Women veterans have unique and varied needs when it comes to care and support. While they face many of the same challenges as their male counterparts, there can be additional obstacles due to gender. As such, it is important to understand the particular needs of women veterans in order to appropriately provide them with the […]
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Duty to Nation: The Courage of Female Warriors
The sacrifice and bravery of Women Veterans honor the United States of America. These selfless women deserve recognition for their service, yet many people never realize the impact that women have had on military history. During World War II, women worked as Nurses, WACs, WAVES, and WACS; but they were not permitted to take part […]
Read MoreWomen Veterans: A Guide To Resources And Services
Women have been serving in the United States military since the Revolutionary War. However, it was not until 1993 that women were officially allowed to serve in combat roles. Women have made incredible contributions to our armed forces, and continue to do so today. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, there are over 2 […]
Read MoreWomen Veterans Of Foreign Wars
Women Veterans of Foreign Wars or WVAF are receiving care that may not be available to them in their home country. There are certain benefits and services available for women veterans that they don’t normally get. This is one of the issues women veterans face when returning from war. They have to settle in a […]
Read MoreChallenges In The Veteran Transition Phase
A veteran returning to civilian life faces many challenges. It is a routine life in the military or any discipline of the armed forces. The veterans adjust to a lifestyle in the army that is a mile apart from civilian life. While civilians may not realize the challenges that military services have to go through […]
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