HQ Function

Serves as the central administrative hub, responsible for nationwide policy development, program oversight, and leadership for all VA operations, including healthcare, benefits, and memorial affairs for veterans.

Notable Features:

Historic federal building in a prominent D.C. location, designed in a classical style. Proximity to the White House and other key government institutions. The building houses the Office of the Secretary and other principal leadership.

Work Culture:

A mission-driven public service environment focused on serving U.S. veterans. The culture emphasizes integrity, commitment, advocacy, respect, and excellence (ICARE values). It involves collaboration across various administrations (VHA, VBA, NCA) and with numerous stakeholders.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is the nerve center for one of the largest federal agencies, formulating policies and managing resources that impact millions of veterans and their families. It represents the nation's commitment to its veterans.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters embodies the VA's core values of Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE), aiming to provide dignified and effective support to veterans through its administrative functions.

Location:

While the VA's primary mission serves veterans within the United States and its territories, it maintains a global presence to support U.S. veterans living or traveling abroad. This includes the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Regional Office in Manila, Philippines, which processes benefits for veterans in many foreign countries. Additionally, VA services, such as healthcare coordination and benefits assistance, can often be accessed through U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide. The National Cemetery Administration (NCA) also manages overseas American military cemeteries in several countries.

Street Address:

810 Vermont Avenue NW

City:

Washington

State/Province:

D.C.

Country:

USA