Line" Manufacturing Hiring & Credentialing Expo in Roanoke. This full-day event brings together regional manufacturers, workforce partners, and veterans to celebrate service and open direct career pathways.
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EVENT DETAILS
• Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
• Location: Virginia Western Community College
• Address: 3094 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA
• Admission: Free entry for veterans and all job seekers (registration requested)
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | HONOR CEREMONY (Whitman Theatre, M106, Business Science Bldg)
Virginia manufacturers publicly honor their veteran employees with on-stage recognition, military guest speakers, and patriotic music. Families, coworkers, and the community are invited.
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | LUNCH & NETWORKING
Connect with manufacturers, fellow veterans, and workforce partners on site.
• 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | HIRE: JOB FAIR & WORKFORCE RESOURCES (Rooms HP208–HP210, Fralin Center, 2nd Floor)
Meet hiring manufacturers, explore credentialing and upskilling programs, connect with veteran service organizations (including the USO and VFW), and see demonstrations in advanced manufacturing technology and robotics.
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REGISTRATION & CONTACT
• Veterans & Job Seekers: Scan the QR code on the flyer to register through Eventbrite.
• Employers & Hirers: To reserve a no-cost hiring table or nominate a veteran employee for on-stage recognition, contact Andre B. Corbin:
* Email: [email protected]
* Phone: (423) 530-9581
"The best way to honor a veteran is to hire one." Share this opportunity with veterans, transitioning service members, and military families across Western Virginia and the Commonwealth!

10/09/2026

VA UPDATE: VA launches new pilot program at six VA facilities to help Veterans establish VA.gov accounts faster than ever before, which means speedier access to VA services, care and benefits.

VA launches new pilot program at six VA facilities to help Veterans establish VA.gov accounts faster than ever before, which means speedier access to VA services, care and benefits.