Veterans Administration Resources
Tehama County Veterans Service Office
Call 530-529-3664 or visit the Tehama County Veterana Service Office for spccific hours and information
The following resources are sent out weekly by the Veterans Administration (VA News), the Los Angeles Compass (LA VA Administration). We will try to keep these updated. Please contact vfwpost4218@gmail.com if you find any that are inaccurate or no longer available or applicable.
VA makes it easier for women Veterans to access care
12/10/2025
Women Veterans can now schedule appointments directly with gynecology specialists, eliminating the previous requirement for a VA primary care provider referral to access care.
Financial Benefits for Qualified Spouses of Veterans
10/10/2025
Watch the latest episode of theSITREP to learn about benefits like Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, Survivors Pension and Caregivers Support Program.
Are You Eligible for VA Health Care?
8/27/2025
Watch this episode of theSITREP and learn the easiest way to determine if a Veteran qualifies for VA health care, by use of VA’s list of priority groups.
Simpler VA Travel Claims Right from Your Phone
8/27/2025
It’s easy to submit mileage-only travel reimbursement claims with the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. Submit claims in minutes, track status and skip the paper forms.
Reducing Suicide Risk for Rural Veterans
8/27/2025
Rural Veterans are at higher risk of suicide. Use these tools from VA that can create safer environments and help prevent a crisis.
VA Home Loans Can Help Veterans Buy a Home in a Tough Market
8/13/2025
No down payment, no private mortgage insurance and competitive interest rates are just some of the ways the VA Home Loan program can help Veterans buy a home. Discover the unique benefits of VA Home Loans and learn the steps to apply for this powerful financial tool.
Submit Travel Claims on the VA Mobile App
8/13/2025
The VA Health and Benefits mobile app now gives Veterans the ability to submit “mileage-only” travel claims directly from a smartphone or mobile device. In just a few taps, you can submit travel claims for mileage reimbursement if you traveled in your own vehicle from your home address to a VA medical appointment.
Eyeglasses Broken or Need Replaced?
8/13/2025
In this episode of theSITREP Mail Call, learn how you can get your VA eyeglasses repaired or replaced quickly and easily.
Five Tips on How to Help Homeless Veterans
8/6/2025
Check out these practical resources to help homeless Veterans in your community.
Don’t Keep that Near-miss or Repeated Blast Off Your Medical Record
8/6/2025
Medal of Honor recipient and former Army Staff Sgt. Clint Romesha writes about the importance of Veterans documenting or discussing with their doctor their exposure to blasts they may have experienced during service.
VA Expands Yearlong Authorizations for Community Care
8/6/2025
VA is extending the length of new community care authorizations to one year for various specialty services. Veterans referred by VA for these types of care will receive 12 months of uninterrupted treatment at VA expense before having to obtain a VA reauthorization.
Start a Conversation that Could Save a Life
7/30/2025
Notice something off about your Veteran buddy? Speak up. You don’t have to wait for the “right” moment or perfect words
VA News: Supporting and Honoring Veterans
7/30/2025
In this episode of VA News, explore the WellWithin Coach mobile app designed to meet the mental health needs of women Veterans, celebrate an epic coast-to-coast relay with Team Red, White & Blue, and honor the bravery of the Hello Girls from World War One.
How Do You Want to Live Your Life, Now and Through the End?
7/30/2025
The Conversation Project offers free resources to help you talk with those you trust about what matters most long before a health crisis hits, including: What kind of health care do you want as life changes? How to choose or be a health care proxy, how to support someone who’s seriously ill, and more.
Free Veteran Buddy Finder
7/30/2025
Find people you served with and make contact using Together We Served’s Veteran Buddy Finder. Over 2.5 million Veterans registered with service histories.
Managing Depression: Support For Veterans
7/23/2025
For Veterans experiencing depression, signs and symptoms can vary, but effective treatments are available. Therapy, medication, or a combination of both can improve your quality of life. Hear five Veterans share how treatment uplifted them.
Sharing the Story of the Purple Heart with Future Generations
7/23/2025
The National Purple Heart Honor Mission enrolls Purple Heart recipients into the Roll of Honor, a publicly accessible, online catalogue managed by the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New York.
Going Back to School? Here’s What to Know
7/23/2025
Whether you’re still in uniform, already out or a family member who qualifies—this episode of the SITREP does a deep-dive into your GI Bill benefit. From how to apply to avoiding costly mistakes, be prepared and click the link below
How to Get Reimbursed for Your VA-related Travel
7/23/2025
If you’re traveling for a VA health care appointment, VA will reimburse you for travel costs, including mileage, tolls, parking and authorized hotel stays, if you’re eligible. Your caregiver can get reimbursed, too
Women Veterans, Menopause Symptoms Getting in the Way? VA Can Help
7/23/2025
VA offers women Veterans support to navigate the phases of menopause. From medication and whole health resources to sleep and lifestyle counseling, VA is there for women Veterans during this transitional period of their lives