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February 6, 2018
If you were injured while on active duty, you are likely already on VA disability benefits. What you may not know is that you could also qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). VA disability and SSDI are both benefits […]
January 31, 2018
What makes an Equine Assisted Horse Professional? What special knowledge or skill might they need to have in order to do this work? An equine-assisted professional should have a grounding in basic horse care requirements: feeding and nutrition, grooming, de-worming, […]
January 31, 2018
For disabled veterans, simple tasks can get in the way of everyday activities. Not being able to put on your shoes, type on a computer or get down your front steps can make the difference between leading a fulfilling, independent […]
January 25, 2018
The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) (www.dvnf.org) has announced that it has sent a shipment of over $75,000 worth of necessities to assist veterans attending the Washington, DC VAMC Winterhaven Homeless Veterans Stand Down. This stand down event for homeless […]
January 23, 2018
Assisted living facilities are growing like wildflowers in many communities. What do they offer, and how can you talk with your veteran about considering one? Assisted Living Basics Assisted living facilities are housing for elderly or disabled people that provides […]
January 23, 2018
The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) (www.dvnf.org) has announced that it has sent a shipment of over $65,000 worth of necessities to assist veterans attending the Mobile Project Homeless Connect. This stand down event for homeless and low-income veterans will […]
January 4, 2018
The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) (www.dvnf.org) is urging veterans with PTSD and/or depression to seek the help they need during the vulnerable winter months. Depression is an illness that tends to be exacerbated by cold temperatures and shorter daylight […]
December 7, 2017
The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) (www.dvnf.org) is urging the Department of Veterans Affairs’ to reconsider a recent proposal that would cut a major homeless veteran program’s budget. A report from the Washington Post recently indicated that the VA planned […]
December 5, 2017
How Family Members Can Support a Clean and Sober Lifestyle for Their Returning Vet By Anna Ciulla A loved one who returns home from active military service is often not the same person they once were, having witnessed and experienced […]