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Imagined Endstate: Veterans connected to essential telehealth care despite
the lack of internet service or devices.
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Link to URL: VA Digital Divide Support
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APA Source for the URL: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (n.d.).
Bridging the Digital Divide. Retrieved from VA Digital
Divide Support
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What's the Big Deal: VA provides various solutions to bridge the digital
divide, including:
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Digital Divide Consult: Connect with a VA social worker to determine
eligibility for programs assisting with internet access and technology for
telehealth.
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VA Internet-Connected Devices: Borrow an internet-connected tablet from VA
to access telehealth services.
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Use VA Video Connect Without Data Charges: Partnered with major mobile
carriers to ensure Veterans can access telehealth without worrying about
data fees.
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Telehealth Sites in Your Community: ATLAS sites provide private spaces for
video appointments with VA providers, located in partnership with
organizations like The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and
Walmart.
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Internet and Phone Service Discounts: Eligible Veterans can receive
discounts on broadband, phone, and bundled services through programs like
the Affordable Connectivity Program and Lifeline. Contact the Digital
Divide Consult for eligibility assessment.
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