By Greg Davis September is National Recovery Month, an observance that aims to promote substance use treatment as a path to a healthy and rewarding life for those with drug or alcohol addictions. While many veterans face the immense obstacle of overcoming addictions to alcohol, tobacco, street drugs, and prescription medicines, these addictions are considered medical … Read more
By Greg Davis Every October the nation observes National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This effort to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities began in 1945 when Congress set aside the first week in October as “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” Later, in 1962, Congress removed the word “physically” to include all types … Read more
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By Dan Griffiths In 2016, the Bureau of Justice Statistics reported that there were approximately 107,400 veterans in state or federal prisons.[1] Veterans in this situation, upon release, face increased barriers in obtaining housing, leaving them at a higher risk of homelessness. This combination, of homelessness and justice-system involvement, can be viewed as a double threat … Read more
By Dan Griffiths Of the many groups and resources available to support veterans with disabilities, Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the largest proponents. In support of veterans who became ill or injured during military service, VA offers a monthly, tax-free disability compensation. These benefits also extend to veterans whose service may have made an … Read more