My Goals FAQs

My Goals


What is My Goals?

My Goals is a tool in My HealtheVet that helps you set and achieve goals. Using My Goals may make it easier to achieve specific goals you set for yourself.

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How will using My Goals benefit me?

My Goals has six steps that can help you overcome common reasons people have difficulty reaching their goals. Setting up goals in My HealtheVet may help you find ways to improve your health. My Goals may benefit you by:

  • Helping you name a goal to work toward

  • Tracking your progress toward your goal

  • Sending you email reminders

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Can anyone else see My Goals?

You are the only one who can see your goals and all the information you have entered in My Goals. You can print a copy of your goals to share with your VA health care team or someone who supports you in achieving your goals.

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Can I set up Reminders?

Yes, you can set up reminders for your Tasks that will be sent to your email. Reminders help you remember when it is time to work on a Task. You can set up reminders by using the Health Calendar features.

  • Sign in to your My HealtheVet account

  • Select the Get Care tab

  • Select Health Calendar

  • Select Preferences to set up your email reminders

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Who can I contact for help with My Goals?

You may contact a member of your VA health care team to help you identify your Goals. The VA health care team can also help you with all the steps for achieving a goal.

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Who do I contact for support?

You can contact a member of your VA health care team to help you identify your Goals. If you have a technical question related to My Goals, please use the Contact tab at the top of any page on the website.

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Is there someone at my local VA facility who I can contact if I have questions?

Yes, please ask for the My HealtheVet Coordinator at your local VA facility for more help.

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Updated March 11, 2020