Nine Coping Skills Pray Are you a religious or spiritual person? If you are or even if you are not but have considered trying, praying can be tremendously helpful in times of extreme stress. Play Music Play music that creates an emotion that is opposite of the one you are struggling with. For example, if […]
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GI Bill Report
Just released! Please see the attached report on the economic outcomes of the GI Bill for enlisted veterans. The press release includes the key findings, such as: * More than half of eligible enlisted military veterans used GI Bill benefits to pay for their higher education between 2009 and 2019. * Veterans’ college completion rate […]
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. […]
NAAV, Inc. and ZoChey, LLC Christmas Gifts to Veteran Families
Zornia Pritchett, a U.S. Army Veteran and owner of ZoChey LLC, a local small Veteran owned business in Bowie, Maryland is a new partner of the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) in support of those who served and are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces worldwide. The mission of ZoChey LLC is […]
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 […]
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 […]
Uplifting Homecomings: Mental Health Care for Military Families
Military families lead a unique and challenging lifestyle. The constant deployments, relocations, and separations can take a toll on their mental health. However, there’s support available in the form of mental health. Find out about the significance of mental health care for military families and how it can uplift their well-being, especially during homecomings. The […]
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 […]