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Disability benefits may cover physical conditions as well as mental health conditions.1 Those benefits may also apply to substance use disorder (SUD), which is sometimes simply called “addiction.” SUD is a disease that leads to problems with substances such as drugs and alcohol. If SUD is left untreated, it can negatively affect other aspects of […]

Veterans returning home from military deployment and combat may face a number of challenges when trying to adjust back to civilian life. Arguably, one of the biggest challenges is coping with any traumas they may have endured during deployment, such as significant injury, witnessing the death of a peer, or sexual assault. The rates of […]

Members of the military go through some very tough and traumatic experiences while deployed, oftentimes leaving these men and women with physical and psychological scars that last well beyond their years of service. Many Veterans may self-medicate or turn to substances in an attempt to cope with their issues.  Unfortunately, substance abuse among Veterans often […]

The recent transfer of power in Washington has brought a great deal of uncertainty for many across the U.S., but particularly for Veterans and their families. While the new administration has pledged to improve healthcare for our nation’s heroes, the slate of executive orders and budget cuts has resulted in many questions about what the […]

Each year, on November 11th, we honor our nation’s Veterans. Veterans Day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices that our armed forces’ brave men and women make. It is not just a day to express our gratitude for these heroes’ service but also a reminder to acknowledge the unique challenges that many Veterans […]

When is Military Family Appreciation Month? Since 1993, Military Family Appreciation Month has been celebrated in November. It was originally established by the Armed Services YMCA and has been recognized each November since. As is tradition, each year the President signs a proclamation recognizing the tremendous purpose Military Families have as the backbone of our […]

On July 25th, we commemorate National Hire a Veteran Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the invaluable skills and experiences that Veterans bring to the workforce. Honed through service to our country, Veterans possess highly desirable qualities such as leadership, discipline, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities—invaluable assets in any industry. As these brave men and women […]

Veterans Day is a day to honor those who have served in the United States military and is celebrated annually on November 11th. These dedicated men and women have put their lives on the line for their country, and inevitably, for all of us. And unfortunately, after being discharged, many, especially those who have served […]