A devastating number of U.S. Veterans suffer from drug addiction, drug abuse, alcohol abuse, and/or alcoholism. These men and women who gave their lives to protecting our freedoms have some of the highest rates of substance abuse disorder. It’s not just our most recent Veterans who suffer from this; it has been a widespread […]
Veteran News
Veterans Day Resource Fair and Veterans Day Ceremony
The National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) will participate in this year’s “Veterans Day Ceremony: WW I Centennial (1918-2018): We Will Never Forgotten” and Veterans Day Resource Fair co-hosted by the Veterans Employee Association and HUD’s Veterans Affinity Group (VAG) on November 8, 2018 in Washington, DC. This event is scheduled for […]
PROTECTING THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) IN THE FARM BILL
ISSUE #36, SEPTEMBER 10, 2018 Millions of Americans Continue to Struggle Against Poverty; Protecting and Strengthening SNAP is an Essential Response FRAC, September 12, 2018 Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau show a small, not statistically significant decline in the poverty rate, from 12.7 percent in 2016 to 12.3 percent in 2017. The […]
The Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health
Your sleep is directly linked to your mental wellness. While it often seems there are more important things to do than sleep, sleeping well and for the right amount of time is an essential component of good mental health. Unfortunately, many of us don’t sleep as well as we should. […]
Celebrating the life and legacy of Sen. John McCain: A Real American Hero – A life of Service
Our deepest condolences go to the family of the Honorable Senator John McCain, Commander, USN, A real American Hero who gave a life of service serving a cause greater than oneself. The life of John McCain: (FoxNews) (FoxNews) (James Bullock, Source: As credited (Sun 26 Aug 2018 05.28 EDT Last) _’We Will Never Forget’_ […]
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Welcome Home, Veterans! Veterans Benefits Fair Washington, DC, Veterans Affairs Medical Center
On Saturday, July 28, 2018, the Washington, DC, Veterans Affairs Medical Center sponsored “Welcome Home, Veterans” to all Veterans and transitioning service members, with the support and professional assistance of the VA Voluntary Service, Vet Centers, VBA, Transition and Care Management and the Mental Health Advisory Council, along with 28 VA and Community Partners, including […]
Women Marine Special Exhibit Opening
THE WOMEN’S MEMORIAL FOUNDATION Invite You to Attend … Women Marines Proudly Serving 1918-2018 Special Exhibition Opening Monday, August 13, 2018 1:00-3:00 p.m. Women In Military Service For America Memorial Gateway, Arlington National Cemetery The Women In Military Service For America Memorial Foundation invites you to the opening of a special exhibit showcasing 100 years […]
Veterans Benefits Clinic 2018 DC VAMC
The Veterans Mental Health Advisory Council at the District of Columbia Veterans Affairs Medical Center is a “Welcome Home, Veterans Claims, Benefits, DD-214 Upgrade, and Criminal Records Sealing and Expungement Clinic” event on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at the DC VA Medical Center. We are partnering with TCM, VA Voluntary Service, Mental Health, […]
The National Association of American Veterans (NAAV) Inc., Supports Veterans’ at the Armed Forces Retirement Home – Washington
2018 Celebration Event On May 23 and May 25, the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) volunteer representative attended the field trip to Lorton, Virginia and Armed Forces Retirement Home -Washington (AFRH-W) Outdoor Barbecue sponsored by the AFRH for Veterans’ residents at the Scott and Sheridan Building on May 25th. The Rolling Thunder […]