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Freedoms</a></li> </ol> </li> <li class="accessible-megamenu-panel-group"> <span class="mega-hdr-sub-text"><span class="panelheader">Special Events</span></span> <ol class="accessible-megamenu-lvl3"> <li><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/nvspse/">Adaptive Sports Program</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/nvspse/national-veterans-creative-arts-festival/">Creative Arts Festival</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/nvspse/national-veterans-golden-age-games/">Golden Age Games</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/nvspse/national-veterans-summer-sports-clinic/">Summer Sports Clinic</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.veteransgolfclinic.org/">Training - Exposure - Experience (TEE) Tournament</a></li> <li><a href="https://wheelchairgames.org/">Wheelchair Games</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.wintersportsclinic.org/">Winter Sports Clinic</a></li> </ol> </li> </ol> </div> </li> <li class="accessible-megamenu-top-nav-item"><!-- Begin Locations --> <span 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</div> </div> <div class="custom-slider-controls clearfix"> <div class=" pull-left"><a href="javascript:;" class="carousel-control arrow arrow-left"></a></div> <div class="factoid-middle"><span class="slider-highlight">ORH highlights</span> <div class="factoid-container"> <div class="factoid factoid-1 active"><span class="slider-factoid">See the Office of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRPWnszuX4Q" target="_blank" title="Rural Health video.">Rural Health video.</a></span></div> <div class="factoid factoid-2"><span class="slider-factoid">The Office of Rural Health released <a href="/docs/ORH-THRIVE_Annual-Report-Fiscal-Year-2023_508c" target="_blank" title=" “Thrive 2023,” ">“Thrive 2023,” </a>Annual report. </span></div> </div> <div class="clear"></div> </div> <div class="pull-right"><a href="javascript:;" class="carousel-control arrow arrow-right"></a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p align="center"><a href="/vets/resources.asp.#top"></a><a name="top"></a><a href="/vets/resources.asp#resource">Veteran Resources</a> | <a href="/vets/resources.asp#info">VA Information</a> | <a href="/vets/resources.asp#support">Support</a> | <a href="/vets/resources.asp#career">Career</a> | <a href="/vets/resources.asp#dem">Caregivers Video Series</a> | <a href="/vets/resources.asp#HBCR" title="Home Based Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Video Series">Home Based Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Video Series</a></p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a name="resource"></a>Veteran Resources</h3> <p class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container">Rural Veterans face distinct challenges compared to their urban counterparts. Below is a partial list of resources to connect you to the support and services required to support your long-term health and well-being.</p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container">VA Information</h3> <p class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov" title="Veteran's Health Library ">Veteran's Health Library </a> <br /><a href="http://www.explore.va.gov/">Explore VA</a><br /><a href="http://www.va.gov/">U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs</a><br /><a href="http://www.va.gov/benefits/">Veterans Benefits Administration</a><br /><a href="http://www.va.gov/health">Veterans Health Administration</a><br /><a href="http://www.cem.va.gov/">National Cemetery Administration</a></p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a name="support"></a>Support</h3> <p class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://connectedcare.va.gov" target="_blank" title="Connected Care">Connected Care</a> <br /><a href="http://www.usac.org/li/" target="_blank" title="Lifeline Program">Lifeline Program</a> for Veteran families in need of voice connectivity services <br /><a href="https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/nrd" target="_blank" title="National Resource Directory">National Resource Directory</a> <br /><a href="http://www.va.gov/vso/ " target="_blank" title="Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs)">Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs)</a> <br /><a href="http://www.caregiver.va.gov" target="_blank" title="VA Caregiver Support Website">VA Caregiver Support Website</a><br />If you are a Veteran or a Veteran’s caregiver and need information or services, watch our short <a href="/vets/VA_caregiver.asp" target="_blank" title="VA Caregiver support Line video">VA Caregiver Support Line video</a> and contact 855-260-3274 to reach a licensed, independent social worker.<br /><a href="https://www.prosthetics.va.gov/psas/HISA2.asp" target="_blank" title="Home Improvements and Structural Alterations">Home Improvements and Structural Alterations</a> (HISA) - Learn more about t<span>his grant opportunity, which provides medically necessary improvements and structural alterations to Veterans'/Servicemembers’ primary residence.<br /></span></p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a name="Career"></a>Career</h3> <p class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="http://www.vacareers.va.gov/rural-relocation/?utm_source=ruralprint&utm_medium=print&utm_campaign=vacareers2013" target="_blank" title="Health Care Career Options at VA">Health Care Career Options at VA</a><a> <br /></a><a href="https://www.dol.gov/vets/ " target="_blank" title="Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service's">Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service's </a></p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a name="Career"></a>Gerofit Program</h3> <p class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container">Watch videos spotlighting Veterans who use <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3AQ_JVoBEywSLDVtTw5lExCYHxjfp_Py" target="_blank" title="Gerofit">Gerofit</a>, a supervised telehealth exercise program for older Veterans.</p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a name="dem"></a>Caregivers Video Series</h3> <p class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container">To educate and aid Veteran caregivers, ORH funded the following caregiver video series, which is broken up into modules on specific topics. If you would like a DVD copy of the modules, or if you have questions or feedback, please call 801-582-1565 ext. 2770, or email the <a href="mailto:ORH-WR@va.gov" target="_blank" title="Veterans Rural Health Resource Center - Salt Lake City">Veterans Rural Health Resource Center - Salt Lake City</a> and mention the specific video module title(s) as shown below in blue. <br /><br />Tips for Dementia Caregivers<br /><br /><strong>Improving Communication in Dementia: </strong><br />It can be difficult to have a meaningful conversation with someone who has memory or language problems because of dementia. However, there are ways to make communication easier. This video highlights some practical tips to improve communication with a person who has dementia.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/ImprovComm.asp" target="_blank" title="Improving Communication in Dementia">Improving Communication in Dementia</a><br /><br /><strong>Intimacy in Dementia: </strong><br />The behavioral changes that come with advancing dementia can have a huge impact on relationships, especially as emotional closeness slowly changes due to both dementia itself and the demands of caregiving. The effect of these changes on intimacy can be especially difficult for a spouse or partner. This video portrays ways to maintain non-sexual intimate connections with your loved one.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/intimacy.asp" target="_blank" title=" Intimacy in Dementia "> Intimacy in Dementia </a><br /><br /><strong>How Much to Help in Dementia: </strong><br />Changes to cognition and memory affect what individuals can do independently. For people with dementia, completing familiar tasks, like cooking or managing medications, becomes more difficult. It can be hard for family members to know when they should take over or provide assistance. This video illustrates some examples of how to balance promoting independence for your loved one and knowing when to step in to help. <br /><br /><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/how_much_to_help.asp" target="_blank" title=" How Much to Help in Dementia"> How Much to Help in Dementia</a><br /><br /><strong>Addressing Major Safety Risks in Dementia: </strong><br />Oftentimes there are safety hazards that family members don’t recognize as potential problems in the home of someone with dementia. This video portrays a couple identifying and addressing safety concerns after the spouse with dementia attempts to prepare food on the stove and starts a kitchen fire. Safety tips are provided to address common safety issues around the home, including safe storage of firearms. <br /><br /><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/amsrd.asp" target="_blank" title="Addressing Major Safety Risks in Dementia ">Addressing Major Safety Risks in Dementia</a><br /><br /><strong>Preventing Financial Mismanagement in Dementia: </strong><br />Preventing Financial Mismanagement in Dementia: <br />From missed bill payments to impulsive spending and possible financial exploitation, this video portrays some of the challenges a person with dementia may encounter when they manage their finances independently. This video provides tips for dementia caregivers on how to protect assets, like sharing responsibility for managing money and limiting access to money. It also offers tips for fraud prevention.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/pfmd.asp" target="_blank" title="Preventing Financial Mismanagement in Dementia ">Preventing Financial Mismanagement in Dementia </a><br /><br /><strong>Minimizing Inappropriate Behavior in Dementia: </strong><br />Minimizing Inappropriate Behavior in Dementia: <br />Going out in public with someone with dementia can be challenging because your loved one may say or do things that are embarrassing, strange, or unpredictable. This video portrays a wife taking her husband out in public to enjoy a meal together. The husband has dementia and makes several rude and inappropriate comments to strangers. The wife explains that his behavior is because he has dementia. The video highlights tips to remember when taking someone out in public, especially when your loved one may behave inappropriately to others.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/mibd.asp" target="_blank" title="Minimizing Inappropriate Behavior in Dementia ">Minimizing Inappropriate Behavior in Dementia </a><br /><br /><strong>Medication Issues for People with Dementia: </strong><br />Recognizing and Managing Pain in People with Dementia: <br />Pain and generalized discomfort are often overlooked sources of irritability and aggression in people with dementia. This video portrays methods caregivers can use to recognize the signs of pain or discomfort, monitor pain and the side effects of pain medications, and manage pain without medications when possible.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/mipm.asp" target="_blank" title="Medication Issues for People with Dementia">Medication Issues for People with Dementia</a><br /><br /><strong>Recognizing and Managing Pain in People with Dementia: </strong><br />Engaging People with Dementia in Meaningful Activities: <br />People with dementia lose their ability to plan things on their own, leaving caregivers to help engage their loved one in activities that are meaningful. This video encourages caregivers to establish a consistent but flexible routine, set realistic expectations, and discover activities that provide a sense of accomplishment for the person with dementia.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/Rmppd.asp" target="_blank" title="Recognizing and Managing Pain in People with Dementia">Recognizing and Managing Pain in People with Dementia</a><br /><br /><strong>Engaging People with Dementia in Meaningful Activities: </strong><br />People with dementia lose their ability to plan things on their own, leaving caregivers to help engage their loved one in activities that are meaningful. This video encourages caregivers to establish a consistent but flexible routine, to set realistic expectations, and to discover activities that provide a sense of accomplishment for the person with dementia. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/Epdma.asp" target="_blank" title="Engaging People with Dementia in Meaningful Activities">Engaging People with Dementia in Meaningful Activities</a><br /><strong><br />Series Two: “Managing Dementia Behaviors: ABCs for Caregivers”</strong><br />Most people with dementia experience behavioral changes as their condition progresses, which can become challenging and distressing for caregivers to manage. This video series portrays Teri and Frank, a couple coping with Frank’s progressing dementia, to illustrate ways to communicate with and get help for someone with dementia. The series also teaches the ABC Model, a method that caregivers can apply for most troublesome or frustrating behaviors associated with dementia to help reduce or eliminate them.<br /><a id="anch_278" href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/ruralhealth/MP4/Communication_and_Self_Care_Assembly_AD_subt_LQ_2.mp4"><span style="color: #0066cc;"><br /></span></a><a href="/vets/comm_selfcare_assemb.asp" target="_blank" title="Communicating with Someone with Dementia"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Communicating with Someone with Dementia</span></a> <br /><em>Length: 15:41</em><br />Teri learns how to better communicate with Frank.<br /><a id="anch_278" href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/ruralhealth/MP4/Understanding_the_ABCs_of_Dememtia_Behaviors_AD_subt_LQ_2.mp4"><span style="color: #0066cc;"><br /></span></a><a href="/vets/understand.asp" target="_blank" title="Understanding the ABC’s of Dementia Behaviors "><span style="color: #0066cc;">Understanding the ABC’s of Dementia Behaviors</span> </a><br /><em>Length: 14:46</em><br />Teri attends a workshop to learn the ABC Model, a method used to eliminate or reduce behavioral problems in dementia.<br /><a id="anch_278" href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/ruralhealth/MP4/ABCs_of_Dementia_Behavior-Scenario_1_AD_subt_LQ_1.mp4"><span style="color: #0066cc;"><br /></span></a><a href="/vets/abc_scenario1.asp" target="_blank" title="ABC’s of Dementia Behavior: Scenario #1 "><span style="color: #0066cc;">ABC’s of Dementia Behavior: Scenario #1</span> </a><br /><em>Length: 12:26</em><br />Teri applies the ABC Model to Frank’s behavior.<br /><a id="anch_278" href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/ruralhealth/MP4/ABCs_of_Dementia_Behavior-Scenario_2_AD_subt_LQ_2.mp4"><span style="color: #0066cc;"><br /></span></a><a href="/vets/abc_scenario2.asp" target="_blank" title="ABC’s of Dementia Behavior: Scenario #2 "><span style="color: #0066cc;">ABC’s of Dementia Behavior: Scenario #2</span> </a><br /><em>Length: 11:42</em><br />Teri applies the ABC Model to Frank’s behavior.<br /><a id="anch_278" href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/ruralhealth/MP4/ABCs_of_Dementia_Behavior-Scenario_3_AD_subt_LQ_2.mp4"><span style="color: #0066cc;"><br /></span></a><a href="/vets/abc_scenario3.asp" target="_blank" title="ABC’s of Dementia Behavior: Scenario #3 "><span style="color: #0066cc;">ABC’s of Dementia Behavior: Scenario #3</span> </a><br /><em>Length: 9:42</em><br />Teri applies the ABC Model to Frank’s behavior.<br /><strong><br />Series One: “Information and Support for In-Home Dementia Caregivers”</strong> <br />Follow Harold and Margaret as they face common issues surrounding dementia in-home care, including home safety, legal matters, problem behaviors, and relaxation techniques. View the series of 20 modules broken into specific topics below.<span style="color: #0066cc;"><br /><br /></span><a id="anch_278" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module1.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Communicating with Your Doctor</span></a> <br /><em>Length: 05:08</em><br />Helping Harold & Margaret understand the stages of dementia.<br /><br /><a id="anch_279" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module2.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Overview of Dementia</span></a> <br /><em>Length: 04:44</em><br />A nurse defines three stages of dementia.<br /><br /><a id="anch_280" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module3.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Caring for the Caregiver</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:56</em><br />Margaret realizes she can’t face caregiving alone.<br /><br /><a id="anch_281" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module4.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Support Group</span></a><br /><em>Length: 05:25</em><br />Margaret meets other caregivers and starts to share her story.<br /><br /><a id="anch_282" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module5.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Relaxation Techniques</span></a><br /><em>Length: 09:33</em><br />Margaret and Annie learn techniques to help them cope.<br /><br /><a id="anch_283" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module5a.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Visualization of Relaxation Techniques</span></a><br /><em>Length: 03:38</em><br />Abbreviated version of Relaxation Techniques<br /><br /><a id="anch_284" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module6.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Self-Care for the Caregiver</span></a><br /><em>Length: 03:21</em><br />A nurse explains the importance of relaxation techniques and tending to caregivers’ physical and mental health.<br /><br /><a id="anch_285" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module7.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Legal Issues</span></a><br /><em>Length: 05:03</em><br />Harold’s memory continues to decline and the family must face the legal issues around having a degenerative, chronic illness.<br /><br /><a id="anch_286" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module8.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Facing Legal Issues</span></a><br /><em>Length: 05:17</em><br />A nurse outlines legal and medical documents that are necessary to prepare for future care, end of life issues, power of attorney etc.<br /><br /><a id="anch_287" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module9.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Communication</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:34</em><br />Both Margaret and Harold are having a hard time understanding each other. Margaret realizes she needs to change the way she talks to Harold.<br /><br /><a id="anch_288" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module10.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Home Safety</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:11</em><br />Harold is now in the moderate stage of dementia. He has trouble walking and slips and falls on an area rug. Margaret makes several changes around the house.<br /><br /><a id="anch_289" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module11.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Home Safety Tips</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:35</em><br />A nurse goes into detail about home safety.<br /><br /><a id="anch_290" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module12.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Problem Behaviors</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:39</em><br />Harold experiences a hallucination. He gets frightened and seriously agitated. Margaret can’t handle him.<br /><br /><a id="anch_291" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module13.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Dealing with Problem Behaviors</span></a><br /><em>Length: 05:27</em><br />A nurse explains problem behaviors common in moderate and severe stages of dementia. She offers tips to help with difficult behaviors.<br /><br /><a id="anch_292" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module14.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Finding Caregiver Assistance</span></a><br /><em>Length: 05:58</em><br />Given his worsening condition and agitation, Margaret can no longer care for Harold alone. She has to decide what to do next.<br /><br /><a id="anch_293" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module15.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Resources for Caregivers</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:30</em><br />A nurse explains in detail the resources caregivers can use to find the help they need.<br /><br /><a id="anch_294" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module16.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Implementing a Daily Plan</span></a><br /><em>Length: 06:01</em><br />Now that Margaret has help, she can create a daily routine for Harold based on his tastes and lifetime habits.<br /><br /><a id="anch_295" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module17.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Dealing with Incontinence</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:32</em><br />Harold has an accident in his bed overnight. He’s ashamed and anxious. Margaret must learn the steps to help decrease accidents.<br /><br /><a id="anch_296" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module18.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Wandering</span></a><br /><em>Length: 05:42</em><br />Harold often says he wants to go home. One day he leaves the house and wanders for several hours before the police find him and bring him home.<br /><br /><a id="anch_297" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module19.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Choosing a Nursing Facility</span></a><br /><em>Length: 04:56</em><br />As Harold declines, Margaret recognizes she can’t care for him at home any longer. She looks for a facility that can give Harold 24/7 care.<br /><br /><a id="anch_298" href="http://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module20.asp"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Caregiving in a Nursing Home</span></a><br /><em>Length: 06:00</em><br />Harold’s family moves him to a nursing home. Margaret realizes that even with 24/7 care, she can still contribute a great deal to his care.</p> <h3 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a id="HBCR"></a>Home-Based Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Programs Video Library</h3> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><br /><strong><strong>Introduction</strong></strong></h6> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckO7V9-CD4">Home-Based Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation</a> (2:15)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://youtu.be/S3tl3vMaDJs" target="_blank" title="Home-Based Cardiac Care for Rural Veterans">Home-Based Cardiac Care for Rural Veterans</a> (3:39)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/move/MP4/SMG01/SMG01_C03.mp4" target="_blank" title="Setting Goals with the SMART Approach">Setting Goals with the SMART Approach</a> (1:44)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:165,VANCP009" target="_blank" title="Communicating with Your Providers">Communicating with Your Providers</a> (0:48)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><strong>Understanding Heart Disease<br /></strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,W1702" target="_blank" title="Coronary Artery Disease">Coronary Artery Disease</a> (5:03)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://youtu.be/yPsTiSNzmEQ" target="_blank" title="Woman Take Heart: Battling Heart Disease & Stroke">Woman Take Heart: Battling Heart Disease & Stroke</a> (4:37)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,W1164" target="_blank" title="Getting Your Cholesterol Tested">Getting Your Cholesterol Tested</a> (6:29)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><br /><strong>Heart Conditions, Diagnosis, and Devices</strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,V1072" target="_blank" title="Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib)">Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib)</a> (6:06)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,W1711" target="_blank" title="Pacemakers">Pacemakers</a> (5:11)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,W1712" target="_blank" title="ICD: Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator">ICD: Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator</a> (5:51)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><strong>Understanding Pulmonary Disease</strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://players.brightcove.net/55864912001/3W3z5s6T_default/index.html?videoId=83153075001" target="_blank" title="Living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease">Living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease</a> (COPD) (5:33)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://players.brightcove.net/55864912001/3W3z5s6T_default/index.html?videoId=4826975842001" target="_blank" title="Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Treatment">Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Treatment</a> (5:17)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><strong>Medications</strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,W1411" target="_blank" title="Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)">Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)</a> (4:45)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,a90477" target="_blank" title="Step-by-Step: Using a Nebulizer with a Mouthpiece">Step-by-Step: Using a Nebulizer with a Mouthpiece</a> (1:25)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,a90332" target="_blank" title="Using an Inhaler in Mouth">Step-by-Step: Using an Inhaler in Mouth</a> (1:19)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,a90331" target="_blank" title="Step-by-Step: Using an Inhaler with a Spacer">Step-by-Step: Using an Inhaler with a Spacer</a> (1:27)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Q59zbq7FkI" target="_blank" title="Medications to Improve Heart Health">Medications to Improve Heart Health</a> (7:39)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><br /><strong>Exercise and Physical Activity<br /></strong><em>Be sure to consult with your cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation provider prior to making an exercise plan.</em></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBCgB8EvzYo" target="_blank" title="Setting a Daily Physical Activity Goal">Setting a Daily Physical Activity Goal</a> (1:57)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPsyl5elpOc&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyx3uD6h3iOc7ClJ0urGK8Ps&index=10" target="_blank" title="Walking or Wheeling: Using a Pedometer or Odometer">Walking or Wheeling: Using a Pedometer or Odometer</a> (1:34)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2AxoQ97ldQ&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyx3uD6h3iOc7ClJ0urGK8Ps&index=12" target="_blank" title="Why Warm-Up, Cool-Down, Stretch?">Why Warm-Up, Cool-Down, Stretch?</a> (1:06)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoSq7Sllg3M&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyx3uD6h3iOc7ClJ0urGK8Ps&index=26" target="_blank" title="Be Active, Be Safe During Exercise">Be Active, Be Safe During Exercise</a> (3:01)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><br /><strong>Exercise Demonstration Videos<br /></strong><em>Be sure to consult with your cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation provider prior to making an exercise plan.</em></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gerofitexercise" target="_blank" title="GeroFit Exercises: Seated and Standing">GeroFit Exercises: Seated and Standing</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyxoZ9a_qn37hyC-9OyWw01K" target="_blank" title="Get Fit for Life DVD">Get Fit for Life DVD</a></li> </ul> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><strong><strong>Nutrition<br /></strong></strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMi_2JyjqMY&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyx3uD6h3iOc7ClJ0urGK8Ps&index=13" target="_blank" title="How to Make a Healthy Plate (with examples)">How to Make a Healthy Plate (with examples)</a> (2:53)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:138,K1919" target="_blank" title="Eating Well with Heart Disease">Eating Well with Heart Disease</a> (6:12)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov%2FResources%2FVideoLibrary%2F%3Fe%3D0%23player%3A138%2CK1921&data=04%7C01%7C%7C3a921b16226f4b25afdf08d96d671b87%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C637661111869084786%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=VW37fqM0uVmSvstlF5cve%2BfagXbiNc3VmRynPI55oIw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Eating Well with High Blood Pressure">Eating Well with High Blood Pressure</a> (5:08)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:165,VANCP004" target="_blank" title="Eating Wisely">Eating Wisely</a> (2:22)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qey6GfdkqNE&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyx3uD6h3iOc7ClJ0urGK8Ps&index=29" target="_blank" title="Eating Wisely at Home">Eating Wisley at Home</a> (2:04)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsfMWq90VOM&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyx3uD6h3iOc7ClJ0urGK8Ps&index=22" target="_blank" title="Are Some Fats Better Than Others?">Are Some Fats Better Than Others?</a> (3:25)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><strong>Dealing with Stress<br /></strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary/?e=0#player:165,VANCP008" target="_blank" title="How Much Stress is Too Much?">Stress Management</a> (3:11)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://players.brightcove.net/55864912001/3W3z5s6T_default/index.html?videoId=66020490001" target="_blank" title="Help for Insomnia">Help for Insomnia</a> (5:03)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-SFdhVwrVA&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyzmq-nynXV3H80f6oQoCne_&index=4" target="_blank" title="Five Minute Mindful Breathing">Five Minute Mindful Breathing</a> (5:00)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kH-OQn5Ui8g&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyzmq-nynXV3H80f6oQoCne_&index=4" target="_blank" title="A Beginner's Mindfulness Body Scan">A Beginner's Mindfulness Body Scan</a> (7:31)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.ruralhealth.va.gov/vets/caregivers-module5a.asp" target="_blank" title="Visualization for Relaxation">Visualization for Relaxation</a> (3:38)</li> </ul> </ul> </ul> </ul> <h6 class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><strong>Tobacco Cessation </strong></h6> <ul> <ul> <ul> <ul> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PMKz7jR5rc&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyxgnvlw6S49-rQijhsAo1Bs&index=14" target="_blank" title="Tobacco and Health: Counseling and Medication">Tobacco and Health: Counseling and Medication</a> (2:47)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper research-physicians-container"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6DDupV9Qnw&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyxgnvlw6S49-rQijhsAo1Bs&index=18" target="_blank" title="One Size Fits None When Quitting Tobacco">One Size Fits None When Quitting Tobacco</a> (1:42)</li> <li class="inner-content-wrapper 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