VA Could Benefit From Firing Its Bottom 10% Of Underperforming Staff
For too many in media and government who talk about bolstering accountability in the Department of Veterans Affairs, the notion is abstract; a talking point that sounds great for pontificating on how veterans ought to be treated. No matter how many times the public hears a congressional or agency official give assurances that change is […]
VA’s Veteran Monthly Assistance Allowance Program
The VA’s Veteran Monthly Assistance Allowance (VMAA) program is a rehabilitative benefit and is applicable to disabled veterans whether the disability is service-connected or non-service-connected. The VMAA has qualification standards that must be achieved and verified with the United States Olympic Committee’s (USOC) Paralympics Division prior to receiving the allowance. The allowance has very specific […]
Veterans Day Poster & Poem Contest – Paralyzed Veterans of America
Paralyzed Veterans of America proudly announces the winners of its 13th annual Veterans Day Poster and Poem Contest: second-grader Janie Kim from Frances E. Norton Elementary School in Allen, Texas is the grand prize winner in the poster category, and eighth-grader Kendall Schenck from Captain Nathan Hale Middle School Coventry, CT is the grand prize […]
Veterans Resources
General Resources Accessibility and Mobility Accessible Housing Resources Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Caregivers Employment Resources for Veterans and All with Disabilities General Medical Resources Government Sites Multiple Sclerosis Spina Bifida Spinal Cord Injury Veterans’ Online Resources Government Resources Benefits Connection Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services US Government Site for People with Medicare Department of […]
WE ARE #UNSTOPPABLE
Paralyzed Veterans of America understands what it takes to stay in the game. To adapt and to reinvent. We know what it’s like to endure pain, confront the next day and the day after that. We appreciate what it means to conquer barriers and achieve victory. This spirit unites and inspires us all. WHAT’S STOPPING YOU? How […]
Weis Markets: Heart for the Brave
Weis Markets has proudly teamed up with Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission: ABLE campaign. This campaign helps ensure that veterans with disabilities receive the care, benefits and job opportunities they’ve earned and deserve. To support the initiative, Weis Markets and its associates are encouraging customers to make a small donation at Weis checkouts by rounding […]
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day – FAQ
National Vietnam War Veterans Day – Quick Facts National Vietnam War Veterans Day recognizes veterans who served in the US military during the Vietnam War. President Donald J. Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 on March 28, 2017 to officially recognize March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The act […]
What is Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis occurs when an overgrowth of bone or tissue narrows the spaces in an individual’s backbone, resulting in pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots. Most commonly, the disorder is caused by an overgrowth of spinal bones, herniated disks, thickened ligaments, tumors or spinal injuries. The disorder affects both men and women and […]
What Is Veterans Day?
In 1921, an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This site, on a hillside overlooking the Potomac River and the city of Washington, D.C., became the focal point of reverence for America’s veterans. Similar ceremonies occurred earlier in England and France, where an unknown soldier was buried in each […]
Accessibility Resources
Recommended Accessibility Resources ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines International Code Council Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Sport Stadium Design Accessibility Guidelines for Recreation Facilities College Accessibility Accessibility and Mobility Resources PVA Architecture (Accessible Design) Accessible Housing Resources Accessible Space HUD: Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities Program Disability.gov’s […]
JOIN THE REVolution
TEAM REVOLUTION IS RACING TO EMPOWER VETERANS. Team REVolution (Racing to Empower Veterans) is Paralyzed Veterans of America’s fundraising endurance racing program. Able-bodied runners and companies race in events across the country to raise funds that help provide care and resources paralyzed veterans need to live full, productive lives. Join Team REVolution today as an individual […]
Show How Much You #LOVEOURVETERANS
Many of us celebrate Valentine’s Day with the people we love. It can also be a difficult time for veterans struggling on the road to recovery. Help us bring some needed cheer to veterans who have served and sacrificed for this country. Here’s how: SEND A VETERAN A VALENTINE Valentine’s Day can be especially lonely and difficult […]
Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month
Join us this April as we celebrate PVA Awareness month. Throughout the month, we will share stories of perseverance of our members and highlight the programs and services we provide to veterans. What does Paralyzed Veterans of America do? Our government relations team advocates for quality health care, accessibility and earned veterans benefits. Our architects work diligently to make America more accessible both in […]
Paralyzed Veterans of America Mourns the Loss of Decorated War Hero and Veterans and Disability Rights Champion Senator John McCain
MEDIA CONTACT: Lani Poblette 202-733-7838, LaniP@pva.org WASHINGTON, DC—Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) today issued the following statement from its National President David Zurfluh, regarding the passing of Senator John McCain: “Paralyzed Veterans of America is deeply saddened by the loss of Senator John McCain and we offer our sincere condolences to his family during this time. Senator McCain’s leadership and […]
Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Suit to Protect Rights of Disabled Air Travelers Progresses in Court Today
MEDIA CONTACTS: Charisma Troiano 202-701-1781, ctroiano@democracyforward.org, Lani Poblete 202-733-7838, LaniP@pva.org Washington, DC— Today, on behalf of Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), Democracy Forward appeared in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit to argue against the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) abrupt and unlawful rollback of a rule intended to make air travel safer and easier for […]