2001 – Department and Chapter Service Officer training program established

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DAV is grateful to SiriusXM for inviting our members to join Julie Mason and VA Secretary Doug Collins for a Town Hall discussing critical issues impacting the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Thank you, Mr. Secretary, for hearing from our members and answering our questions.

Listen online to hear Secretary Collins discuss mental health services, veteran homelessness, the VA’s budgetary process and more: dav.la/4jGL0E5. ... Read MoreSee Less

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Happy 117th birthday to the U.S. Army Reserve! Formed in 1908, Army Reservists have been deployed to conflicts and humanitarian efforts around the world. They also play a vital role in ensuring the safety and stability of our nation on U.S. soil. To all current and former Army Reservists, we hope you have a wonderful day. ... Read MoreSee Less

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DAV supports H.R. 438, the PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act.

This bill would establish a grant program to provide financial support to eligible entities for creating peer-to-peer mental health programs specifically designed for veterans.

The proposed program would include 24/7 mental health support, group and individual meetings facilitated by trained veteran peer specialists and adherence to specific standards to ensure quality care.

Please contact your elected officials and urge them to cosponsor and support this important legislation now: dav.la/hr438. #DAV #veterans #military #DAVCAN ... Read MoreSee Less