Hello NAAV, I hope your morning is going well. My name is Denise, and I am reaching out on behalf of the business management platform Clover from Fiserv, a payment and financial services provider. I had the pleasure of coming across your collection of resources on the page below: https://www.naavets.org/resources-for-veterans-and-their-families/ As the web page provides […]
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An exclusive career resource guide for Veterans
This guide is designed to support those who served our country in their transition to civilian careers. It provides essential tips, insights, and strategies for crafting effective resumes and navigating the job market successfully. https://www.resumebuilder.com/veterans-resume-and-job-hunting-guide/
April Veteran Feed and Connect Event April 20, 2024
Dear Community Partner, On behalf of Mental Health America of Augusta, the Augusta Expo, and Valley Community Services Board, we want to extend an invitation for you and your organization to participate in our upcoming Veteran’s Feed and Connect event. The event will take place on April 20th, 2024, at Augusta Expo Center from 10 […]
Disabled Veteran Creates Transformative Card Game for Children to Achieve Digital Balance
Today, we live in a digital world where children are thrust into using digital. According to an online article written by Winda Benedetti, “the NPD Group, 91% of kids in the U.S. between the ages of 2 and 17 are gamers.” Digital games can become a problem when a child likes screens more than people. […]
Understanding and Addressing Sleep Disorders in Military Veterans
The transition from military to civilian life brings many challenges, some lingering in the quiet hours of the night. For many veterans, the end of their service marks the beginning of a new battle: coping with sleep disorders. These sleep disorders in military veterans are not just common occurrences; they are complex conditions that […]
How to Handle Guilt and Other Caregiver Emotions
I have been my husband’s only caregiver for over 16 years now, and I can truly say it gives me great joy. I must admit, it was very difficult in the beginning. Taking care of a loved one with an illness or disability can stir up some complicated emotions. You may have great days when […]
Meaningful Ways to Help Your Veteran Neighbors
There are about 18 million veterans living in the United States today. Chances are, there are more than a few in your community. Many veterans could benefit from help from their neighbors with various life circumstances and decisions, no matter the age. And you have the opportunity to contribute to the betterment of […]
VA Benefits for Spouses, Dependents, Survivors, and Family Caregivers
Website: https://www.va.gov/family-member-benefits/ As the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for certain benefits, like health care, life insurance, or money to help pay for school or training. As the survivor of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for added benefits, including help with burial costs and […]
Just a note and reminder of… An American Veteran
They are the men and women who have served our country—voluntarily and involuntarily—with courage, dignity, and pride. They are the ones who said, yes to “laying down their life for another.” When we read in Scripture the Lord God say, “whom shall I send, who will go for us, and in reply a voice returned […]
The Link Between PTSD and Substance Abuse
For many veterans, the battle doesn’t end when they return home. The shadows of traumatic events loom large, often manifesting as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). As they grapple with this mental health challenge, an alarming trend emerges the undeniable link between PTSD and substance abuse. Understanding this connection is crucial for improving veterans’ mental health […]