Veterans Resources

Resources we think may be of interest to Veterans:

Code of Vets – Taking Care of Our Own… One Veteran at a Time

Providing immediate intervention for Veterans in crisis, at-risk and/or in need, Code of Vets is a grassroots organization bringing awareness and ​seeking practical solutions to the daily struggles and issues of our Nation’s Veteran community.

“Our mission is to take care of our own. One veteran at a time.”

For more information, or to learn how you can help, please visit their website: https://www.codeofvets.com/


Lukes’s Wings – Flying Military and Police Families and Lifting Spirits

Since 2008, Luke’s Wings has provided emergency travel planning services and airplane tickets for the families and loved ones of wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and fallen officers, during hospital recovery and rehabilitation.

Their programs include:

  • Wounded Warrior Transportation Assistance Program (W.W.T.A.P.)
  • Major Illnesses Transportation Assistance Program (M.I.T.A.P.)
  • Veterans in Hospice Transportation Assistance Program (H.T.A.P.)
  • Special Operations Transportation Assistance Program (S.O.T.A.P.)
  • Fallen Officer’s Transportation Assistance Program (F.O.T.A.P.)

For more information or to find out how you can help please visit their website: https://lukeswings.org/


For Our Veterans

Resource links. Thank you, Adam.

Hi,
 
When Veterans Day rolled around this year [2020], I couldn’t help but think about the toll the last several months have probably taken on our nation’s heroes. I thought a very small gesture to show my appreciation for all of the sacrifices these men and women have made would be to reach out to sites like yours with a mission to support vets and offer some additional resources you may wish to add to ridgesystemstn.com:
 
Resources for Student Veterans During COVID-19
 
SNAP Benefits
 
VA Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans
 
Current VA Loan Rates Available Locally
 
Top 60 Veteran & Military-Friendly Employers
 
College Resources for Veterans and Their Families
 
Top 10 Work from Home Jobs for Military Spouses & Veterans with Disability
 
Five Ways to Cope with PTSD
 
Trusted Military and Veteran Service Organizations
 
Highly-Rated Nonprofits Dedicated to Veterans and Military Service Members

I hope you can find some way to use it!
Thanks so much for your time!
 
Thanks,
Adam
Adam Evans, info@citebrain.com


Most Popular Free VetResources of 2019

From US Department of Veterans Affairs, information about the following:
Looks like something for everyone – active duty, Veterans, service-disabled Veterans, and their family members.

Details are here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVA/bulletins/27637cf

Free Concert, Sports Tickets from VET TIX | National Park Passes | The Veterans Health ID Card for Base Access | The VA Welcome Kit | Space A Flights | Free Flu Shots at Walgreens | Free Sports Gear for Military/Veteran Kids | Free VA Recipes and Cookbooks | Free Video Games for Veterans | Free LinkedIn Premium Account | Free Local Events for Veterans with Team Red, White and Blue’s App | Exclusive Veteran Access to ShopVCS.com | Amtrak Veteran Discounts | Free Digital Shadowboxes and Premium Membership from TogetherWeServed.com | Network and ask Questions on RallyPoint.com | Borne The Battle Podcast: Military Films

Sign up for email or text updates from the VA by going here:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVA/subscriber/new?preferences=true#tab1


Break time: a little humor from Rally Point’s blog…

What is your funniest salute story?

…and a story about a Mom making a difference.

VA mom helping women Veterans… inspired by her Navy daughter. “I want ‘top-notch’ care for my daughter”


Choose VA

Sign up for the latest news, information and resource listings from the Veterans Administration. VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors.

https://www.va.gov/VetResources/

Examples of recent news includes information about the National Resource Directory, Online Health Library available to Veterans, the VA MISSION Act, Scuba Certification, and more. An information-filled newsletter worth your consideration.


Marine For Life Network

Marine For Life Network (M4L) connects transitioning Marines and their family members to education resources, employment opportunities, and other Veterans services that aid in their career and life goals outside of military service.

Resources include:

  • Education
  • Employment
  • Veteran & Community
  • LinkedIn
  • Networking/Transition
  • and Resume Writing.

Veteran’s Guide to Saving on Housing Costs

This article from Reviews.com  explains the process, gives advice, and includes helpful information for your consideration if you are a Veteran or family member researching the benefits of a VA Loan or other home-ownership costs such as homeowners insurance, home warranties, and home security. Also included is a list of housing-related (home improvement, housewares, and moving & storage) military and Veteran discounts.


Operation Restored Warrior – “Veteran Warriors Finding Healing and Freedom”

From their website:

“We help Veteran Warriors overcome the negative effects of combat.

ORW’s events are hosted in beautiful and engaging venues in Colorado and Lake Tahoe, California, and include activities like fly fishing, trap shooting, hiking and other outdoor activities.”

Please click HERE for more information.


OPPS 4 VETS – Opportunities for Veterans – “Handshakes, NOT Handouts”

Companies are actively seeking Veteran owned businesses and skilled Veterans for potential employment. We will use your information to match you with opportunity.
https://opps4vets.com/


Veterans Business Network

For Veteran-Owned Businesses and Veteran Service Organizations.

Sign in or sign up HERE.


ID.me for Military and Veterans

Troop ID, powered by ID.me, allows you to easily prove that you are a member of the military community. It serves the same purpose as a physical military or veteran card that you might carry in your wallet – but for the internet.

Shop HERE.


Lowes Military & Veteran Discount

Lowe’s is proud to offer 10% off eligible purchases every day to active military personnel and Veterans. (We’ve tried it. We LIKE it! Thank you, Lowes!)

Sign in page HERE.

Read the details here:
Military Discount Policy


2018 Military Discounts Offered by Stores, Services and Online Sites

The link below comes from one of our technicians:

“I just discovered that Lowe’s has a 10% discount program for active duty military and Veterans… so I tried it out on a zero turn lawnmower. By golly, they did it.”

From Military Benefits.info, an extensive listing of 2018 year-round discounts offered to active duty military, retired military, and Veterans. Some of the discounts listed also apply to law enforcement and teachers. Check out the offers HERE!