Breaking the Cycle: Addressing Homelessness and Mental Health Challenges

By Regi Publico The aspiration to own a home is universal. It symbolizes stability and belonging. Yet, for many, this dream remains out of reach due to deteriorating economic conditions and insufficient social reforms.  Data from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development highlights a sobering reality. An estimated 36% of the homeless population […]

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 […]

Community Veteran Feed and Connect Event

The Valley Community Services Board, Mental Health America of August and Embrace Community Center will sponsor the “Community Veteran Feed and Connect Event” scheduled for September 27, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. EST. For more information, connect Leah Hale at (540) 280-2252 or email: lhale@vcsb.org. Thank you.   Veteran Feed and Connect Invite […]

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 their lives! […]

Women Veterans Recognition and Resource Fair

The Women Veterans Recognition and Resource Fair will be held on June 10, 2023, at the Dr. Charlene Micken Dukes Student Center, 301 Largo Road, Largo, Maryland 20774. Featuring over 50 Resources Partners from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This Women Veterans Recognition and Resource Fair is open to all Veterans. Admission is Free. For […]

National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) Presents Clothing Donation to Homeless Sponsored by Charles Tyrwhitt at Tysons Corner, Virginia

On Monday, April 3, 2023, the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) received one (2) large box of donated fifty-one (51) men business shirts and one (1) business suit jacket from Edward Arnold, Assistant Store Manager at Charles Tyrwhitt Men’s Store located at Tysons Corner, Virginia. This in-kind contribution was given to Central Union […]

NAAV Veterans Statistics for 2023

The National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) with the support of its volunteers have found Veterans statistics for 2023 concerning Veterans total population in the U.S., Veterans with disabilities in the U.S., total number of Veterans with mental health issues, and total number of Veterans without homes in the U.S. We are honored to […]

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