Veterans News
News about those who have served in the military or for professionals who work with military units. Information includes benefits, services, products, technology, innovations and events of interest to veterans.
"Status Quo" May Cost Bergen County / NJ Residents on Medicare More Out of Their Pocket for 2015
PAAD - Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled Income limit: less than $26,130 (single), less than $32,037 (married); Senior Gold - Income limit: between $26,130 and $36,130 (single), between $32,037 and $42,037 (married); Patient Assistance Program Eligibility Criteria and Medicare Part D http://www.rxassist.org/docx/medicare-and-paps - November 28, 2014 - Absolute Insurance Management, LLC
LifeStyles Furniture Offering Stressless Seating Donation Drive for Homeless Shelter
Retailer LifeStyles Furniture is raising charitable donations for the Humility of Mary Shelter of the Quad Cities. Consumers donating $50 to this charity through the store will receive $200 off their purchase of Stressless seating and $400 off select recliners through January 19th, 2015. The store is making an effort to help raise donations for the shelter this holiday season in order to better provide for area homeless in the community. - November 21, 2014 - LifeStyles Furniture
New Theatrical Work to Honor Wounded Warriors Ohio Dance Theatre Creates Multi-Media Ballet for Families of Veterans with PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury
Ohio Dance Theatre premieres new work entitled Blood Stripe in April 2015 as part of Cleveland Public Theatre’s DanceWorks’ 15 series. The dance in 4 scenes is inspired by and created to tell the story of an OIF/OEF Marine and his family, and is a memorial to those who came before and are still to follow. The name of the piece comes from Marine jargon that references the red band on dress uniform trousers worn by officers and NCO’s symbolizing blood shed by marines in war. - November 18, 2014 - Ohio Dance Theatre
D.C. Native and Star Vocalist, Johnny Gill Salutes Decorated Veteran with Tribute
On Saturday, November 15th, award-winning vocalist and D.C. native, Johnny Gill, paid tribute to decorated veteran military physician, Dr. Clayton Lawrence, in a soulful performance. - November 18, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Sony Veteran Music Group 4TROOPS is Auditioning New Members
The Center for American Military Music Opportunities (CAMMO) is launching worldwide auditions to find new members for the Sony Music Veteran Group, 4TROOPS. - November 17, 2014 - Center for American Military Music Opportunities
Writer's Digest Book Awards: Novel About Military Family with Autistic Son "Outstanding"
"It Burns a Lovely Light," Penny McCann Pennington's debut novel, received the highest possible rating from the 22nd Annual Writer's Digest Self-Published Book Awards. All entries were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 meaning "Outstanding." In the category of Mainstream /... - November 13, 2014 - Penny McCann Pennington
R4 Alliance Marches Forward for Veteran Advocacy with the Patriots Parade Initiative
R4 is a national alliance of organizations supporting Our Military Family joining forces to improve quality of services. R4 has over 38 member organizations who have served over 140,000. R4 is launching the Patriots Parade inspiring America to accomplish personal summits in honor of the fallen to support the living. - November 13, 2014 - R4 Alliance
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Nathan M. Jones
Nathan M. Jones, of Charlotte, North Carolina, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Literary Arts. - November 12, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Arts & Letters to Deliver $6 Million Software Giveaway to Wounded Warriors; A&L Composer Software Provides New Skills and Basis for Start Up Businesses
Arts & Letters is providing free software to Wounded Warriors. The software will provide job skills and opportunity for start up businesses for Veterans. The give away is valued at $6 million. - November 12, 2014 - Arts & Letters
Mighty Oaks Warrior Program Supporting U.S. Military and Their Families All Across the Globe
Sarah Palin keynotes MOWP 4th annual fundraiser hosted by WoodsEdge Community Church in The Woodlands, Texas. - November 11, 2014 - Mighty Oaks Warrior Program
New Book Released on Conquering the Debilitating Effects of Shock and Trauma
Two shock and trauma experts offer guidance on healing the traumatized mind and heart in a new book called, "Overcoming Shock," a November 11 release of New Horizon Press. - November 11, 2014 - The Wellness Institute
Milholland Solar & Electric Joins Industry Leaders in Growing California’s Solar Industry
Milholland Solar & Electric (DVOB), a 25 year old family owned & operated Solar Power & Electrical Contractor joins the California Solar Energy Industries Association. - November 04, 2014 - Milholland Solar & Electric
"Killing Time in Saudi Arabia" by Matthew Heines Debuts October 31, 2014
From: Matthew D. Heines-Author, Teacher, Humorist. Who: Teacher/author Matthew D. Heines (Sequim High School/Washington State University graduate) Hometown: Sequim, Washington Military Service: Paratrooper/machine gunner-82nd Airborne Division Education: Washington State University-Bachelor of... - October 31, 2014 - Matthew Heines
TAC SHIELD® Donates to Wounded Warriors
TAC SHIELD®, a manufacturer of proven tactical gear, donates a percentage of profits through the Warrior Program in support of wounded warriors through organizations such as the Wounded Warrior Project®, Hope for the Warriors and Home for our Troops. TAC SHIELD is committed to supporting... - October 30, 2014 - Military Products Inc
Free Dental Care for Our Wounded Warriors, Veterans & Their Families, from a Caring Dentist Wanting to Give Back to the Service Men & Women That Defend Our Freedom
Dr. Ben Mandel, a former VA dentist wants to help our veterans with free dental care on November 14th, 2014 at his clinic in La Mesa, CA., a suburb of San Diego. Over the last year we’ve all heard of the difficult time our veterans & warriors are having with the VA in obtaining proper Medical and Dental care. Dr. Mandel wants to help them now with the basic dental care necessary for a happy, healthy smile. - October 29, 2014 - Dr. Ben Mandel, DDS
LEAP, LLC: Inspiring Wellness, Leading by Example
Lawrence Executive Alliance Of Professionals (LEAP), CEO and President, Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence, leads the company with his personal commitment to health and wellness as an endurance athlete. - October 24, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Gulf Coast Resident Comes Out of Retirement to Help with the 2015 St. Jude Dream Home
80 year old Andy Vitali from Andy’s Iron works in Long Beach, Mississippi, retired as a true craftsman in the ironworks business. In hopes of helping raise one million dollars for the St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Andy came out of retirement to work on a special project for the 2015 Dream Home. - October 23, 2014 - Elliott Homes LLC
The National Graduate School of Quality Management Named to Victory Media’s 2015 Military Friendly® Schools List
The National Graduate School of Quality Management (NGS) is pleased to announce that it has been designated a 2015 Military Friendly® School by Victory Media, the leader in successfully connecting the military and civilian worlds. Now in its sixth year, the Military Friendly® Schools... - October 19, 2014 - The National Graduate School of Quality Management
Stonework Franchising is Now Open. Its a Platform for Military and Veterans Transition to Business Ownership.
Founded by a Veteran, for Veterans. Stonework Franchising sets the standard for Military Franchising and now provides a transition programs for active duty. They help you work toward what you want and show you the information you need to make the right calls. Franchises are famous for the catch phrase "be in business for yourself but not by yourself." They will train vets to be a business owner with no prior experience in the industry to run their system the way they intend it to be. - October 17, 2014 - STONEWORK Franchising
Memorable Milestones of Military Support
LEAP Foundation DC’s Chairman, Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence, will commemorate his 50th race by running the Baltimore Marathon on October 18th in support Catch A Lift. - October 17, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Filmmaker Darla Rae to Help World War II Veteran Tell His Story of Honor and Love in "The French American"
Filmmaker to help WWII Veteran tell his story from 70 years ago. People took his money and didn't do the job, so now they're going to do it with the help of others. - October 16, 2014 - Film It Productions
Free Cabin for Veterans and Active Military
Opossum Creek Retreat LLC. is offering free 2-day stays in all of their cabins. This offer is to veterans and active-duty service members in appreciation for their service. - October 13, 2014 - Opossum Creek Retreat LLC.
B&Bs Thank Veterans and Offer Free Stays or Discounts on 2014 Veteran’s Day for 6th Year Running
Bed and Breakfasts in US and Canada are offering free stays or discounts to Vets and Active Military for Veteran's Day. - October 09, 2014 - Professional Association of Innkeepers International
Bringing Hope to Our Nation’s Finest
Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence will run the Army 10-Miler on October 12th in support of the Hope for the Warriors foundation, benefiting wounded soldiers and their families. - October 08, 2014 - LEAP LLC
USAF Police Alumni Association Launches Virtual Museum and Memorial
On October 8, 2014, the USAF Police Alumni Association USAFPAA will officially launch. The USAFPAA will protect and preserve the history and heritage of the largest U.S. Air Force career field with an online Virtual Museum and Memorial serving as a historical account of all those who served within the Air Police, Security Police and Security Forces field and as a way to memorialize those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States of America. - October 08, 2014 - USAF Police Alumni Association inc.
Harold D. Bonds Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Harold D. Bonds of Brandon, Mississippi has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government affairs. About Harold D. Bonds Mr. Bonds has over 35 years experience in the field of government... - October 03, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Scooter Vacations Announces New Model Fantasy for Scooter Rental in Orlando with Over a 500 Lbs. Capacity
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, announces their newest luxury Orlando scooter rental model, the Fantasy, which handles over 500 lbs. weight capacity and enough battery power to last a full 12-15 hour day. It can be used by visitors staying at any area resort that has wheelchair transportation including Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resorts. It fits on monorails, boats and buses. - September 25, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
Mismanaged and Mistreated Seniors in Assisted Living Facility Enjoy Complete Turn-Around Under New Ownership and Management
Green Tree of Orlando Hosts an Open House and Facility Tour Showcasing All the Positive Changes in Place Since Inception of New Ownership and Management. - September 22, 2014 - Green Assisted Living Facilities of Florida
Company Provides Free Service to Veterans
KC Company Supports Veterans Nationwide with Free Service to Help Them Obtain VA Benefits. - September 17, 2014 - Benefit Brokers LLC
Social Media's Model is Revamped by 2bware.com's "National Focus" Platform
Designed as an issue-oriented community to address individual rights and personal freedoms, the venture integrates Christian-based ethical and moral standards with like-minded SME businesses, to focus on our nation's value structure and disquieting societal issues. - September 16, 2014 - 2BWARE Inc.
Operation: Coming Home and PulteGroup Host Key Ceremony for Marine Cpl. Nathan Jakubisin
Volunteer Project Completes Eighth Hero Home in Fuquay-Varina Neighborhood - September 14, 2014 - Operation Coming Home
Senior Expo at Fullerton YMCA in October
California Seniors Expo coming to Fullerton YMCA on October 11. Free Admission, health screenings, drug collection, Document shredding and much more. - September 12, 2014 - California Seniors Expo
Hon. Fred Foreman Retained as Special Counsel by Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Former jurist to provide guidance to Board of Directors on corporate compliance, governance and other issues. - September 10, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
First Time Producer Jean Elie Short Film MIA Receives a Standing Ovation
When the smoke cleared and the dust settled, first time producer Jean Elie’s film MIA stood up amongst amazing contenders for the best dramatic short film award and received a standing ovation. Although he didn’t receive the award for best dramatic short film, the crowd was... - September 06, 2014 - Jean Elie
Able Force Offers Immediate Employment Opportunities for Veterans to Help Veterans and Their Families
Able Force now seeks veterans and people with disabilities to apply for employment opportunities now open at multiple locations across the country. - September 06, 2014 - AbleForce, Inc.
Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental Company, Provides Veteran Air Force Staff Sergeant a Refurbished Scooter Provided by a Disney World Scooter Rental Customer
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, an Orlando Scooter Rental company, refurbishes a scooter from one of their Disney World scooter rental customers to provide it to a local Veteran. - August 29, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
First Annual Club Inhale / Exhale Fitness Disco Night to Support the Wounded Warrior Project October 10th 2014 6-9pm
First Annual Club Inhale / Exhale Fitness Disco Night to support the Wounded Warrior Project. This special charity event will be held on October 10th 2014 from 6-9pm. 100% of all proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warriors Project. - August 27, 2014 - Club Inhale Exhale
Dunedin Masonic Lodge Presents Tablet Computer to Injured Veteran
Dunedin Lodge 192 F & A.M., grateful for her sacrifice, presented a tablet computer to retired Staff Sergeant Giovanna Moreno, who honorably served two tours in Iraq, and 16 years in the U.S. Army. The tablet was presented by the Lodge Officers to Staff Sergeant Moreno in a ceremony with her... - August 26, 2014 - Dunedin 192
Winter Park Resort Military Program - Your Patriot Pass to R&R in the Rockies
Winter Park proudly salutes our military and gives overwhelming support to military service members. As a "Thank You," they are offering discount season passes and lift tickets to active and retired military and their dependents. - August 24, 2014 - Leading Points Corporation
Bookstore Giving Back to Veterans and Active Military
Talking Books Plus, a Colorado based bookstore specializing in audio books, has established a Military Discount Plan that will provide all active military personal and military veterans a 10% discount at the store. - August 23, 2014 - Talking Books Plus
Running with Honor
Decorated military physician, Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence, is preparing to run in a series of races hosted by each branch of the military in support of military charities. - August 18, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Albuquerque-Based Firm, Hicks Advisory Group, Declares August as "Social Security Awareness" Month
This August marks the 79th anniversary of the signing and passing of the Social Security Act of 1935, a monumental and historic program designed to provide steady and sustainable income for retirees. Unfortunately, far too many retirees do not understand how Social Security works, and lack of... - August 13, 2014 - Oakmont Advisory Group, LLC
Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental Company, Provides Free Repair Services to Veterans
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, an Orlando Scooter Rental company, is pleased to announce their support to the local Veteran community by providing free scooter repair services to local Disabled Vets. Scooter Vacations will donate the labor and many times can even repair any broken parts. They also can assist you over the phone with diagnosis and make arrangements for pick up and delivery to your door. - August 08, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
Scooter Vacations Announces "The Scooter Recommender" for Orlando Scooter Rental
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, announces their on-line “Scooter Recommender” to assist Orlando scooter renters in determining the best scooter to rent for their vacation to area theme parks such as Disney World, Universal Florida, Sea World or cruises from nearby Port Canaveral. Renters enter in their height, weight and transportation mode to their chosen destinations and the system will recommend the best choices for them which include body size considerations. - July 18, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
Oak Meadows Ranch is Proud to Announce Equine Therapy is Now Available
Comprehensive treatment for trauma, stress related problems, PTSD, panic, anxiety, grief and addictions, using Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). - July 11, 2014 - Blue Pearl Project
Enable America Teams with EDM Americas to Support US Military and Wounded Warriors
For the third consecutive year Enable America is helping support wounded warriors through partnership with EDM America’s 4USTroops Charity Golf Tournament, being held Monday June 30 at the Prestonwoood County Club in Cary, NC. “Service members and their families deserve our support,... - June 28, 2014 - Enable America
Triplett Records: A Star in a Polarizing Musical World
Triplett Records is branching out from rather humble means but they consistently release new music with new ideas. The company's CEO and leading artist, Leon Triplett, has been making music ever since his days fighting in Vietnam. Another one of their distinctive artists, rapper K.O.K, is a fluent storyteller of many subjects and themes. He, also, has a remarkable life story. - June 27, 2014 - Triplett Records
Senior Living Smart Offers an Online Virtual Expo for Senior Living Professionals
Senior Living SMART Online Expo featuring resources and innovation to maximize your competitive advantage. This free virtual expo will allow you to access presentations by industry experts and learn about innovative resources on your schedule. - June 24, 2014 - Senior Living SMART
RELYANT and the University of Tennessee at Knoxville IMAS Level 1 Certification Course Approved for Veteran’s Training by the VA
RELYANT and the University of Tennessee at Knoxville are pleased to announce their cooperative International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) Level 1 Certification Course has been approved for Veteran’s Training by the Veterans’ Administration (VA). While the RELYANT/UT UXO Tech 1... - June 20, 2014 - RELYANT Global
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Unveils Plans for 2014 Road to Recovery Conference
October 5-8 event in San Diego will be transformative experience for wounded veterans. - June 18, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes