PTSD Bytes podcast: We discuss trauma and resilience in the LGBTQ+ community
VA, in support of The Strong Veterans Act of 2022, has dedicated a week to organize and facilitate Veteran connections, outreach and education around peer wellness, crisis prevention and community. This week is appropriately titled “Buddy Check Week” and will be held soon from Oct. 16 to 20.
VA’s new mission statement emphasizes the importance of equitable opportunities for all to further build a safer environment for underserved populations.
The Strong Veterans Act of 2022 requires VA to conduct an annual Buddy Check Week. During the week of Oct. 16 to 20, all Veterans are invited to complete peer wellness, resiliency and S.A.V.E. training with a pledge to talk to 10 Veterans, families and caregivers and/or survivors. VA’s goal is to increase access to VA health and benefits, improve mental health, increase awareness on suicide prevention, decrease isolation and support peer networking.
VA partners with the American Kidney Fund to address the rising rates of kidney disease within the Veteran community.
Veterans have several no-cost options to choose from when logging in or creating an online account for VA.gov. Regardless of the option you choose, take a moment to ensure you’re accessing your account securely.
Thirty finalists in VA’s Mission Daybreak presented their suicide prevention solutions at Demo Day, an in-person showcase event held Nov. 4.
Hope For The Warriors provides free comprehensive support programs to post-9/11 service members, Veterans, spouses and families of the fallen.
The Bob Woodruff Foundation aims to ensure Veterans have access to services, opportunities they need
Through the Got Your 6 Network, the Bob Woodruff Foundation ensures that Veterans have access to the services and opportunities they need.
The Military Broadcast Radio (MBR) is a podcast-hosting web platform that specializes in “giving Veterans a voice” by allowing them to host talk and music shows.
American Corporate Partners (ACP) and a Fortune 500 Business mentor can help Veterans find their next civilian career
Veterans wanting to learn more about financial literacy can take advantage of the following free resources and events from The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)