The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) is responsible for providing vital services to Americas veterans. Such services include health care, benefit programs, and access to national cemeteries to former military personnel and their dependents (The Department of Veterans Health, 2015). In this case we will be discussing the health care system and how it pertains to our veterans. The health benefits provided by the VA should serve as ones’ sole source of health care or as a complement to an already existing plan. As with anything it has its pros and cons. Overall, veterans are not receiving the amount of attention and medical services they deserve. In efforts the enhance this program the Concerned Veterans for American constructed The Veterans
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The goal of the CVA is to translate experience, concerns and hopes unique to veterans and their families into a common vision of freedom. They apply this unique perspective to speak out on issues that threaten to cripple not only our economic and national security, but the spirit of opportunity and liberty that all Americans cherish. They are driven to organize and amplify that perspective to both the American people and our leaders in Washington. This organization consist of veterans from every branch of uniformed service and every conflict from World War II to the global war on Terror. It’s also built with the family members of those who have proudly worn the uniform. As well, as freedom-loving citizens who value Americas hero’s and are concerned about the fate of our …show more content…
Concentrated on 10 Principles of reform, first, veterans should come first and should be at the center of their health care. Second, prioritize, and refocus on service-connected disabilities and specialized needs. Veterans with service-connected disabilities and specialized health are needs should be heavily prioritized. Third, improve and restructure VHA. Veterans who choose to use the VHA facilities should receive timely and quality care. Fourth, current VHA enrollees will be grandfathered. Fifth, veterans should acquire the the ability to choose where they get their health care. Based on eligibility, veterans should have the option to take their earned health care funds and use them to access care at the VA or in the voluntary (civilian) health care system. Sixth, the budget should not drive VHA reform. More efficient health care for our veterans may reduce the cost of their care, but reform should not be viewed as an avenue to reduce federal spending. Seventh, addressing demographic inevitabilities. Eight, break the cycle of “reform and failure.” The CVA believes that small minor tweaks can improve the heath care drastically. Only fundamental reform will break the cycle and empower veterans. Ninth, reform requires bipartisan courage, courage and commitment. Finally, the VHA needs accountability (CITATION). The VHA must be accountable to both veterans and taxpayers for its performance. Listed
The goal of the CVA is to translate experience, concerns and hopes unique to veterans and their families into a common vision of freedom. They apply this unique perspective to speak out on issues that threaten to cripple not only our economic and national security, but the spirit of opportunity and liberty that all Americans cherish. They are driven to organize and amplify that perspective to both the American people and our leaders in Washington. This organization consist of veterans from every branch of uniformed service and every conflict from World War II to the global war on Terror. It’s also built with the family members of those who have proudly worn the uniform. As well, as freedom-loving citizens who value Americas hero’s and are concerned about the fate of our …show more content…
Concentrated on 10 Principles of reform, first, veterans should come first and should be at the center of their health care. Second, prioritize, and refocus on service-connected disabilities and specialized needs. Veterans with service-connected disabilities and specialized health are needs should be heavily prioritized. Third, improve and restructure VHA. Veterans who choose to use the VHA facilities should receive timely and quality care. Fourth, current VHA enrollees will be grandfathered. Fifth, veterans should acquire the the ability to choose where they get their health care. Based on eligibility, veterans should have the option to take their earned health care funds and use them to access care at the VA or in the voluntary (civilian) health care system. Sixth, the budget should not drive VHA reform. More efficient health care for our veterans may reduce the cost of their care, but reform should not be viewed as an avenue to reduce federal spending. Seventh, addressing demographic inevitabilities. Eight, break the cycle of “reform and failure.” The CVA believes that small minor tweaks can improve the heath care drastically. Only fundamental reform will break the cycle and empower veterans. Ninth, reform requires bipartisan courage, courage and commitment. Finally, the VHA needs accountability (CITATION). The VHA must be accountable to both veterans and taxpayers for its performance. Listed