Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can happen to anyone. Many reserve it only for those who have fought in foreign wars or have been in a violent situation. PTSD has been occurring more frequently over the past few decades among individuals of all ages, and all experiences. It may be said that PTSD may […]
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Mid-Life and Older Women’s Health
On Thursday, September 13, 2018, the Women’s Congressional Policy Institute in cooperation with Representatives Susan Brooks and Lois Frankel, Co-Chairs for the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, and Representatives Mimi Walters and Brenda Lawrence, Vice-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, sponsored a lunch briefing, “Mid-Life and Older Women’s Health,” at the […]
WOMEN VETERANS UNITED COMMITTEE, INC. UPCOMING EVENT
October is Breast Cancer Month for WVUCI. In preparation for October we are having our Last Conference Call for Summit IV. The subject of this Conference Call is Cancer with a focus on Breast Cancer. Below is information for our upcoming calling in: DATE: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2018 TIME: 12 NOON – […]
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. […]
Millions of Americans Continue to Struggle Against Poverty – Protecting and Strengthening SNAP is an Essential Response
Millions of Americans Continue to Struggle Against Poverty Protecting and Strengthening SNAP is an Essential Response _Statement attributed to Jim Weill, president, Food Research & Action Center._ WASHINGTON, SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 ? Nearly 40 million people in the United States live in poverty, according to today?s annual release [1] of income, poverty, and health […]
Save the Dates
NAAV and PA Avenue Village East Field Trip to Sight and Sound
The National Association of American Veterans, Inc. and the PA Avenue Village East joined forces to sponsor a trip to Sight and Sound Theater on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, to see the first-time musical production of the play Jesus. This is not a story of the life of Jesus; rather, it’s a story of the […]
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 […]