Membership and Resources

Health

National Center for PTSD
US Department of Veterans Affairs National Center for PTSD offers a variety of programs as well as resources for education. They publish numerous journals and answer questions concerning PTSD. The mission of the National Center for PTSD is to provide social services and care to veterans suffering from PTSD and other stress-related disorders.

Mental Health Self-Assessment Program
A free, voluntary and anonymous mental health and alcohol-screening program for military personnel and their families. Funded by the Department of Defense Office of Health Affairs and coordinated by Screening For Mental Health, Inc.

TRICARE
Find out more about the military health system.

NGWRC's Self Help Guide
Great information for those suffering from Gulf War Syndrome, or anyone attempting to file a claim with the VA or Social Security.

Disabled American Veterans
Formed in 1920 and chartered by Congress in 1932, the million-member DAV is the official voice of America's service-connected disabled veterans -- a strong, insistent voice that represents all of America's 2.1 million disabled veterans, their families and survivors. Its nationwide network of services -- free of charge to all veterans and members of their families -- is totally supported by membership dues and contributions from the American public. Not a government agency, the DAV's national organization receives no government funds.

Wounded Warrior Project
The Wounded Warrior Project was founded on the principle that veterans are our nation's greatest citizens. The Project seeks to assist those men and women of our armed forces who have been severely injured during the conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other hot spots around the world.

Veterans Eye Care
Launched by the nation's largest group of Eye M.D.s, VeteransEyeCare.com is a website dedicated to providing quality eye care information and resources for U.S. Veterans.

Amputee Coalition of America
This organization, in conjuction with the National Limb Loss Information Center, provides resources for people with limb loss. On their website, you can find parity information for your state, as well as an online support group and a listing for support groups in your area.

Blinded Veterans Association
If you are a blind or visually impaired veteran, if you are a relative or a friend or if you just want to get involved, write, email or give us a call. We are the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA), an organization specifically established to promote the welfare of blinded veterans. We are here to help veterans and their families meet the challenges of blindness.

Paralyzed Veterans of America
The PVA Veterans Benefits Department (VBD) provides assistance and representation before the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), without charge, to veterans with spinal cord injury or dysfunction, and their eligible dependents. We assist clients with applying for health care, as well as other benefits they may be entitled to.

Lariam Action USA
Lariam Action is an information and support service for people who have questions about the effects of the antimalaria drug Lariam (mefloquine).

The Military Vaccine Education Center
The Military Vaccine Education Center provides an overview of the anthrax vaccine, the latest news, support groups, health care tips, medical and legal resources, and more for those who are concerned about the military's mandatory bioterrorism vaccines, including the anthrax vaccine. Significant questions have been raised about the effectiveness and necessity of the anthrax vaccine.Reactions to the vaccine include rashes, muscle aches, joint pain, headaches, fever, and nausea. With the anthrax vaccine now declared illegal, they work to prevent any further use of Investigational New Drugs on our troops without their informed consent, and continue to help the ill and those who have refused the vaccines.