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By: Veteran Support Partners
Give Back By Supporting Veteran Charities
Military members sacrifice their lives enlisting for service and the best way to honor these brave military members is showing your appreciation through volunteering.
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VA Instrumental In New National Brain Research Initiative
The VA has always been instrumental in supporting research for traumatic brain injuries, and is planning on launching a new initiative.
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Did You Know These Celebrities Served For The Armed Forces
Some celebrities are best known from box office hit movies, but some have a unique skillset from serving in the armed forces that deserve to be recognized for their military service.
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3 Banks Where Vets Can Get A Free Checking Account
Veterans and service-members often face specific financial challenges. Having a reliable checking account is the basis to much of your finances.
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BattleField Flicks: 1917 Movie Review
Sam Mendes’ 2019 film 1917 is a thorough and artistic World War I film that serves as a sorrow reminder of the brutality of an often forgotten war among film.
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BattleField Flicks: Movie Review For Greyhound
A film review of Aaron Schneider’s 2020 film Greyhound, which follows the journey of World War 2 submarine commander Ernest Krause (Tom Hanks).
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Battlefield Flicks: Movie Review For Unbroken
A film review for Angelina Jolie's 2014 World War 2 film Unbroken, which focuses on Louie Zamperini's days lost at sea and as a prisoner of war.
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How You Can Help Homeless Veterans Today
Here are five ways you can help homeless veterans
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Easy Recipe For A Fall-Themed Mimosa
The mimosa is a refreshing cocktail for any occasion but as fall rolls around we give a festive twist to the classic cocktail recipe with some apple cider, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
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Fall in Flagstaff, Arizona
The city of Flagstaff in Northern Arizona differs drastically from much of the rest of the state, and is an amazing destination to enjoy the fall weather.
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Best College Resources For Military Families
Here are some of the information you’ll need when looking for great military scholarships to help you or your child pay for their college education with the requirements for each scholarship due date and when to apply for each of them.
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Congress Passes Veteran Service-Dog Bill
The Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers for Veterans Therapy Act (or PAWS act) is one step closer to bringing service-dog treatment to veterans.
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Minnesota Veteran Honored With Prestigious Award
Mike McElhiney, Chief of Staff of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affair, has been awarded with the DAV award for his commitment to veteran concerns.
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Native American Vets Honored In Wyoming
In Fort Washakie, WY, a historic memorial dedicated to Native American veterans who have lost their lives was recently unveiled.
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Common Misconceptions About The U.S. Military
With over 20 million veterans and over a million active members, the US military makes up a small percentage of the over 330 million citizens living in America. This difference and the perception of military life have led many to develop common misconceptions about the US military. Let’s discuss some of these common misconceptions and debunk them once and for all.
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VA Compensating Veterans Who Were Exposed to Burn Pits
After a long struggle to receive benefits as a result of exposure to burn pits, the VA has announced that veterans exposed are now entitled to benefits.
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Five Tips to Understanding a Veteran With PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is an anxiety disorder most common among veterans who have experienced first-hand action during their military service. While many people experience PTSD, an overwhelming number of veterans have PTSD from their time in the military. If you know a veteran with PTSD, you may find that engaging with them is more difficult than normal, and this is partly because of their anxiety disorder.
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Resources For Veterans Struggling With Mental Health Issues
PTSD appears to be one of the most prevalent mental health issues among veterans. However, there are also several other challenges they face that may be even more crippling than physical injuries.
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Five Things You Need to Know About Retirement Plans
Retirement planning is a continuous process that keeps evolving; this is because you need to adjust your savings according to the future inflation rate. To have a comfortable and financially secure retirement you need to have a plan. In this blog post, we have shared five things you need to know before retirement planning. So, keep reading to learn more!
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How to Motivate Yourself to Workout
You know exercise is good for you but doing it regularly is another thing. Most people join the gym at the start of the new year but give up on working out after 3 months. This causes a lack of activity for the muscles, and they start to look saggy. If you are looking for some motivation to go to the gym, you are at the right place. In this blog post, we will share tips to motivate yourself to work out, whether it’s going to the gym or doing it at home.
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Pros and Cons to Joining the Military
The United States military is a large and complex organization. Joining the military has its pros and cons. Still, the question that everyone asks themselves is, “Should I join the US military?” The answer to this question depends on different factors, such as your age, your lifegoals, and your previous enlistment in the US Armed Forces. In this blog post, we will explore these pros and cons to help you make an informed decision about joining the military.
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