The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has teamed up with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation to launch Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers, a new program that will offer caregivers in select regions of California, Texas, and Florida with access to no-cost, short-term relief during the COVID-19 crisis. CareLinx is powering the emergency fund with […]
Veteran Caregivers
White House Veterans VA Hotline
The hotline’s pilot began under direction of the Veterans Experience Office on June 1, 2017 and entered phase two on October 15, 2017. White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311 Call are answered by a live agent 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The hotline is staffed by more than 60 […]
VA Caregiver Support Program
VA publishes final regulation for its Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers Washington – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) published its final regulation to improve and expand the VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) with the final regulation going into effect on October 1, 2020. Under the final regulation, […]
FCC Designated ‘988’ As 3-Digit Number for National Suicide Prevention Hotline
On July 16, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission adopted rules to established 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors. The rules require all phone service providers to direct all 988 calls to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by July […]
Substance Abuse Recovery Program
The Substance Abuse Recovery Program (SARP) is an intensive outpatient program for eligible Veterans suffering from the disease of alcoholism, heroin, cocaine, or other drug additions and substance abuse. SARP is a 4 Track, 10 Week Program Orientation (one time) Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. The 4 Track include Track 1: Admission […]
Resource Links
Free Mental Health Resources For Veterans https://www.vehiclesforveterans.org/blog/free-mental-health-resources-for-veterans/ Mortgage Help for Veterans https://turnkeyhomeloan.com/mortgage-help-for-veterans/ You’ve Earned It: Housing Grants Can Help Disabled Veterans https://www.veteransunited.com/futurehomeowners/youve-earned-it-these-grants-can-give-disabled-vets-a-hand/ The Best Health and Fitness Military Discounts for Gym Lovers https://www.militaryprintables.com/the-best-health-and-fitness-military-discounts-for-gym-lovers/ Dental Care Assistance for Veterans https://areadentist.org/dental-care-assistance-for-veterans/ Helping Veterans Pay for Assisted Living, Home Care and Long Term Care https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/veterans SBA Loans For […]
“Caring About Those Who Served” Estate Planning Essentials
In August 2020, the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) will offer Estate Planning Essentials and Benefits of Gift Planning including options that may help you, contact our office today at (202) 465-3296; email: info@naavets.org or visit www.naavets.org/plannedgiving. Don’t wait until later to write your will or making plans for your estate. Estate can […]
NO ORDINARY GOD
The article below titled “NO ORDINARY GOD” was given to NAAV, Inc. for posting on April 26, 2020 for all military and civilian caregivers and family members facing the challenges of COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic outbreak worldwide. It is hoped that this message presented by Francheska T. Atchison, a NAAV volunteer freelance writer will encourage your […]
Helpful Information for Veteran Caregivers
See recent statistics compiled about caregivers to help shed some light on what life is like in this often ignored role. – 92% of caregivers providing 21 hours or more per week – 48% of caregivers are between the ages of 18 and 49 – 34% of caregivers are over 65 years of age – […]
Caregiver Statistics
See statistics about caregivers to help shed some light on what life is like in this often ignored role. – 92% of caretakers providing 21 hours or more per week – 48% of carers are between the ages of 18 and 49 – 34% of carers are over 65 years of age – Caretakers spend […]