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VA integrated post-combat care: a systemic approach to caring for returning combat veterans
Deborah Amdur1, Alfonso Batres, Janet Belisle
1Office of Care Management and Social Work , Department of Veterans Affairs, Washington, DC, USA. Deborah.Amdur@va.gov
Social Work in Health Care
|August 18, 2011
Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) supports combat Veterans
Area of Science:
- Medical Technology
- Veterans Health
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is committed to providing comprehensive care to those who have served.
- Advancements in medical technology have increased survival rates for combat Veterans with severe injuries.
- Ensuring Veterans achieve optimal health, independence, and quality of life post-combat is a key objective.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the VA's system of Veteran-centered, post-combat care programs.
- To highlight the collaborative efforts between the VA and the Department of Defense (DoD) for a seamless continuum of care.
- To emphasize the crucial role of social workers in supporting Veterans and their families.
Main Methods:
- Collaboration between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD).
- Implementation of Veteran-centered care programs.
- Involvement of social workers in recovery, rehabilitation, and re-integration processes.
Main Results:
- Improved survival rates for combat-wounded Veterans due to medical advancements.
- Facilitation of a smooth transition and continuum of care for Service Members and Veterans.
- Effective support for Veterans and their families through recovery and re-integration.
Conclusions:
- The VA's collaborative approach with the DoD ensures comprehensive care for Veterans.
- Veteran-centered programs, with significant social worker involvement, are key to successful recovery and re-integration.
- The VA is effectively restoring Veterans to the highest possible level of health and quality of life.
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