Blinded Veterans Association

‘Operation Slinger’ Provides Disabled Veterans with Critical, Lifechanging Assistive Device for Free

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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Slinger LLC announced a new campaign called “Operation Slinger” to provide its products for free to Disabled Veterans with each purchase under the program.

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  • Slinger LLC announced a new campaign called “Operation Slinger” to provide its products for free to Disabled Veterans with each purchase under the program.
  • With over 9,000 active members, the BVA provides critical support to Veterans who have experienced vision loss, whether it is connected to their military service or not.
  • "Beyond communication and entertainment, our smartphones are vital tools for navigating the world, recognizing obstacles, and connecting with sighted assistance.
  • Slinger and the Slinger logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Slinger LLC in the United States and/or other countries.

Virtual Mental Health Platform Telemynd Expands Patient Access Through Latest Network Partnership

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Telemynd , a leading virtual mental health solution, today announced its latest partnership with renowned healthcare service provider UnitedHealthcare.

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  • Telemynd , a leading virtual mental health solution, today announced its latest partnership with renowned healthcare service provider UnitedHealthcare.
  • The venture represents the latest in a series of significant moves for both Telemynd and UnitedHealthcare, joining two platforms with established records of streamlining access to high-quality healthcare for individuals nationwide.
  • “Our partnership with UnitedHealthcare allows us to connect their members with high quality, in-network behavioral health solutions,” said Patrick Herguth, Chief Executive Officer at Telemynd.
  • This collaboration now enables them to provide mental health services to an extensive network of over 82 million individuals.

Senator Markey and Representative Eshoo Introduce Bill to Improve Access to Accessible Media and Video Communications Technologies for Individuals with Disabilities

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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and Representative Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.) introduced the Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act in both the United States Senate and the House of Representatives.

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  • and Representative Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.) introduced the Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act in both the United States Senate and the House of Representatives.
  • "Since I authored the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act, technologies have changed.
  • For these reasons, it is necessary for Congress to reaffirm our nation's commitment to accessible communications and video technologies.
  • The American Council of the Blind commends Sen. Markey and Rep. Eshoo for introducing the Communications, Video and Technology Accessibility Act.

Supporting Patriots: How Warrior Companion is Helping Disabled Veterans Receive Pet Insurance for Their Service Animals

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
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Over the past two decades, service animals have harnessed immense popularity for their ability to help disabled veterans and first responders both physically and mentally.

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  • Over the past two decades, service animals have harnessed immense popularity for their ability to help disabled veterans and first responders both physically and mentally.
  • Warrior Companion is my way to help other brothers, sisters and heroes deal with their daily routines with the help of service animals."
  • To learn more about Warrior Companion or to donate to the cause, please visit: https://www.warriorcompanion.com/
    Warrior Companion is a Texas and New York-based 501 (c)(3) dedicated to helping disabled veterans and service members who rely on service dogs cover the high cost of pet insurance.
  • Warrior Companion, a DBA of Companion Animal Foundation, provides the pet insurance required to care for service animals of all breeds and sizes.

Robert W. Doyle is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Friday, September 3, 2021
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Mr. Robert W. Doyle's long-standing career began in ROTC during his high school years.

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  • Mr. Robert W. Doyle's long-standing career began in ROTC during his high school years.
  • Upon relocating to Florida to be with his daughter, he focused his career on veteran and security services.
  • Coupled with his military training work ethic and discipline, Mr. Doyle holds various military and law enforcement certifications.
  • Elite American Military had also recognized him for dedication, achievement, and leadership in military service.

Toxic Water Contamination Victims & Veterans Groups Call on Congress to Urgently Pass the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021
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In a letter sent to the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, the group called on Congress to pass the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021 (H.R.

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  • In a letter sent to the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, the group called on Congress to pass the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021 (H.R.
  • "For too long, Veterans who served our country bravely have suffered from the devastating impacts of toxic water.
  • "The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021 will finally bring relief and justice to the veterans and their families living in North Carolina.
  • Lejeune Justice is a group of civilians, military families, veterans, and advocates who are fighting for justice on behalf of toxic water contamination victims who lived and/or worked at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina from 1953 through 1987.

Bosma Honors Blinded Veterans Association as its 2021 Community Partner

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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Bosma today announced the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) has received the organizations 2021 Community Partner Award.

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  • Bosma today announced the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) has received the organizations 2021 Community Partner Award.
  • The 2021 Community Partner Award honors an organization for extraordinary collaboration to better the lives of people who are visually impaired.
  • BVA is the nations only congressionally chartered veterans service organization created for veterans who are visually impaired.
  • The Blinded Veterans Association has been a committed partner who has helped to get the word out about not only the products but also the services available to Hoosier veterans with visual impairments, said Bosma President and CEO Jeffrey Mittman.

Blinded Veterans Association Endorses Bosma Enterprises’ Good Works® Ice Melter

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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The Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) today announced its endorsement of Bosma Enterprises Good Works Ice Melter.

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  • The Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) today announced its endorsement of Bosma Enterprises Good Works Ice Melter.
  • Bosmas mission and sales of its Good Works Ice Melter contribute to that mission.
  • Bosma Enterprises line of Good Works products, including Ice Melter, are packed and shipped by the organizations production employees, more than half of whom are blind or visually impaired.
  • Good Works Ice Melter is more than a great product, said Bosma CEO Jeff Mittman.

Blinded Female Veterans Hike Appalachian Trail

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --For the first time, four of our blinded female veterans will hike a portion of the Appalachian Trail next month.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --For the first time, four of our blinded female veterans will hike a portion of the Appalachian Trail next month.
  • Hosted by Blinded Veterans Association's Operation Peer Support, the 2019 Survived and Fierce Ranger Appalachian Trail March will occur on the Northern Appalachian Trails in Georgia starting May 28, 2019.
  • "The BVA's Operation Peer Support Program continues to promote diversity and creates opportunities for all blinded veterans through events such as the 2019 Survived and Fierce Ranger Appalachian Trail March.
  • The Foundation is proud to support Blinded Veterans Association's Operation Peer Support 2019 Survived and Fierce Ranger Appalachian Trail March as a transformational experience.

BVA Announces "Light Up the Darkness" Charity Event

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Wednesday, January 16, 2019
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Alexandria, Va., Jan. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Join us for the Blinded Veterans Association's first annual "Light Up the Darkness" event on 28 March at The State Theater, Falls Church, Va., featuring country artists Cory Batten and Kent Blazy.

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  • Alexandria, Va., Jan. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Join us for the Blinded Veterans Association's first annual "Light Up the Darkness" event on 28 March at The State Theater, Falls Church, Va., featuring country artists Cory Batten and Kent Blazy.
  • Nashville songwriters, Batten and Blazy have worked with mega-stars including Chris Young, Black Shelton, Trisha Yearwood and Reba McIntire to name a few.
  • Country and cross-over audiences may not recognize the songwriter's names, but clearly have loved their work including:
    Come and enjoy fun, great music, food, and community while supporting the important work BVA does for blinded veterans in need.
  • There are 42,000 veterans in the United States who are legally blind, and more than 200,000 veterans with low vision loss of ability to perform daily necessary activities.BVA provides focused support programs, advocacy, public education, volunteer services, scholarships and peer support as our heroes work to regain their lives after losing their sight.