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Canine Companions for Independence
Proud to Serve Veterans Canine Companions for Independence has provided many assistance dogs to US war veterans across the country. With the increase in wounded veterans who could benefit from an assistance dog, we want to do more. For a veteran making a new start putting their life back together from an injury, an assistance dog can provide the help they need to regain independence. Questions? Please email us at info@cci.org or call 800-572-BARK (2275)
Computers For The Community
Computers for the Community is a non-profit organization whose goal is to increase the number of personal computer owners in the community by refurbishing used hardware, while also helping to reduce electronic waste in our local landfills.
IN THEIR BOOTS
In Their Boots is a documentary series about the impact the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are having on people here at home. Every episode features a documentary about how America’s servicemen and women, their families, and our communities have been profoundly changed by our nation's campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan. Shot on location throughout the country, these stories stress the courage of our participants, and the valor of the people and organizations that help our heroes on their journey. Journalist and writer, Tina Malave, is this season’s host. After each story Ms. Malave will interview the participants featured in the documentary and lead a discussion that digs deeper into the issues affecting veterans, servicemembers and military families. Telling these stories and sharing these interviews are only part of the mission of In Their Boots. This website is also a rich resource with links to scores of organizations that support veterans, servicemembers and their families. In addition, it’s a place for interested viewers to find volunteer opportunities in the veteran community. In Their Boots is funded by a generous grant from the Iraq Afghanistan Deployment Impact Fund (IADIF) of The California Community Foundation and is produced by Brave New Foundation. Season 2 of In Their Boots will be streamed on this website, and can be seen on Free Speech TV, Link TV, and more than 70 other public access television stations.
Mental Health-Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Lifeline If you or someone you care about is in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press 1. Your call is free and confidential.
Military Connection
Military Connection is a woman-owned business located in Simi Valley, California, near the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. We have been in business since 1999. We take great pride in assisting many military charities. Our mission is to serve the active military including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard, the Reserves including Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Air Force Reserve, Marine Reserve and the National Guard. We are also honored to serve Veterans, retirees, DoD civil servants and their spouses and dependents.
My HealtheVet
My HealtheVet
Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF)
Welcome home and thank you for your service to our country! VA is ready to provide health care and more to our newest veterans returning from the armed services. Here are some of the benefits VA provides that you need to know about: Health Care Eligibility for 5 years; Dental Benefits; OEF/OIF Programs; and much more!
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Our goal is to provide excellence in patient care, veterans' benefits and customer satisfaction. We have reformed our department internally and are striving for high quality, prompt and seamless service to veterans. Our department's employees continue to offer their dedication and commitment to help veterans get the services they have earned. Our nation's veterans deserve no less.
Wireless Technology Research Assistance
My name is Chuck Elander and I work for the Wireless Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center (RERC), a federally funded program here at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta dedicated to promoting universal access to wireless technology by people with disabilities. We are conducting research into the use and usability of wireless technology by people with a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities through our Survey of User Needs (SUN). The Survey of User Needs takes only about 10 minutes to complete. The information we collect helps us educate manufacturers of wireless devices and wireless service providers on ways to make their products and services more accessible and more useful. In this way we can fulfill our mission of advocacy for the development of new assistive technologies. The survey can be found at: http://www.wirelessrerc.org/survey/ The survey en Español at: http://www.wirelessrerc.org/encuesta/ We do have paper copies that I can mail to respondents if they prefer that method or require assistance completing the form. Also, respondents can call me and I will help them complete the survey over the phone. Charles Elander Crawford Research Institute Shepherd Center Charles_Elander@Shepherd.org 404-367-1343
Wounded Warrior Program
The mission of the Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors. “Honoring and Empowering wounded warriors.” Purpose To raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of severely injured service men and women To help severely injured service members aid and assist each other To provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs Core Values Fun Integrity Loyalty Innovation Service
