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The Women Veterans Step-By-Step Guide to Benefits and Services
Have you recently transitioned from military service, or are you looking to better understand the benefits and services available to you or a veteran in your life? Women veterans, family members, caregivers and survivors, here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can...
Be Vigilant of Scammers Targeting Veteran Benefits
Veterans who receive monthly compensation, the Purple Heart, pensions, or housing benefits are often targeted by scammers. Common scams include identity theft and charging fees for free VA services. Learn how to protect your benefits and stay vigilant....
Questions About COVID-19 Boosters
Millions of Veterans who got the COVID-19 vaccine are now eligible for a booster shot. COVID-19 vaccines continue to work well to prevent severe illness and death. A booster can help people whose immune response may have weakened over time stay fully protected. Get...
Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize the important role of our country’s family caregivers and thank them for the invaluable care they provide. These acts of commitment and compassion have been especially true through the COVID-19...
VA Extends Disability Deadline for Gulf War Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has extended the presumptive period to December 31, 2026, for qualifying chronic disabilities rated 10% or more resulting from undiagnosed illnesses in Persian Gulf War Veterans to ensure benefits established by Congress are...
Dispelling Suicide Myths – New Survey Reveals Americans’ Misconceptions about Suicide Prevention
The Cohen Veterans Network (CVN) recently revealed findings of its America’s Mental Health Suicide Prevention Pulse survey, which looked at Americans’ general knowledge of suicide prevention. CVN President and CEO, Dr. Anthony Hassan, says with the survey, CVN wanted...
Nominations Open for “Outstanding Combat Female Veterans” of NC
Combat Female Veterans Families United (CFVF) is currently soliciting nominations statewide to identify female Veterans who honorably served their country during war time and/or in combat zones and have since made demonstrable, positive impacts within their North...
Next Round of NC Scholarships for Children of Wartime Veterans Now Open
Scholarships for Children of Wartime Veterans are now open for the 2022 scholarship program. The North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (NCDMVA) is offering a four-year scholarship to students of deceased, disabled, combat or POW/MIA Veterans....
