National Suicide Prevention Month

by Alex Watkins | Sep 20, 2023 | Top Post

For Veterans and service members, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. It is imperative to know that if you are in crisis – there is help. Ask for help. Don’t be afraid to let your friends know what you need when they ask; they want...

Research Participation Opportunity for Veterans

by Alex Watkins | Sep 18, 2023 | Top Post

VA’s National Center for PTSD and the Coaching Into Care program have partnered to study telephone coaching methods to help spouses and intimate partners of Veterans with untreated PTSD get their Veteran into mental health care. The study will provide free telephone...

VA Launches Mobile Medical Units to Increase Access to Health Care for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness

by Alex Watkins | Sep 11, 2023 | Top Post

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will deploy 25 mobile medical units across the country during the next six months to provide health care and support to homeless and at-risk Veterans. The VA recently announced it will deploy 25 mobile medical units across the...

October NCGWG Meeting – Charlotte, NC

by Alex Watkins | Sep 5, 2023 | NCGWG Meetings

The next NCGWG Meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2023. REGISTER NOW! As we evolve the Working Group to better meet today’s statewide collaboration challenges, we will offer a new meeting format that will incorporate: GWG Co-Chair Updates, Expert Panel Discussion,...

Are You in Need of a Guide or Service Dog?

by Alex Watkins | Sep 4, 2023 | Top Post

The Department of Veterans Affairs supports guide and service dogs for approved Veterans by referring them to accredited agencies. There should be no charge for the dog or the associated training, and VA covers the costs of veterinary care and equipment (e.g., harness...