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VFW Post 1477 Veterans Assistance Page
All organizations listed on this page
are authorized Veterans Organizations
By the US Department of Veterans Affairs
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This should be
your #1 stop for Veterans assistance. Their
website has all the government assistance you may need. Take advantage of it, YOU
EARNED IT!
African American Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Please Note: We are not
an organization that helps only minority veterans, and/or veterans
with PTSD!! We assist ALL veterans, of all
colors/race/creed/gender with ALL claims to the VA for
compensation and pension.
The American Ex-Prisoners of War organization
is a national organization for American citizens who were captured by the
enemy. Membership is open to all former prisoners of war from any theater in
any war, all former civilian internees and to the families of such persons.
There is no such thing as an "associate" member and we have no auxiliaries.
Each and every member is entitled to all privileges of membership.
Today's American Red Cross is
keeping pace with the changing military. Using the latest in computer and
telecommunications technology, the Red Cross sends communications on behalf of
family members who are facing emergencies or other important events to members
of the U.S. Armed Forces serving all over the world. These communications are
delivered around-the-clock, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
For more than 60 years, we in AMVETS have taken to heart the credo of service set forth by our organization’s founding fathers. In so doing, we endeavor to provide our fellow veterans with the type of support they truly deserve. This outreach effort takes many forms, from the professional advice our service officers offer on earned veterans benefits to our legislative efforts on Capitol Hill to the work done by our hospital volunteers. Other AMVETS members involve themselves in a range of initiatives aimed at contributing to the quality of life in their local communities.
Armed Forces Services Corporation
In addition to providing
contractual services to the AAFMAA grandfathered membership, AFSC NOW offers
our valuable services to ALL ranks, ALL branches of services
(Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard) to include active
duty, reserve, and retired members; and widow and widowers of
military members.
"To promote the welfare of blinded
veterans so that, notwithstanding their disabilities, they may take their
rightful place in the community and work with their fellow citizens toward the
creation of a peaceful world.
Disabled American Veterans is
an organization of disabled veterans who are focused on building better lives
for disabled veterans and their families. The organization accomplishes this
goal by providing free assistance to veterans in obtaining benefits and
services earned through their military service. It is fully funded through its
membership dues and public contributions. It is not a government agency and
receives no government funds.
National Amputation Foundation
From
its inception, the Foundation was aware of the needs unique to amputees and
therefore, dedicated all its efforts to helping all veteran amputees. Since
then, the Foundation has expanded its facilities to include civilian amputees
as well.
National Association of County Veterans Service Officers, Inc.
From
its inception, the Foundation was aware of the needs unique to amputees and
therefore, dedicated all its efforts to helping all veteran amputees. Since
then, the Foundation has expanded its facilities to include civilian amputees
as well.
National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs
Each year state governments spend more than $3.5 billion to
support our nation's veterans and their families. Collectively, we are second
only to the federal Department of Veterans Affairs in providing benefits and
services to the men and women who defended our nation. Although each state is
unique, with its own traditions, programs, and resources, we are united by our
common goal to make a difference in the lives of our veterans.
National Veterans Legal Services Program
NVLSP is an independent, nonprofit, veterans service organization dedicated to ensuring that the
U.S. government honors its commitment to our veterans by providing them the
federal benefits they have earned through their service to our country.
Paralyzed Veterans of America
works to maximize the quality of life for its members and all people with SCI/D
as a leading advocate for health care, SCI/D research and education, veterans’
benefits and rights, accessibility and the removal of architectural barriers,
sports programs, and disability rights. We are the only Congressionally
chartered veterans organization dedicated solely to serving the needs of
SCI/SCD veterans.
This link will give you numbers to call for New Mexico
Veterans. Additional TPA contacts are: El Paso, TX Emily Horstman
915-564-7987; Phoenix, AZ, John E. Thompson 602-222-6443; Tucson, AZ, Luanne Seykora 520-792-1450 ext. 5431.
Project
"VetAssist" is a free online service from
the American Veterans Institute administered by the VA for the Improved Pension
Program. This program is intended to aid disabled vets and vets over 65 years
of age who have very limited income. Eligible Veterans and surviving spouses
qualify for Aid & Attendance, Housebound Benefits and/or Basic Pension. To
do the easy questionaire for benefits, go to www.vetassist.org
; you need not give any information to find if you qualify. Another good site
to visit is www.veteranaid.org for more
information on these programs.
Helping A Hero is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, non-partisan organization providing support for severely injured military personnel injured in the war on terror and their families. We grant and coordinate financial, emotional, educational, mentoring, recreational and scholarship support, including new homes for qualifying service members.
The Veterans History Project of the
American Folklife Center collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal
accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly
from veterans and better understand the realities of war.
While this is not a complete list
of all the organizations which help Veterans, the ones shown are most likely to
help our newest members adjust to being a member of the unique group of U.S.
Military Veterans. BE PROUD!
Last modified 11-07-09