We’re looking for a few good Veterans … and their dogs. 

We love our nurses! During National Nurses Week we’re telling their stories. Learn about three of your fellow Vets who are caring for their own. http://1.usa.gov/1ET3g4o

Did you know May 8th is Military Spouse Day? Celebrate your military spouse by improving communication and problem-solving skills that will strengthen your relationship! Check out this free online resource: http://goo.gl/UUyOC7

Today kicks off National Nurses Week, and VA wants to thank its wonderful nursing staff across the country caring for our Veterans.

Do you have a favorite VA nurse? Tell us about him or her!

“If you last tried VA 20 years ago, come back. VA is here for us.” On May 5, join a live discussion about VA health care with a group of OEF/OIF women Veterans. Register here: http://1.usa.gov/1tJjIi4

Not even an IED blast could keep this ‪#‎MarineCorps‬ ‪#‎Veteran‬ down for long.  See how connecting with other Veterans and counseling helped Steven recover: http://maketheconnection.net/stories/story.aspx?story_id=494‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

The personal stories of three Veterans show how brave and important it is to get support. ‪#‎MentalHealth‬ http://1.usa.gov/1Gy6F97

Every dropped call. 
Every homecoming. 
Every tearful goodbye. 
Every joyful return. 
Every day filled with worry. 
Every day filled with pride.

Our military spouses sacrifice a lot and support our troops even more. Our nation’s heartfelt thank you for all you do. 

If you’re the spouse of a Veteran find out how VA can help support you: http://www.caregiver.va.gov/

Today, no matter what faith you are, remember to keep our Servicemembers and Veterans in your thoughts and prayers. #NationalDayofPrayer http://1.usa.gov/1DU3yUJ

What you don't see in the headlines are the thousands of dedicated federal employees at VA that work hard every day to provide outstanding care for our Veterans. This Public Service Recognition Week we thank them all for their skill and dedication to improving and strengthening our care for Veterans.

Photo: Catherine Verkaaik, Ph.D., RN, Acting Chief Nursing Officer (far left), and Jean Sobczak, MBA, Assistant Director (far rt) greet employees at the VA San Diego Healthcare System entrance on Monday, May 03, 2010 for Public Service Recognition Week.

May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month and throughout the month we’ll be bringing you the stories of Asian-Pacific Americans who bravely served their country.

Today we honor Susan Ahn Cuddy, the first Asian American woman to enlist in the U.S. Navy and the first female gunnery officer to train Naval pilots. She eventually became a Lieutenant and went on to work for Naval Intelligence, garnering many firsts for Asian Americans and women in the military. In 1947 Susan joined the National Security Agency in D.C., where she worked on many top secret projects for the Department of Defense and other agencies until 1959. For many years Susan had the highest security clearance of any Asian in the United States.

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, which ended the Vietnam War. During the lead up to its fall, Saigon was evacuated by many Servicemembers who flew into the city to rescue American and Vietnamese citizens. While the Fall of Saigon concluded with a U.S. retreat, many brave men and women risked life and limb to save their countrymen.

We remember them today and every day.