Veterans Crisis Line information Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one? You are not alone the Veterans crisis line is here to help, if you need help or know someone that needs help click here, to be directed to veterans crisis line website. You do not need to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care connect to get help. For immediate help Dial 988 press 1 or text 838255 Bellacatio Bellacatio is a Veteran-owed non-profit organization that offers educational tools, wellness programs and other resources to the veteran community. The organization offers financial literacy learning software to increase financial aptitude, personal credit, and savings; technology training focused on software development, cybersecurity and wellness events, programs and activities to veterans. "Bellacatio is dedicated to empowering the Veteran community through education, training and wellness programs." Our mission Is to empower our veterans by fostering financial stability, mental wellness, and access to STEM education. Through dedicated support, innovative programs and strategic partnerships, we aim to equip individuals with the tools to thrive. Click here for more information or ways to donate and support this amazing organization. Victory House Mission Statement Our mission is to provide comprehensive support to our veterans through job training, and placement, PTSD counseling, drug and alcohol counseling, and other essential skills. As a Christian-based organization, we are dedicated to empowering our veterans to prevent homelessness and ensure they lead fulfilling stable lives. What are we doing? Offering job training Offering job placement Offering drug and alcohol treatment What makes us different? Peer support homeless shelter for veterans The founder is a veteran that dealt with homelessness, drugs and alcohol. One more vet lost is one too many. Click here for more information Franklin County Veterans Affairs Click here for other Important Phone Numbers Veteran Resouce Card Click Here Adopt a Unit information Click Here
VETERANS & FAMILY SUPPORT
Chairman
Tracy Hershey
Veterans & Family Support Program is the foundation of our organization.
We put our hearts into assisting veterans, service members and their families along with promoting and providing access to resources that are
Simply the Best for Our Veterans.
Unmet Needs National Military Services aids all that are currently serving.
These services include
MAP (Military Appreciation Program),
Adopt a Unit,
Care packages,
Financial assistance,
"Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship”and Student Support Grants.
National Veteran Services (NVS) provide service officers both pre and post discharge…this is crucial in making sure veterans receive their earned benefits and entitlements. Let’s face it, VA Claims process is a nightmare at times. Why not use a VFW Accredited Service Officer that will help your veteran and families every step of the way?
The service is proudly offered FREE OF CHARGE!
Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Awareness / Veterans Mental Wellness Post Traumatic Stress (PTS) is a main focus this year and being aware of the warning signs and ways to help anyone, especially our veterans and military families through it.
With PTS not recognized easily, nor treated properly, the concern is rising rapidly.
We need to provide avenues for them to get the proper care and programs for recovery. Education is a valuable tool to combat the issue. Let’s raise awareness!!
The VFW has teamed up with GIVE AN HOUR, CAMPAIGN TO CHANGE DIRECTION, ONE MIND, PATIENTSLIKEME AND ELIZABETH DOLE FOUNDATION for Veterans Crisis. Department of PA has implemented a peer group, focusing on Mental Health.
Please join the Facebook page to stay informed.
The forum is stronger in numbers and many shoulders to lean on are going through some of the same struggles.
Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans in crisis and/or their families with trained and caring responders….call, text or chat online….confidential support 24/7 – 365 days a year! DIAL 988, PRESS 1 ~~~~ TEXT 838255
https://www.facebook.com/groups/4054484594826446 Suicide Awareness and Prevention - VFW Department of PA
VETERANS & FAMILY SUPPORT VFW Foundation Grants
➢ Post Assistance Grant – offers exclusively to VFW Posts to offset expenses for building repairs/equipment.
➢ VFW #STILLSERVING Grant - offers offsets incurred for community service projects – this is open to Post, Districts and Auxiliaries.
➢ Uniting for Veterans Grant - a limited matching grant available to Posts and Auxiliaries for monetary, food, or item donations to local food banks, pantries or homeless relief organizations in their communities. Student Veteran Support Grant Available for supporting student veteran events. VFW Post and Departments are eligible to submit applications. Focusing on campuses with veteran student population. Other ways to donate and keep Serving America’s Heroes
➢ Disaster Relief Fund helps service members, veterans and families that are impacted by a natural disaster. Creates opportunity for immediate relief efforts.
➢ Uniting to Combat Hunger (UTCH) VFW and Humana teamed up to address food insecurities across America, focusing on the military community. We are making a positive change in the shortages and homelessness. Collaborating with Volunteers of America.
➢ Deborah Sampson Act – this act was passed with the help of VFW and Auxiliary efforts improving Women Veterans VA Programs and health services. It is with an expansion of the Call Center for Women Veterans, specified for their needs and health services.
➢ VFW Mental Wellness Campaign – provides education for members, veterans and communities helping with prevention and proper knowledge.
➢ PA Women Veterans Retreat – provides networking and resources available for all female veterans through a yearly conference.
VFW's National Veterans Service
NVS Consist of a nationwide network of service officers who are experts in dealing with the claims process and help thousands of veterans cut through the bureaucratic red tape every year. They are the key to success, recovering approximately $1 billion in earned benefits and compensation for veterans each year.
MISSION STATEMENT:
Our office is dedicated to serving the needs of area veterans and their families through benefit coordination, outreach, and advocacy.
The Office of Veterans Affairs is a local county office, accredited with Department of Military and Veterans Affairs through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Our office performs a number of key functions including the following.
Information on federal, state, and county benefits and resource
Benefit Claims: submission and appeals
Veteran Temporary Assistance
Healthcare information and enrollment assistance
Outreach programs (community events, peer services, and service dog program)
Information and support for justice-involved veterans
Click here for more information about Franklin County Veterans Affairs
Learn more about the PACT act and your VA Benefits here.
