USNA '70 Health & Wellness
USNA '70 Health and Wellness Committee
Our Vision:
To strengthen the foundation of support, awareness, and acces for the USNA Class of 1970 – ensuring all members, families, and caregivers have the resources they need for lifelong well-being for mind, body, and spirit.
Our Mission:
To promote the physical, mental, and emotional health of USNA '70 graduates, their families, and caregivers by advocating for and helping implement education, resources and programs that foster holistic well-being.
Our Committee Members:
| First | Last | Role | Cell Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike | Borns | Chairman | moborns@gmail.com | (904) 273-4714 |
| Jim | Nolan | Member | jimnolan8470@gmail.com | (845) 534-7542 |
| Nubi | Knudsen | Member | mbknubi@yahoo.com | (703) 459-8666 |
| Grant | Thorpe | Member | grantthorpe6@gmail.com | (443) 547-4040 |
| Dick | Click | Member | usna701302@gmail.com | (770) 851-4067 |
| Jim | Hook | Member | jhook643@gmail.com | (951) 776-1865 |
| Ed | Moore | Member | edmund.moore@gmail.com | (703) 472-0331 |
How to Get Help:
- Email, Call or Text one of the Health & Wellness Members listed above.
- If no answer or response, try another Committee member.
- After connection with a Committee member, briefly explain your issue.
- You should get a steer to an appropriate person or organization that can help you with your issue.
- You may also be able to go directly to an organization by selecting a link below.
How to Get Veterans Administration (VA) Benefits
- VA Veterans Crisis Line (DIAL 988, then Press 1)
You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. - About VA Health Benefits
Learn how VA health care works and which Veterans health care services are covered. - VA Eligibility
Find out if you’re eligible for Veterans health care and how priority groups work. - Apply Online (VA Form 10-10EZ)
Learn how to prepare and apply for VA health care online, by phone, mail, or in person. - After You Apply
Find out when to expect a decision on your application, and what to do next. - Foreign Medical Program(FMP)
Are you getting medical care outside the U.S. for a service-connected condition? Find out how the Foreign Medical Program works and how to register. - Family and Caregiver Health Benefits
Find out if you qualify for VA medical benefits as a spouse, surviving spouse, dependent child, or caregiver. - VA Dental Insurance Program (VADIP)
Find out if you’re eligible for discounted private dental insurance for Veterans and family members. And learn how to enroll in a plan that best meets your needs.
Manage your VA Health and Benefits
- Manage your VA Healthcare with My HealtheVet
- Manage VA Health Appointments
- Refill VA Prescriptions and Manage Medications
- Review VA Medical Records Online
- Send and Receive Secure VA Messages
- File for VA Travel Pay Reimbursement
- Order VA Medical Supplies
- Get a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)
- Review and Pay VA Copay Bill
- Update VA Health Benefits Information
- For any VA Questions or Requests: Call (1-800-698-2411)
It is always the right number.
Other VA Benefits
- Disability Compensation (Pay)
Learn how to file a claim for disability compensation and manage your disability benefits. - VA Life Insurance
Explore your life insurance options and find out how to apply as a service member, Veteran, or family member. - Aid & Attendance Benefits & Housebound Allowance
Find out if you can get increased pension pay as a Veteran or surviving spouse who has disabilities. - VA Burial Benefits and Memorial Items
Learn about Veterans burial benefits, how to plan a burial service, and how to get compensation as a survivor. - VA Education and Training Benefits
Apply for and manage GI Bill and other education benefits to help pay for college and training programs.
myUSNA Health & Wellness Forums
- Mental Health & Resilience Health Forum
- Longevity / Health / Fitness Health Forum
- Living with OCD Health Forum
- Living with ADHD Health Forum
- Living with PTSD Health Forum
- Suicide Prevention Health Forum
- Multiple Meyloma Health Forum
- Parkinson's Discussion Health Forum
Updated: June 24, 2026
Curator: Ed Moore