Book:Veterans infobook

Paralyzed Veterans of America releases statement on the confirmation of Denis McDonough as secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs

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Monday, February 8, 2021
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With a career in public service, we are hopeful Secretary McDonough's understanding of government and politics will help him navigate the challenges inherent in the second-largest federal agency, and America's most complex health care and benefits system.

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  • With a career in public service, we are hopeful Secretary McDonough's understanding of government and politics will help him navigate the challenges inherent in the second-largest federal agency, and America's most complex health care and benefits system.
  • Only by working together can we ensure a system of care that is safe and accessible to all veterans seeking care."
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease.
  • With more than 70 offices and 33 chapters, Paralyzed Veterans of America serves veterans, their families, and their caregivers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.

USAA Launches Veterans Day #HonorThroughAction Challenge

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Monday, November 9, 2020
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To participate in the challenge, draw the 'V' symbol (for veterans) with the initials of the veteran(s) in your life that you'd like to celebrate on the palm of your hand, snap a photo, and share it through social media using #HonorThroughAction with a challenge to others to show their appreciation this Veterans Day.

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  • To participate in the challenge, draw the 'V' symbol (for veterans) with the initials of the veteran(s) in your life that you'd like to celebrate on the palm of your hand, snap a photo, and share it through social media using #HonorThroughAction with a challenge to others to show their appreciation this Veterans Day.
  • "Veterans Day is a moment to pause and celebrate all that our veterans have done and continue to do for our country through simple gestures of appreciation like the Honor Through Action challenge or supporting veteran organizations."
  • As part of USAA's Veterans Day celebration and overall commitment to the military, USAA supports numerous nonprofit organizations that give to and support our nation's veterans.
  • Helping to ensure that this Veterans Day will be filled with messages of support and thanks, military veterans, athletes, entertainers and military supporters will join USAA to #HonorThroughAction by sharing on social media what Veterans Day means to them, and encourage others to celebrate veterans in their lives.

Paralyzed Veterans of America supports the Advancing Uniform Transportation Opportunities (AUTO) for Veterans Act

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Friday, July 10, 2020
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Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the Advancing Uniform Transportation Opportunities (AUTO) for Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation that would reduce the financial burden for service-connected severely disabled veterans who require special adaptive equipment to drive a motor vehicle.

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  • Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the Advancing Uniform Transportation Opportunities (AUTO) for Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation that would reduce the financial burden for service-connected severely disabled veterans who require special adaptive equipment to drive a motor vehicle.
  • The AUTO for Veterans Act would improve the current benefit by giving veterans assistance in replacing their vehicles through a new grant every 10 years.
  • "PVA implores the Senate to swiftly pass the AUTO for Veterans Act," said David Zurfluh, U.S. Air Force Veteran and Paralyzed Veterans of America National President.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans withspinal cord injury or disease.

Paralyzed Veterans of America elects leadership for 2020-2021 term

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Friday, June 5, 2020
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WASHINGTON, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced that U.S. Air Force veteran, David Zurfluh, who served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, will serve as national president of the 74-year-old veterans service organization for a fourth consecutive term.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced that U.S. Air Force veteran, David Zurfluh, who served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, will serve as national president of the 74-year-old veterans service organization for a fourth consecutive term.
  • Zurfluh was re-elected by Paralyzed Veterans of America's board of directors during the organization's first-ever virtual annual convention.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans withspinal cord injury or disease.
  • With more than 70 offices and 33 chapters, Paralyzed Veterans of America serves veterans, their families and their caregiversin all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

Paralyzed Veterans of America launches new multi-faceted initiative to address the needs of women veterans with disabilities

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Thursday, October 3, 2019
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One of the female veterans attending WE Served is Tammy Jones, national vice president of Paralyzed Veterans of America.

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  • One of the female veterans attending WE Served is Tammy Jones, national vice president of Paralyzed Veterans of America.
  • This weekend, she will help lead WE Served, Paralyzed Veterans of America's first-ever event solely for women veterans with disabilities.
  • WE Served is part of Paralyzed Veterans of America's wider initiative to address the specific needs of women veterans with disabilities.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease.

Paralyzed Veterans of America Seeks Award Nominations to Honor Business Leaders

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Monday, June 24, 2019
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WASHINGTON, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Nominations are now open for the annual PVA Awards , Paralyzed Veterans of America announced today.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Nominations are now open for the annual PVA Awards , Paralyzed Veterans of America announced today.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America seeks nominations for the following categories:
    The PVA Disability Civil Rights Award: Awarded to a company or organization whose core values include promoting and protecting employees' and disabled veterans' civil rights to the fullest extent, whether inside or outside of the company/organization.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America welcomes members, corporate leaders and the general public to submit nominations online by July 8.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease.

Paralyzed Veterans of America Partners with Food City, Richard Petty, and Coke to Benefit MISSION: ABLE

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Monday, July 2, 2018
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"Paralyzed Veterans of America is grateful for our continuing partnership with Food City and their enduring support of our mission," said David Zurfluh, national president of Paralyzed Veterans of America.

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  • "Paralyzed Veterans of America is grateful for our continuing partnership with Food City and their enduring support of our mission," said David Zurfluh, national president of Paralyzed Veterans of America.
  • "Through the generous contributions of Food City customers, partners like Food City and Coke, and commitment of friends like Richard Petty, we've been able to help disabled veterans with access to quality health care, career opportunities, and benefits.
  • "I'm proud to continue to support Paralyzed Veterans of America and their Mission: ABLE campaign," said Richard Petty.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease .

Purple Heart Homes Co-Founders' Book Reveals Veterans Stories About the Moral Consequences of War

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Tuesday, May 22, 2018
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The book talks of the important role family and community play to help heal the injuries these veterans have suffered.

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  • The book talks of the important role family and community play to help heal the injuries these veterans have suffered.
  • 100% of sales from this book will be donated to Purple Heart Homes to support its mission.
  • Purple Heart Homes has two programs:Veterans Aging in Place (VAIP), which encompasses the Operation Veterans Home Renovation Project (OVHR), andThe Veterans Home Ownership Program (VHOP).
  • Purple Heart Homes Improving Veterans' Lives One Home at a Time.

Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds House Passage of VA MISSION Act

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Thursday, May 17, 2018
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WASHINGTON, May 16, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) issued the following statement today from its Executive Director, Carl Blake , in response to the House passage of the VA MISSION Act:

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  • WASHINGTON, May 16, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) issued the following statement today from its Executive Director, Carl Blake , in response to the House passage of the VA MISSION Act:
    "On behalf of Paralyzed Veterans of America membersveterans with spinal cord injury or diseasetheir families, and caregivers, we applaud the House of Representatives for its passage today of the VA MISSION Act.
  • We are very disappointed in those members of the House who have chosen to vote against the VA MISSION Act.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease .
  • With more than 70 offices and 33 chapters , Paralyzed Veterans serves veterans, their families and their caregivers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

Paralyzed Veterans of America Chapters from Across the Country to Gather in Minneapolis for 72nd Annual Convention

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Wednesday, May 16, 2018
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WHAT:Representatives from Paralyzed Veterans of America's 33 chapters will meet in Minneapolis for the organization's 72nd Annual Convention.

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  • WHAT:Representatives from Paralyzed Veterans of America's 33 chapters will meet in Minneapolis for the organization's 72nd Annual Convention.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America and its 33 chapters across the country:
    Advocate for quality VA health care and veterans benefits.
  • Paralyzed Veterans of America is the only congressionally chartered veterans service organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease .
  • With more than 70 offices and 33 chapters , Paralyzed Veterans serves veterans, their families and their caregivers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.