The Voice of Texas Veterans

This episode of The Voice of Texas Veterans is your guide to the VA Women Veterans Enrollment Summit , coming to the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio July 24–25 . Enroll in VA health care, get info on disability claims and benefits, mental health support, legal services, and choose from dozens of breakout sessions designed specifically for women veterans. You'll also find a r...

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're also looking ahead to another milestone—nearly 100 years of the Texas Veterans Commission serving veterans, their families, and survivors. On this episode of The Voice of Texas Veterans, you'll learn about all the free services we offer. Claims filing, employment services, education benefits, health care advocacy, entrepreneurship, the Wom...

Filing a VA disability claim can seem complicated, but getting the right help can make all the difference. On this episode of The Voice of Texas Veterans, we talk with a Texas Veterans Commission Claims Benefits Advisor about the claims process, common mistakes veterans make, Compensation and Pension (C&P) exams, denied claims, disability ratings, and survivor benefits. Make a Claims Appointme...

In this episode we profile Marine Corps veteran Dr. Betty Mosley Brown, who enlisted in 1978 and has spent decades serving her community and fellow veterans. Dr. Brown shares her experiences as a Marine and discusses the importance of Women Veterans Day. We also invite women veterans to connect with benefits and resources, at the VA's Women Veterans Enrollment Initiative Southwest Summit in Sa...

June is PTSD Awareness Month, and in this episode, we learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We will also hear from veterans who discovered alternative therapies that are helping with recovery.

Texas is home to more than 200,000 women veterans, and many continue their commitment to service through careers at Texas Veterans Commission. Among them are the Women Veterans Coordinators who work in communities across the state, connecting women veterans with benefits, resources, employment opportunities, and support networks. We are talking with those coordinators and the program’s director, A...

On June 12, Women Veterans Day, we celebrate the 1948 law allowing women to serve as regular members of the military. There will be events happening across the state in recognition. Texas is home to more than 200,000women veterans, and some of them work right here at Texas Veterans Commission. Today you will hear from three of those women about their service, and commitment to helping women vetera...

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor service members who made the ultimate sacrifice. Whether you observe with quiet reflection or community activities, know that Texas Veterans Commission supports survivors year-round. In this episode, hear a Memorial Day message from the Chairwoman of the Texas Veterans Commission and learn about benefits for eligible surviving spouses and dependent chil...

Texas State Jobs are everywhere! Join us for the State Agency Job Fair on May 20, from 10 - 1 at Workforce Solutions Capital Area in Austin. 9001, North I35 in Austin. Listen here for more info!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, in this episode, we focus on practical, everyday steps to support your mental well-being. Army veteran and mental health professional Dr. Natesha Smith-Isabell, talks about the importance of reducing stigma, recognizing the role of mental health in overall wellness, and simple ways to start prioritizing your mental health today.

May is Military Caregiver and Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to recognize the family members and loved ones who care for wounded, ill, or injured service members and veterans every day. In this episode, representatives from the Elizabeth Dole Foundation share what it means to be a Hidden Hero, explain how communities can support military caregivers and how caregivers can connect with resou...

In this episode, we recognize Military Spouses, by focusing on employment help from Texas Veterans Commission Family Career Advisors. We now have five of them in Workforce Centers around the state, and we are hiring one more. Family Career Advisors, offer spouses and dependents, the same employment support services available to veterans. Learn how they can help spouses build resumes, connect with...

April is the Month of the Military Child , in this episode we spotlight the unique experiences and of military-connected kids with the help of Army veteran, author, and entrepreneur Sarah Doran . Sarah shares what inspired her to start her own publishing company, and the challenges and of becoming a veteran entrepreneur. We also highlight how the Texas Veterans Commission supports veterans as they...

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month—a time to listen,learn, and support survivors. In this episode, survivors of military sexual trauma (MST) share their stories, and the Texas Veterans Commission Suicide Prevention Manager talks about the connection between trauma, healing, and hope.

More than 58,000 U.S. service members lost their lives during the Vietnam War, and their names are permanently inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC. Because not everyone can travel there, The Wall That Heals —a three-quarter scale replica—travels across the country each year. This year, Texas stops include Del Rio and Ranger. In this podcast a Vietnam veteran reflects on wha...

Many veterans aren’t aware of the benefits and services available in their own communities. That’s why resource fairs bring organizations like the Texas Veterans Commission, Texas Veterans Land Board, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and other partners together in one place. The FREE April 14 Veteran Community Resource Fair is coming up in Houston, where veterans can get claims assistance,...

As we recognize Vietnam veterans across Texas this month, Texas Veterans Commission encourages families, friends, and communities to help connect these veterans with the benefits and services they earned. In this episode, learn how you can help veterans access TVC services. We also highlight the upcoming visit of 'The Wall That Heals' to Del Rio, April 16–19—a 375-foot replica of the Vietn...

In this episode, the Texas Veterans Commission provides an overview of the free services available to veterans, family members, and survivors. Learn how to navigate the website, connect with the right programs, and access the benefits you’ve earned. Featuring insights from multiple TVC staff members, this episode is your starting point for understanding how TVC can support you.

Health Care Advocates are a valuable part of Texas Veterans Commission. They help veterans navigate the VA health care system, from enrollment to community care, labs, prescriptions, and billing too. Advocates empower veterans to speak up for themselves. We talked with two advocates who use their own experiences to connect with and assist veterans. Find Your Advocate Here.

As we celebrate Vietnam Veterans this March, let's make sure we connect them with their benefits. Texas Veterans Commission can help with that, offering free services to veterans, spouses, and survivors.

What a great name for one of our Fund for Veterans' Assistance grantees, Henry's Home, Horse and Human Sanctuary . I put a comma in there to help you understand just how helpful this Mental Health grantee has been for veterans. Sometimes just talking to a horse can have a calming effect and make a world of difference.

Sometimes it is not enough to ask if someone is a veteran. It is better to ask: "Did you or a family member serve in the military?" It is also important to know what to do if the answer is Yes. There are many benefits and services that veteran families can use. We'll explore some of the reasons veterans may not identify as veterans and we invite organizations to join the "Texans Ask: Did Y'all Ser...

Texas Veterans Commission has launched a special webpage for veterans aged 55 and older — filled with important information you can use now. If you were denied a disability claim years ago, don’t give up. In this episode, we talk with Army veteran and award‑winning TVC Claims Benefits Advisor Reggie Lewis about why it’s worth trying again and how TVC can help .

We talk with Williamson County’s Veteran Service Officer and the Veterans Treatment Court judge about their Texas Veterans Commission grant. The VSO uses funding to provide financial assistance, while the court uses its grant for staff, monitoring devices, and therapy for justice‑involved veterans.

Military life brings unique parenting challenges, finding the right support can make all the difference. In this episode, we explore the Parenting-STAIR (P-STAIR) intervention model—specially adapted to help military-connected moms build confidence, manage stress, and strengthen family relationships. Learn how military and veteran moms can join the study.