Caught You I-CARE-ing!

Kudos for Living Our Values

We invite you to recognize an employee or team who displayed one or more of VA's I-CARE Values of Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence during their interaction with you or others.

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* 1. Please provide the name of the employee that exhibited one or more I-CARE Values. If you are unsure of the name, share any information that might help us identify the employee, such as the date, time, and location of your interaction, the department where the employee works, or other details that could lead us to the correct person. If you would like to recognize a team, please provide the name of each employee (if known) or the department where the service or interaction took place.

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* 2. Which of the I-CARE Values were displayed by this employee or team? Choose all that apply.

INTEGRITY: Acts with high moral principle. Adheres to the highest professional standards. Maintains the trust and confidence of all with whom they engage. Is honest and sincere. Operates with fairness and equity in mind.

COMMITMENT: Works diligently to serve Veterans, caregivers, and family members. Is driven by an earnest belief in VA's mission. Fulfills individual and organizational responsibilities. Is passionate about providing high quality care and meeting the needs of all Veterans, regardless of where they are or how they identify.

ADVOCACY: Is truly Veteran-centric by identifying, fully considering, and appropriately advancing the interests of Veterans, caregivers, and family members. Displays a Veterans-first attitude and encourages others to do the same. Supports initiatives that best serve Veterans, especially those meant to address health disparities or inequities in care.

RESPECT: Treats all those served with dignity and respect. Thoughtful of the needs of others. Considerate of their fellow employees. Gives credit where it is deserved. Recognizes and appreciates the wide range of identities and perspectives of all who engage with KCVA. Welcomes differences and champions those who are often left behind.

EXCELLENCE: Strives for the highest quality in everything they do. Dedicated to continuous improvement. Is thoughtful and decisive in taking the lead when necessary. Is accountable for their actions and willing to admit mistakes, working hard to correct them and offer better in the future. Does not settle for "good enough" but instead sets goals that target outstanding.

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* 3. Please describe the actions of the employee or team that led you to submit this kudos.

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* 4. Please provide your name if you would like us to share it with the employee or team.

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* 5. If you are a Veteran and would like us to confirm receipt of your submission, please provide your postal address and/or email address below.

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