When VA calls, veterans listen

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When VA calls, veterans listen
By Leo Shane III
 Jan 18, 04:13 PM
Staffers were able to connect with more than 70% of veterans they called as part of the Solid Start program in fiscal 2021, according to a new Government Accountability Office report. (Stock photo)

One of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ most effective outreach efforts may be a simple telephone call to ask veterans if they have any questions.

According to data to be released later this week by the Government Accountability Office, staffers in the VA Solid Start program were able to connect with more than 70% of recently separated servicemembers in fiscal 2021 to discuss health care benefits, program offerings and other veteran-related questions.

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