The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) has published two new booklets and a series of eight training webinars for health providers who treat older veterans and their families.

 Podiatrists are advised to check the procedures for assessing and prescribing Medical Grade Footwear (MGF) for DVA clients, to support best-practice use and improved patient outcomes.

This includes use of the correct prescription form, and fitting and issuing the first pair of shoes to your client before prescribing subsequent pairs.

Temporary changes in service delivery to our clients during the current pandemic.

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) has listened to concerns raised by the health sector about the currency and usability of its website content, and has made significant changes to the web pages for providers.

Veterans and their families are being advised to avoid engaging with misleading advertisements by third-party referral organisations, about veteran healthcare.

The allied health treatment cycle arrangements for DVA clients continues to apply during the COVID-19 pandemic.

While their claim is being considered, eligible claimants will be able to receive medical and allied health treatment on a provisional basis for one or more of the 20 most commonly accepted conditions for ex-serving members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Access the latest information about hearing services available to veterans, including a free brochure that health providers can order.

DVA and the Older Persons Advocacy Network are continuing our successful series of webinars in June. Following on from the first three editions, webinars four and five will be held on Tuesday 16 June 2020. The topics are:

• 11am — Rehabilitation Appliance Program, and
• 2pm — DVA Community Nursing Program.

Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) clients have been advised to continue accessing health care during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to contact their usual General Practitioner (GP) to discuss the options available to them.