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JUNE 2025 | ISSUE #38 | PVA SUPPORTER EDITION
MEET SEAN, U.S. AIR FORCE VETERAN
PVA Keystone Chapter member and U.S. Air Force Veteran Sean was six months into a trying job search when he reached out to PVA’s Veterans Career Program. Sean, who is paralyzed from the neck down (C4 – quadriplegic), wanted to be an engaged and contributing member of society but was having problems finding a position where he could work from home and use necessary adaptive equipment.
Veterans Career Program Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Genia Hachenberg, M.S., CRC, and Sean spent time discussing Sean’s passions, including computers, and also discussing adaptive equipment that he needed to accommodate employment. They explored employers who value disabled Veterans and are willing to integrate adaptive equipment into their systems. Sean was eventually hired as a Quality Analyst.
U.S. BANK STADIUM AWARDED 2025 PVA BARRIER-FREE AMERICA AWARD
PVA Architecture awarded U.S. Bank Stadium, home to the Minnesota Vikings, with the 2025 Barrier-Free America Award , one of its highest and most prestigious honors. This award marks the first NFL stadium to receive this recognition.
Located in downtown Minneapolis, U.S. Bank Stadium is a venue that simplifies every experience for attendees who utilize assistive mobility devices. The stadium boasts an adult changing table on the main concourse, wide public concourses and prime designated seating areas for guests with mobility challenges.
PVA TOOLKIT PROMOTES ADVOCACY EFFORTS
PVA created an Advocacy Toolkit to empower members and individuals, regardless of experience level, with resources and guidance to effectively advocate for change at both the local and national level.
Download the toolkit here to learn more.
YOU COUNTED ON THEIR SERVICE
NOW THEY'RE COUNTING ON YOU
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At PVA, we believe there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to helping paralyzed and disabled Veterans. We focus on addressing each of our nation’s heroes’ complete needs – from their physical health and financial security to societal needs and their mental well-being. Right now, Veterans need us more than ever.
You can help us continue to fund our important work with a donation of any amount today.
How else can you help? Sign up to volunteer at this year's National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Minneapolis from July 17-22.
PVA IN THE NEWS
Adaptive Sports Bootcamp Gives Paralyzed Veterans a Second Chance
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The Milwaukee VA and the Wisconsin Chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America hosted an adaptive sports bootcamp at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex.
Memphis to Open First-Ever Paralyzed Veterans Center Downtown
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PVA's Mid-South Chapter has officially broken ground on a transformative new space for veterans living with spinal cord injuries and diseases. Located near Danny Thomas Boulevard, the future Mid-South PVA Community Center is more than just a building—it’s a commitment to the people who have served our country and now need space to heal, thrive, and connect.
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