Category Archives: Resources

VA mobile applications (apps) provide self-help, education and support. They also have treatment companion apps, for use with a health care provider, to make treatment easier. There are apps for iOS and Android devices.
PTSD is a serious mental health condition that often needs professional evaluation and treatment. These apps are not intended to replace needed [...]

The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text.
Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours [...]

Arizona StandDown for homeless veterans will take place March 8-10 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum. This is one month later than usual. Many residents volunteer their time and many organizations contribute to this worthwhile endeavor. It takes many volunteers and their time to help these veterans.
For the last two years, Phoenix had the largest program [...]

In the last Retired Military Newsletter, they mentioned discounts veterans are due for cell phone service. They explained it was a requirement included in the Federal Telecommunications Act 1996 Discount to Federal Employees Past and Present. They listed the companies and phone numbers:
Cingular (19% discount) 800-319-6393
T-Mobile (22% discount) 866-646-4688
Sprint (15% discount) 888-788-4727
Nextel (18% discount) 800-639-6111
Verizon [...]

The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program and the Military/Veteran Employment Resource Center in conjunction with the Arizona Coalition for Military Families presents
“Boots to Badges” Career Fair
Plus a special presentation on oral boards and testing by the Glendale PD, DHS/ICE, and the Pinal Country Sheriff’s Department.
August 17, 2012, 0900 – 1500 at the Embassy Suites Phoenix-Scottsdale, 4415 E. Paradise [...]

As part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) ongoing effort to successfully implement the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011, we would like to share our outreach materials with you.  VA is conducting extensive outreach to a wide audience of stakeholders, including Veterans and employers, about the VOW to [...]

The following list (not comprehensive) covers some discounts offered to those 50 and over.
RESTAURANTS:
Applebee’s: 15% off with Golden Apple Card (60+)
Arby’s: 10% off (55+)
Ben & Jerry’s: 10% off (60+)
Bennigan’s: discount varies by location (60+)

Bob’s Big Boy: discount varies by location (60+)
Boston Market: 10% off (65+)
Burger King: 10% off (60+)
Chick-Fil-A: 10% off or free small drink [...]

Veteran Tickets Foundation’s website, Vettix.org, is available for active duty and veterans to obtain free tickets or discounts on activities throughout the nation. This great group started in Arizona a few years ago by veterans.
After you sign up by submitting a DD214, you only have to pay the postage for many venues. This includes baseball [...]

Western Regional Office
3333 North Central Ave, Suite 3026
Phoenix, AZ 85012-2402
Phone: (800) 827-1000
Southern VA Healthcare System
(SAVAHCS)
3601 S. 6th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85723
Phone: (520) 792-1450/ (800) 470-8262
Tucson Vet Center
3055 N. First Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 882-0333
VA Regional Loan Center
3333 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85012-2402
Phone: (800) 827-1000
Muskogee Education Regional Processing Office
125 South Main Street
Muskogee, OK 74401
Phone: (888) 442-4551
St Paul [...]