NEWS
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VA Planning Reconsideration of Rejected Gulf War Illness Claims
Approximately 175,000 to 210,000 Veterans of the 1991 war have reported a consistent pattern of symptoms that include gastrointestinal trouble, headaches, joint pain, memory loss, muscle aches, rashes, and sleep disorders. Full Article
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In honor of our World War II Veterans and the 65th Anniversary of the raising of the American flag at Iwo Jima, the National Veterans Foundation announces the release of Semper Fi, an historical tribute to the courage, valor, and sacrifice of the U.S. heroes who turned the tide of World War II, and paved the way to victory. Full Article
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2011 May Bring Longer VA Claims Delays
The DVA will hire an estimated 4,000 claims processors with part of it's unprecedented 27% increase in budget. 2011 claims processing not expected to increase, however. Full Article
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Veteran Affairs Chairman Filner talks about Agent Orange
Veterans Network recently taped it's sixth Veterans Legislation Report hosted by U.S. Congressman Bob Filner, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs.
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PSI Awarded Department of Veterans Affairs Contract to Enhance ... - Business Wire (press release)
?PSI is proud to have the opportunity to assist the Veterans Administration in aligning health technology solutions with the needs of veterans,? said Terry Lin, Chief Executive Officer, speaking from psi's Healthcare IT Solutions office in Falls Church ... Full Article
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Korea, US Prepare for 60th Anniversary of Korean War - Korea Times
Officials from the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, the Ministry of Public Administration and the Seoul City Administration will be seconded to the committee. One of the projects will include organizing sessions about veterans' experiences in ... Full Article
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NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR FORGOTTEN HEROES OF THE COLD WAR!
National Day of Remembrance for Forgotten Heroes of the Cold War! Read More
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Red Hawks Gathered Nations City of KIng Pow Wow
Featuring All Nations Warrior Drum and Namawochi Drum. Participants are members of over 30 different Indigenous Nations, Bands and Tribes. Event is located at King American Legion Post # 290 in King, NC. For questions or directions call (336) 593-8159 or email cityofkingpowwow@yahoo.com. Read More
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USS PIEDMONT AD-17 Annual Reunion
The 2010 reunion will be in Atlanta, Ga October 13-17. Contact Bill Kastens, 785-272-2604 or bmk1930@sbcglobal.net Read More
BLOGS
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A Work for Veterans of All Eras
What I saw that night was Tracers, one of the truest and most compelling tellings of the Vietnam soldier’s experience that I had ever seen, and that I have ever seen since. Its debut coincided with the growing discontent among Vietnam Vets who had been treated so poorly by the American public and government. Veterans had begun gathering on the lawn of the Los Angeles Veterans Administration building in a hunger strike. Read More
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The Connection Between PTSD and Compassion Fatigue
We can add one more thing to the list of many things we have to thank Veterans of past wars for— the techniques that were developed to help them recover from the horrors of their wars. Those techniques can now be used to help today’s Vets, and those caregivers that help bring them back home. Read More
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Widows finally get what they are owed - its Still not enough
Widows of fallen heroes are finally getting what the VA stole from them, but it is still doesn't make up for the loss of their brave veteran who was killed in action. How long would this have gone on if it was not for these powerful women? Read More
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I started working with soldiers suffering from PTSD during the Vietnam War. Those men and women were mostly a draft military with shorter deployments, and much was still unknown about post-traumatic stress. Today, troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan are all-volunteer, and we know much more about the causes and treatment of war-related psychological problems. Read More
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A Great New Service for Veteran Amputees
There are many people out there supporting our Veterans in thousands of ways, and, occasionally, I run across someone doing something really special. One of those people is Dan Horkey, from Port Orchard, WA. Dan has a company that provides decorative prosthetic “tattoos” for amputees. Horkey has just been approved by the VA as a government contractor, which will provide Veterans who are receiving prosthetic care with his service, free of charge. Read More
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Quick Morphine Treatment Shown to Help Prevent PTSD
This Associated Press article at MSNBC.com covers a study that shows that soldiers who receive morphine shortly after being injured are half as likely to develop PTSD as troops who did not receive the painkiller. Read More
VETERANS RESOURCES
Featured Resource: The Employment Center
The NVF Employment Center includes a job center with employment opportunities specifically for Veterans and a job events calendar with job fairs and more. Take a look at the availible job openings now! / Go!
Resources for New Veterans
Welcome Home!
Five Years of Enhanced Health Care. You are eligible to receive enhanced VA health care benefits for 5 years following your military separation date. We encourage new veterans to enroll in the VA health care system as soon as possible after separation from service. / Go!
Applebee's Veterans Day SaluteApplebee's is offering their annual free meals for Veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, 2009. See Applebee's website for details.Free Dental Care for Service Connected Veterans
Doctor Theresa Cheng's Dental Office in Issaquah Washington will be providing free dental care to qualifying veterans and their caregivers. See the Event Listing for details.
Harley for our Heros Raffle!
The National Veterans Foundation is honored to present the first annual Harleys for Heros Raffle. This raffle is dedicated to the memory of Steven Clark. His contribution to the NVF will live and be fueled by the people committed to making America a free and safe place for us all. May the Rider of this bike embody the spirit of Steve Clark and the Legacy that is Harley Davidson.More information
Freedom R & R's
Selected veterans and their families will have the opportunity to relax and enjoy at a donated time share resort for one week. In addition to the time share, the veterans and their families will receive self-help materials for trauma, grief, anger and stress, along with access and support from a professional coach or mentor and trauma specialist who clearly understand the unique needs of Veterans. More information
DONATION
Veterans Helping Veterans
Your donation helps ensure that the NVF’s “Lifeline” is there for America’s veterans when they need us -- for crisis knows no regular schedule. Give our veterans the promise of a tomorrow by contributing today.
Help Homeless Veterans
Help the NVF Street Team reach out to the homeless Veteran community and possibly get a Vet off the streets.
