National Festival Showcases the Best in Veterans Creative Arts
Posted in Uncategorized on November 30, 2016
Tags: charity, crafts, military, veterans
Art can be valuable healing tool for veterans, giving them a way to share their experiences, express a wide range of emotions, and even improve physical and cognitive dexterity. Recognizing this value, many VA hospitals and clinics incorporate creative arts into their rehabilitation programs, and have in turn discovered countless true artists who once wore Read More »
Find the Most Veteran Resources in Dallas
Posted in Uncategorized on November 28, 2016
Tags: city guide, military, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
As the center of the fourth most populous metropolitan area in the United States, Dallas, Texas is home to more than 120,000 US military veterans, 43,000 of which are age 65 and older. These veterans, through their honorable service to their country, have earned many benefits that can make life better for themselves, their spouses, Read More »
Famous Military Dogs: Soldier's Best Friend
Posted in Uncategorized on November 25, 2016
Tags: history, military, veterans
War dogs are not a new trend. The first historical reference to them comes from ancient Turkey around 600 BC. The first ruler, Alyattes had his soldiers release packs of dogs on rival troops during battle. The attack dogs were incredibly effective at startling and scaring the enemy cavalry horses. Beyond serving as attack dogs, Read More »
Tax Credits for Hiring Veterans: What You Need to Know
Posted in Uncategorized on November 23, 2016
Tags: employment, military, veterans, veterans benefits
The military prepares a soldier’s body and mind for battle, but it also prepares them for work outside the military. Veterans are a valuable asset for any company or corporation. Their unique discipline and experience make them an excellent hire for nearly any type of job. Many employers already understand this benefit, but do not know Read More »
Start Here to Find San Diego Veterans Resources
Posted in Uncategorized on November 22, 2016
Tags: city guide, military, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
Known as the “birthplace of California,” San Diego is the state’s second largest city, with enjoyable year-round weather, extensive beaches, and a natural deep-water harbor. For much of its history, the city has been a hub for U.S. military activity, with bases for the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. During WWII, the city’s Read More »
Cheers to Veteran-Owned Breweries
Posted in Uncategorized on November 21, 2016
Tags: employment, military, veterans
Commitment, honor, skill, and discipline are traits that make a great soldier. Coincidentally, those are the same traits that also make a great beer. Across the country, veterans are serving up some very tasty beverages. Let’s take a tour of some of the best veteran-run breweries around. Veterans Brewing Company Based in Chicago, this home-grown Read More »
Find the Miami Veterans Resources You Need
Posted in Uncategorized on November 17, 2016
Tags: city guide, military, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
Sun, fun, ocean waves, and sandy beaches make Miami a top choice for many veterans and retirees. As the 42nd-most populous city in the United States, the Miami metropolitan area, has a combined population of nearly 6 million people making it one of the largest cities in the Southeastern United States. In addition to being Read More »
Traumatic Brain Injuries: Common Misconceptions
Posted in Uncategorized on November 16, 2016
Tags: tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, veterans
Few civilians realize that each war has a trademark wound. In Vietnam it was gunshot wounds and explosion-induced missing limbs. In the recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, the wounds were a hodge-podge of gunshots, missing limbs, and the more difficult to identify, traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the Center for Deployment Psychology, an Read More »
Gateway to St. Louis Veterans Resources
Posted in Uncategorized on November 15, 2016
Tags: city guide, military, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
More than 9 percent of the state of Missouri’s total population is made up of U.S. military veterans, military families, and active, guard, and reserve personnel. In St. Louis alone, more than 500,000 military veterans live and work, with around half being over the age of 65. In 2015, more than $1.6 billion was paid Read More »
Prosthetic Resources for Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on November 14, 2016
Tags: charity, military, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Over a quarter of veterans living in the United States are disabled. The VA reports that the number of veterans using prosthetics or other assistance devices has increased sharply over the past decade. To support the number of veterans requiring artificial limb support, the Veterans Benefits Administration, along with many charitable organizations offer multiple programs Read More »
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