Reintegrating into civilian life isn't a healthcare issue. It's about housing, financial stability, education, career pathways, and genuine belonging in the community. Veterans and their families deserve a full ecosystem of support, not prescriptions. Our policies must reflect that. #VeteranSupport

Committee advances bill to exclude VA disability pay from disabled veterans income test Senator Sciarra’s SB 888 would exclude VA service-connected disability compensation from household income used to determine eligibility for the disabled veterans property tax exemption; the committee accepted amendments and voted unanimously to send the bill to the Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs.

Senator Sciarra's SB 888 aims to protect disabled veterans from losing vital property tax exemptions by excluding their disability compensation from income calculations.

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House medical subcommittee advances several health-related bills The House medical subcommittee voted to advance multiple health bills — clarifying certificate-of-need language for veterans homes, authorizing specific visitors in long-term care during emergencies, enabling pharmacist–physician collaborative practice agreements, and allowing temporary hallway beds in hospitals during emergencies — sending each to the floor as amended.

The House medical subcommittee just took significant steps to enhance healthcare for veterans and improve emergency protocols in South Carolina hospitals!

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Committee hears briefings on Missouri Veterans Recognition Program and Veteran Reads resilience program State employees from the Missouri Veterans Recognition Program described medal and certificate services and records assistance; MU Extension presented a Veteran Reads (REEDS) program that uses literature discussion to build resilience among veterans and first responders.

Missouri is stepping up for veterans with innovative programs that honor their service and build resilience through community engagement.

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Art Therapy for Veterans with PTSD - Ferry Godmother Productions Art therapy can be an effective way to treat PTSD. Keep reading to learn more about art therapy and its benefits for veterans with PTSD.

Art therapy can provide meaningful emotional support for veterans experiencing PTSD. Creative expression can help process trauma and build healthier coping strategies.

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Every day, military families face impossible choices when duty calls—and sometimes that means leaving their beloved pets behind
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Knowing what support exists can change everything.

For Veterans and their families, navigating mental health resources shouldn’t feel like guesswork. The more you know, the more power you have to take that next step.

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Natural Wisdom: Breaking the Cycle of Rumination Rumination is repetitive, unresolved thinking.

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Maine Veterans Homes CEO says funding shortfall threatens services, asks legislature to reallocate supplemental lines MVH CEO Brad Clawwater told the Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee that one-time retroactive payments helped MVH finish 2025 with a positive margin but that structural gaps remain: MVH loses roughly $100 per resident per day under current MaineCare and VA reimbursements and is seeking a change to supplemental budget line items to secure federal match and annual funding.

Maine Veterans Homes is facing a critical funding shortfall that threatens vital services, despite a temporary financial boost from one-time payments.

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Charity secures major new grant to tackle veteran homelessness Alabaré secures £200,000 Greenwich Hospital grant to tackle homelessness among former service personnel.

Exciting news! A charity has landed a £200,000 grant to combat veteran homelessness. How can we further support our heroes? #VeteranSupport

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Two moss-covered puzzle pieces resting against a tree in a forest, beside a British military helmet and medal, with Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and British Army badges displayed on the ground in front. The words “Jigsaw Culture, proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant.”

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Jigsaw Culture has signed the Armed Forces Covenant. 🎖️

We’re looking forward to continuing to learn, listen and contribute alongside others supporting the Armed Forces community. 🧩

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Real talk about mental health matters.

Our very own Michael Landsberg and host of First Step, is sparking honest conversations about mental illness through "Big Shows" and learning modules: an important program for veterans.

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Photographer snaps veterans in charity collaboration Wiltshire-based professional photographer Barbara Leatham is collaborating with local veterans charity Entrain Space to photograph former military personnel.

Honoring service through art! 📸 How do you think photography can impact our understanding of veterans' stories? #VeteranSupport

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Resolution urges Congress to set veteran apprentice hiring goals on DOD construction projects House Joint Resolution 20 asks Congress to require DOD construction projects to set hiring goals of at least 10% apprentices and to ensure 10% of apprentice slots are filled by veterans; multiple veterans and union representatives testified in favor, citing workforce shortages and strong veteran outcomes in apprenticeships.

A new resolution aims to boost veteran employment in the skilled trades by ensuring 10% of apprentices on Department of Defense projects are veterans—could this be the key to solving workforce shortages?

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Senate committee advances $500K veterans grant pilot for Yavapai County after debate over scope House Bill 2759, a $500,000 appropriation for veteran emergency grants targeted to Yavapai County institutions, received a 4–3 due-pass recommendation after advocates described gaps in GI Bill payments and members debated pilot scope, private vs public institutions and potential conflicts of interest.

A new bill could secure $500,000 in emergency grants for veterans in Yavapai County, addressing urgent gaps in GI Bill payments that leave many struggling for housing and support.

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Veteran Homelessness: Risks and Resources - Ferry Godmother Productions Veteran homelessness is a concerning issue in the United States. What puts veterans at risk for homelessness, and how are they supported?

Veterans can face complex challenges when transitioning back into civilian life. Understanding the risks surrounding housing instability helps communities respond with better support systems.

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Peabody officials urge committee to allow affidavits when preemployment medical records are missing At a Public Service Committee hearing, Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt, Fire Chief Jay Dowling and other local officials asked lawmakers to back House Bill 5054 so an affidavit can be used when preemployment physical records are lost and a veteran firefighter’s retirement is otherwise blocked.

Peabody officials are fighting for a veteran firefighter's honorable retirement as missing medical records stall his claims—will lawmakers step up?

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Commission approves funding revision for West Tennessee Veterans Nursing Home amid schedule delays and financial questions The State Building Commission approved a funding revision for the 126‑bed West Tennessee Veterans Nursing Home but commissioners pressed staff for a pro forma and additional financial detail after presenters said completion could be delayed by generator part lead times and network contingencies.

The West Tennessee Veterans Nursing Home project is facing delays and financial scrutiny, with completion now projected for September 2026, raising concerns among commissioners.

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Chippewa County veterans committee says MVAA grant reassessment forces cuts; approves grave markers and small distributions At its Feb. 25 meeting, the Chippewa County Department of Veteran Affairs Committee learned the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency reassessed county grants and reduced funding by about $20,000, prompting elimination of advertising and reduced trust‑fund and emergent relief allocations; the committee approved routine disbursements including 23 grave markers and two MVAA grant distributions.

The Chippewa County veterans committee faces a $20,000 funding cut, forcing them to make tough choices that could impact essential services for local veterans.

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Chair asks staff to draft discussion paper revising funding distribution for military‑to‑civilian transition programs Chairman Esparza asked staff to prepare a discussion paper proposing revised funding distribution options to improve access and continuity of services for transitioning service members, recently separated veterans and military spouses, including options for direct allocations to workforce boards serving major installations.

Chairman Esparza is pushing for revolutionary changes in funding distribution to better support service members transitioning to civilian life—could this be the game-changer we've been waiting for?

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Bill to provide prefab housing for homeless veterans draws support and agency caveat Representative O'Day and veteran-support groups urged HB 5410 to fund prefabricated housing units for homeless veterans; the Department of Veterans' Affairs said it could not support the program without budgeted resources, while noting capacity improvements at the Rocky Hill campus.

A proposed bill for prefabricated housing aims to tackle homelessness among Connecticut veterans, but budget constraints are stirring debate among lawmakers.

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Libraries, veterans and literacy advocates urge restoration of state library funding During public comment the Braille Institute, library coalitions and veterans urged the subcommittee to restore California Library Services Act funding, extend ESL literacy grants and protect summer meal and outreach programs serving vulnerable residents.

California's library advocates and veterans are rallying to restore vital funding that supports literacy programs and resources for the visually impaired—can they sway lawmakers to act?

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Senate committee hears bill to waive extra park pass fees for veterans; sponsor estimates modest cost SB190 would waive an additional $25 on the $50 state annual park pass for veterans and service members; sponsor said veterans already pay $25, the bill would remove the extra 50% fee, and estimated the fiscal impact at a little over $11,000.

Georgia veterans may soon enjoy free access to state parks as a new bill aims to waive additional fees on annual passes!

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