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May 24, 2018

Intentional Communities for Veterans and Their Families

Intentional communities are planned residential communities designed from the ground up to address a specific social challenge and foster a high degree of cohesion among residents. Similar to co-housing models that are peer based or inter-generational, intentional communities are organized […]

May 14, 2018

Accelerated Wellness Program: There is not “One Size Fits All”

Veterans Alternative understands that there is not a “one size fits all” when it comes to addressing mental health for our Combat Veterans. For this reason, our mission is to improve the quality of life of our Nations Warriors. One […]

April 24, 2018

DVNF Awards Nearly a Half Million in New Grant Funding

The Disabled Veterans National Foundation has announced that it will award $457,182 to 23 organizations as part of its spring session of Capacity Building grants. Capacity Building Grants are DVNF’s way of touching the lives of veterans through organizational partners […]

February 28, 2018

The Vision of the Disabled Veterans National Foundation

Our Vision Every veteran has made sacrifices, and so many continue to face unimaginable difficulty for years after their service ends. DVNF works to meet their needs in unique ways, and our vision for the future is to provide hope […]

February 13, 2018

VIDEO: “I’m still trying to find my way back home”

DVNF’s Health & Comfort program provides veterans with vital necessities, like clothing, personal care items, and health and hygiene supplies, but it also provides something else – hope. Maurice told us that he served in Vietnam, “deep in the jungle,” […]

February 7, 2018

VIDEO: Veterans Resource Fair Means More Than You Think

“We served, but right now, you’re helping us.” DVNF’s Resource Fair hosted veterans in the DC Metro region, giving them a chance to come see all the services that are available to them in the area from government agencies and nonprofits. […]

February 6, 2018

Guest Blog: VA Disability & SSDI Benefits

If you were injured while on active duty, you are likely already on VA disability benefits. What you may not know is that you could also qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). VA disability and SSDI are both benefits […]

February 2, 2018

DVNF E-Newsletter: A great start to 2018

Help us continue the momentum as we serve our heroes! Greetings! The new year is now in full swing, and so is DVNF! February, while a short month, is a very important month. It’s Black History Month, and it’s […]

January 31, 2018

A Glimpse Inside the Profession of Equine Therapy: Horse and Human Roles

What makes an Equine Assisted Horse Professional? What special knowledge or skill might they need to have in order to do this work? An equine-assisted professional should have a grounding in basic horse care requirements: feeding and nutrition, grooming, de-worming, […]