DAV Caregivers Support provides personalized care and resources for people in the veteran care community at no cost or obligation to them.It provides access to tailored care plans and specialists, giving veterans who are caregivers and caregivers of veterans digital and in-person resources to improve their quality of life. You don’t have to be related to a veteran to care for those who served.Visit davcaregivers.org to get started. … Read MoreSee Less
On Oct. 9, 2024, the Social Security Administration announced a 2.5% boost in the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), the smallest in the last three years.The U.S. Department of Labor determines the annual COLA by measuring the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The CPI is based on a broad sampling of the costs of consumer goods and expenses.Veterans, families and dependents eligible for VA benefits saw the new amount reflected in their monthly checks effective Jan. 1. The increase affects everything from Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation to clothing allowances to Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and survivors benefits.“Many veterans and their families rely on their VA benefits to help cover essential expenses like food, housing and utilities,” said DAV Washington Headquarters Executive Director Randy Reese. “The rising costs of consumer goods and other expenses the last several years have put a significant strain on veterans and their families, and the cost-of-living adjustment is intended to help counteract the impact inflation has on veterans benefits.” … Read MoreSee Less
Every year, the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore chooses one veteran to attend Reds Fantasy Camp. This year, they chose 2020 Disabled American Veteran of the Year and commander of the DAV Department of West Virginia Adam Greathouse! His wife and caregiver Stacy joined him on the exciting trip. Known as “Baseball Heaven”, this year’s camp ran from Jan. 11-18, 2025, in beautiful Goodyear, Arizona! Adam and the other attendees received professional equipment, a personalized locker and major league treatment from Reds trainers and clubhouse personnel. There were nine baseball games throughout the week where attendees could compete for trophies and awards.Thanks to the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum for the amazing opportunity! … Read MoreSee Less
When Army veteran Brandon Marchioni first participated in the DAV 5K, he didn’t realize the impact it would have on him and his family over a decade later. Click here to read more Brandon's experience at the DAV 5K: dav.la/40yGGzl. … Read MoreSee Less
