Advocacy for our Veterans
This program seeks to assist homebound veterans with obtaining access to the aide and attendant pension. This little-known pension benefit can support veterans or their surviving spouse with needed homes term homecare support.
Program Statistics
There are more than 18 million veterans, per the 2017 American Community Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau. About half of those veterans are enrolled in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs health care program. (National Academy of Sciences)
Program Goals
The Veteran Advocacy program wants to improve access to veteran programs that are in dire need for vets. We want to be a supporting voice in the veteran community.
Program Objectives
- Increase awareness of vet programs
- Assist in getting veterans the help they deserve
Future
Veteran advocacy will continue their commitment to support by attending yearly events throughout the Philadelphia region.
