VetsFirst Supports Bill to Track Undiagnosed Diseases
VetsFirst supports legislation to create a patient registry that would track undiagnosed diseases. Registry could help thousands of veterans nationwide.
Ebb and Flow
Today is the 21st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a civil rights law just as important to veterans with disabilities as it is to the larger disability population.
VetsFirst and Social Security Works Report on Veterans’ Stake in Social Security Reform
VetsFirst and Social Security Works encourage political leaders to give special attention to stake of veterans in future of Social Security.
VA’s New Family Caregiver Program Now Accepting Applications
Applications are being accepted for VA’s Family Caregiver Program. Those most critical to the well-being of our nation’s vets are finally getting the support they deserve.
Veterans Must Sign Up For Direct Deposit By 2013
Veterans must sign up for direct deposit by 2013. No more paper checks.
VetsFirst Joins Congressman John Carter to Introduce Veterans Equal Treatment for Service Dogs Act
VetsFirst joins Congressman John Carter to introduce Veterans Equal Treatment for Service Dogs Act.
Employment Summit Provides Vets Resources to Fast-Track Their Careers
VetsFirst to host a job resource fair during United Spinal Association’s Disability Employment Summit in Philadelphia. Don’t miss this great opportunity to get career counseling and advice on VA benefits.
VA Launches Caregiver Support Line
A new toll-free national support line provided by the VA links caregivers with social workers and other resources.
New Challenges Must Present New Opportunities, Not Reductions
As the 112th Congress begins to take shape , VetsFirst looks forward to working with the new Chairmen for the House and Senate Committees on Veteran’s Affairs to ensure that veterans with disabilities and their families will have access to needed VA benefits, health care, and other resources.
Work Ethic
Terry Moakley on the importance of easing the transition from a returning veteran to an employed veteran and what we all can do to increase employment opportunities for our vets.