DVA News
August is National Wellness Month - Resources from your Washington Department of Veterans Affairs
Published: 08/12/2025
August is National Wellness Month! The Suicide Prevention Team at your Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs is supporting overall health and wellness among our Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) by highlighting the importance of good self-care and preventative measures to help ensure positive practices and good mental health! We would like to… read more
PROCLAMATION - Purple Heart Recipient Recognition Day
Published: 08/07/2025
PROCLAMATION - Purple Heart Recipient Recognition Day
WHEREAS, our nation and its principles have been defended throughout history by brave and patriotic people who willingly sacrificed their own well-being for the cause of freedom and democracy; and
WHEREAS, our veterans have earned profound and eternal gratitude from Washingtonians for their willingness to risk life and… read more
NEWS RELEASE - The State Veterans Cemetery, Medical Lake will hold a Forgotten Heroes interment on August 7 at 1:00pm
Published: 08/07/2025
The State Veterans Cemetery, Medical Lake will hold a Forgotten Heroes interment on August 7 at 1:00pm.
Spokane County – The State Veterans Cemetery, Medical Lake will hold a Forgotten Heroes interment on August 7 at 1:00pm.
WDVA works closely with Veterans service groups, funeral industry partners, public administrators and other… read more
Rapid Response, Lasting Impact: Veterans Housed Through Pierce County Surge
Published: 08/06/2025
Rapid Response, Lasting Impact: Veterans Housed Through Pierce County Surge
The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs is thrilled to announce the… read more
Real Veterans, Real Voices- Suffering in Silence: A Roll Call for Community Inclusion
Published: 07/24/2025
Real Veterans, Real Voices- Suffering in Silence: A Roll Call for Community Inclusion
Your Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Suicide Prevention Team would like to recognize the importance of not only mental health wellness but also… read more
VAAC Town Hall and Women Veterans Forum - Okanogan County - Omak Elks Lodge
Published: 07/23/2025
Celebrating the Legacy of the Orting Veterans Farm
Published: 07/22/2025
Celebrating the Legacy of the Orting Veterans Farm
As we bid farewell to the Orting Veterans Farm, which ceased operations on July 1 due to completion of funding from a VA Rural Farms Grant, we reflect on the immense impact it has had on the community, the land, and the many Veterans who found purpose and healing through its soil. This farm was more than just… read more
Celebrating July as Disability Pride Month
Published: 07/21/2025
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the strength, identity, and visibility of people with disabilities. It honors the choice to embrace disability as a vital part of who someone is—rejecting shame, stigma, and internalized ableism. This month invites the disability community to come together, uplift one another, and amplify voices that deserve to be seen… read more
Celebrated Veteran Author and State Poet Laureate to speak in Yakima at 8th Annual Serving Those Who Served Conference - Author Shannon Huffman Polson and poet Derek Sheffield will give keynote presentations at Veterans-focused conference
Published: 07/18/2025
Celebrated Veteran Author and State Poet Laureate to speak in Yakima at 8th Annual Serving Those Who Served Conference
Author Shannon Huffman Polson and poet Derek Sheffield will give keynote presentations at Veterans-focused conference
June 24, 2025 - The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) today announced Veteran and author Shannon Huffman Polson and… read more
Fraud Alert: Protect Veterans from Pension Poaching - Release from Office of Inspector General
Published: 07/09/2025