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May is National Military Appreciation Month: 7 Ways to Celebrate
Posted in Uncategorized on May 11, 2016
Tags: military, veterans
Who Started National Military Appreciation Month? The month of May contains more national observances in honor of the armed forces than any other month, and it makes perfect sense that it should be designated as “National Military Appreciation Month.” In 1999, Senator John McCain introduced legislation to make the designation official, and both the Senate Read More »
13 Military Quotes Every Veteran Will Appreciate
Posted in Uncategorized on May 10, 2016
Tags: history, military, veterans
Quotes can be used to motivate, teach, warn, and memorialize. In the realm of warfare and battle, there have been many exceptional quotations recorded, shared, and retold. We’ve gathered 13 of our favorite military quotes, most of which are taken directly from the mouths of those who have seen war and been profoundly affected by Read More »
Public Service Recognition Week: Celebrating Those Who Serve
Posted in Uncategorized on May 9, 2016
Tags: holiday, veterans
The first person to set foot on the moon. The creator of flame-retardant clothing. The inventor of an early tsunami detection system. Caregivers for veterans and wounded soldiers. Your mailman. What do they all have in common? They are all public servants. More than 3 million Americans are classified as “public servants,” non-uniformed employees of Read More »
5 Services That Make Life Easier for a Veteran
Posted in Uncategorized on May 4, 2016
Tags: charity, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, veterans
As a member of the armed forces, you served your country with honor and sacrificed much of your own personal freedom to protect others. Now that you’re retired, injured, or both, you may wonder if society has forgotten that sacrifice. The good news is that there are numerous companies and organizations out there that want Read More »
The Veterans Cafe Podcast Interview
Posted in Uncategorized on May 3, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, military, tips for seniors, veterans
VeteranAid.org was delighted to have the opportunity to have an interview on The Veterans Cafe Podcast. Wes and Tracy are the founders of The Veterans Cafe and we connected with them shortly after publishing this blog post about the best veterans' podcasts. Wes and Tracy are both U.S. veterans. Debbie Burak had a wonderful time Read More »
Celebrating Military Spouse Day
Posted in Uncategorized on May 2, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, military spouses, veterans, women
Anyone who has been in the military will tell you, it’s more than just a job that you work at 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., come home, and forget about it over the weekend. Military service can affect where you live, what you do with the majority of your day, and even whether or not Read More »
Looking Ahead: How Much Does Assisted Living Cost?
Posted in Uncategorized on April 27, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
As you begin planning ahead for the years to come for you or a senior loved one, it’s vital to understand and realistically plan for the costs of aging. And if you or your loved one has served in the U.S. armed forces, you’ll be happy to learn that you are most likely eligible for Read More »
Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: Understanding the Difference
Posted in Uncategorized on April 26, 2016
Tags: tips for caregivers, tips for seniors
As you or your loved one prepares for the future, it’s important to understand long-term care options. Veterans often face unique physical and mental health challenges, and, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, recent studies show that veterans diagnosed with PTSD have double the risk of developing dementia than other veterans. Exploring the range of services Read More »
How to Help Veterans Afford Your Care Facility
Posted in Uncategorized on April 25, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
As the population ages, the likelihood of senior care facilities becoming home to veterans will increase, especially in the decades to come when the post-9/11 age group begins considering their own future care. Many veterans will have injuries, disabilities, or other special needs that will require assistance in completing activities of daily living (ADLs), making Read More »
Tips for Learning the NATO Phonetic Alphabet
Posted in Uncategorized on April 22, 2016
Tags: history, military, veterans
If you’ve ever tried to make a phone call on your cell in a noisy area, or have experienced static or a bad connection, you know how challenging it can be to hear and be heard. Now imagine if, instead of day-to-day conversation, you were giving coordinates for an air strike, and the static on Read More »
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