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June 27th is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day!

June 27th Marks PTSD Awareness Day The United States Senate unanimously approved legislation authored by Senator Kent Conrad designating June 27, 2013  as National PTSD Awareness Day. Click here to view our PTSD Resources Section. The event is part of Senator Conrad’s continuing efforts to bring greater awareness to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a severe anxiety disorder often associated with having… Read more
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PTSD Resources List of Organizations and Government Agencies

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Resources Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) Here is a growing list of Organizations, VA Departments and U.S. Government Agencies who are all working together to create awareness of PTSD and find effective treatments that can help: Department of Veterans Affairs To provide a wealth of resources to our US Veterans, VA is made up of three branches,… Read more
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VA Announces Major Survivor Benefits Reforms | New Process to Streamline VA Benefits and Services

WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced a three-pronged approach to eliminate barriers and streamline the process for how eligible survivors and dependents of deceased Veterans and servicemembers apply for and receive VA benefits and services. Specific improvements include: Starting this month, VA’s Office of Survivors Assistance will be moved from the Veterans Benefits Administration to the Office… Read more
National Vietnam War Veterans Day 50th Commemoration Display at the Orlando Florida VAMC Screenshot

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National Vietnam War Veterans Day 50th Commemoration Display at the Orlando Florida VAMC

During a recent medical appointment at the Lake Nona Veteran Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Orlando, Florida, I wandered through its expansive and remarkable facility. Amid my exploration, I discovered an elaborate and deeply patriotic exhibit commemorating the 50th anniversary of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, also known as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. Behind the display stood a smaller… Read more

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September is Suicide Prevention Month – Help Save At Risk Veterans!

Click here to view a list of PTSD Resources The Power of 1: Your actions could save a life One small act can make a difference in the life of a Veteran in crisis. Every year, organizations across the country recognize September as Suicide Prevention Month. This year, join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), local and national organizations,… Read more