Paralyzed Veterans of America Blog

 

Advocating for Veteran Policies

Posted by PVA Admin on Monday February 27, 2017

Core to Paralyzed Veterans of America ‘s mission is helping veterans and all people with spinal cord injury and disease (SCI/D) enjoy the high quality of life they deserve.

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Congressional Action Enables VA to Provide Procreative Services

Posted by PVA Admin on Monday February 27, 2017

Federal Registry publishes rule that approves funding through September 30, 2018  WASHINGTON, DC – On January 19, 2017, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued an interim final rule amending its regulation regarding fertility counseling and treatment available to qualifying veterans and their spouses. Today, services finally became available to veterans, and Paralyzed Veterans of […]

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Full Practice Authority to VA Advance Practice Registered Nurses

Posted by PVA Admin on Monday February 27, 2017

Paralyzed Veterans of America (Paralyzed Veterans) today expressed its support of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) decision to grant full practice authority to three roles of its advanced practice registered nurses (APRN): Certified Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Certified Nurse Midwives.

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The Independent Budget for the 115th Congress

Posted by PVA Admin on Monday February 27, 2017

For more than 30 years, the co-authors of The Independent Budget—Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Paralyzed Veterans of America (Paralyzed Veterans), and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)—have presented our budget and policy recommendations to Congress and the Administration. Our recommendations are meant to inform Congress and the Administration of the needs of our members and all […]

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Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month

Posted by PVA on Saturday February 25, 2017

In April, Paralyzed Veterans of America is marking the anniversary of its founding by urging all Americans to take a stand for veterans. Paralyzed Veterans Awareness Month highlights the unique challenges facing veterans with spinal cord injury/disease. It spotlights the work of Paralyzed Veterans to empower seriously wounded heroes and their families with everything they need to thrive. “Paralyzed […]

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Don’t Delay Your Annual VA SCI/D Center Evaluation

Posted by PVA Admin on Thursday February 23, 2017

For Members: Given pre-existing understaffing across the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Spinal Cord Injury & Disorder (SCI/D) system of care, Paralyzed Veterans of America (Paralyzed Veterans) was initially concerned that a VA hiring freeze would further exacerbate issues with access to care and staff turnover. We are relieved to tell you that senior VA […]

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How Tiffany Smiley Can Help Make the VA Great Again

Posted by PVA Admin on Wednesday February 22, 2017

Every veteran who has survived catastrophic injury, such as blindness, amputation, spinal cord injury, and severe head trauma, will likely have a lifetime bond with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), like it or not. In addition to the specialized care expertise that VA has honed over the years, which is rivaled by very few, […]

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REVolution empowers able-bodied runners to support disabled veterans

Posted by PVA Admin on Sunday February 12, 2017

Paralyzed Veterans of America, the nation’s foremost advocate for veterans with disabilities, has announced a new program to help support its mission: REVolution – Racing to Empower Veterans.

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Congress Should Fund Nurses for Disabled Veterans

Posted by PVA Admin on Saturday February 11, 2017

Nurses—specifically those who work at the bedside—are the backbone of the VA healthcare system today. In fact, with more than 80,000 registered nurses and nursing assistants, VA is the nation’s largest employer of nurses.

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Clothing Donation Expands to 13 Cities

Posted by PVA Admin on Sunday February 5, 2017

G.I.V.E. , Paralyzed Veterans of America’s clothing donation program, is now accepting donations from individuals who are looking for a way to give back and show their support for veterans this holiday season. The G.I.V.E program, which stands for ”Goods Inspiring Veterans Everywhere” accepts clothing, shoes, hats, belts and other household items for donation. One […]

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