CONWAY — Veterans will have better access to care in their community and the ability to interact with specialists on their smartphones thanks to new programs offered by Veterans Affairs, Manchester VA leadership told about 20 people who attended a meeting at the Conway Public Library on Feb. 12.
The purpose of the event, dubbed a “Veteran Town Hall” was to have an open forum for veterans to engage with VA officials about health care and benefits.
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