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A veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life." That is honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.     "Author Unknown"
If you have suggestions, great web sites that you know of that I could link to this site, or a story about yourself or someone you know, or pictures; please contact me! dan@azpva.org

Web site Update

April 9, 2009

We had a couple break ins at the chapter office around thanksgiving and had almost all our computers stolen. I was unable to update the site since then. Our insurance has now been paid and the office now has new computes and software. I will be updating and improving the site from now on on a regular basis. --- webmaster

June 30, 2009

DONATIONS

Up until now we did not have a link to our recent financial files and Annual Reports, registered to the Arizona Corporations Commission. This link, under "ABOUT US" ON THE MENU TO THE LEFT, is called "Recent Financial's". It has been fixed. Some people have not donated because of the lack of this information. I apologize for taking so long to figure out how to fix the problem.

I don't care what your political views are...you must read this.  Another look at our president, unbelievable!!!! Food for thought

What is happening to the AZ Military Family Relief Fund ?

The wall that heals

First National Association for Black Veterans

2008 National Veterans Wheelchair Games

The Arizona Chapter had a strong team this year with 19 participants. We brought http://www1.va.gov/vetevent/nvwg/2008/default.cfm

You can now view the team games and other events on the web such as Rugby, Basketball, Power Soccer, Softball, Hand cycling, Bowling, Swimming, Weightlifting, Super "G", and more. Other webcasts include Opening Ceremonies and athlete interviews. Click link below. If you have trouble viewing webcast, you may need to install Adobe Flash Player version 9. Be sure to check system requirements first. Older computers may not handle this software. I found this out the hard way on my home computer. Once you install the new version, changes are made to your computer registry. It is not easy to fix. Read software FAQ's and system requirments before installing.

http://www.xable.com/sports/vawheelchairgames/main

 

Disabled Veterans and Injured Troops to Ride Horses
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Contact: Barbara Beard, volunteer
Horses Help!
2601 E. Rose Garden Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Center 602 569-6056 Cell 480-242-9490
Barbara.b@horseshelp.org

Cell Phone Secrets

River Rampage

Wheelchair Games-winning vet urges 'brothers' to get healthy

Men only disability discussion group.

Group's report misrepresents charity's work

Jan. 5, 2008 12:00 AM

Paralyzed Veterans of America, Arizona chapter, takes extreme exception to the recent report by the American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP) on veterans' organizations ("Watchdog groups fault veteran charities," Republic , Dec. 13). read full article

 

National Veterans Wheelchair Games: Arizona PVA Team pictures. Milwaukee, Wis. 6-21-07

Aaron Roux, novice receiving his Silver Medal in weightlifting, lifted 225 lbs, #065

Are you eligible for money for your bowel and bladder care?

The Arizona chapter sponsored the Pow-Wow at Window Rock of the Navajo Nation July 21st 2007.

Abilities Racing NASCAR is the FIRST arrive and drive NASCAR racecar modified for physically challenged people to experience motorsports.read more


To advance the interests of Arizona veterans through advocacy, legislation, service, and community relationships.

Above and Beyond Volume 1, Issue 2 :: August 2008
STORIES OF HOPE, SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP FOR AMERICA'S VETERANS
Three of Our Vets Throw For Gold in Beijing

In This Issue
Featured Heroes
Richard Petty
Free Name Labels
ADA Anniversary
Sports as Rehab
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OUR FEATURED HEROES
Three members of the Paralyzed Veterans of America will be ‘Going for Gold' at the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing, China in September. Carlos Leon, age 23, Scot Severn, age 40 and Scott Winkler, age 35 will all compete for Team USA in the Track and Field throwing events. All three sustained life-altering injuries while serving our country and are proud to be competing for the USA!
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Richard PettyPETTY SUPPORTS VETS
NASCAR's Richard ‘The King' Petty — a longstanding friend and supporter of the Paralyzed Veterans of America — joined in the fun and excitement of the National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Omaha, Nebraska last month. ‘The King' also spent hours happily posing for photos with athletes, their families and fans alike. See photos »

Free Address LabelsFREE ADDRESS LABELS
Designed by the Paralyzed Veterans as a service to our friends and supporters, our high quality, personalized address labels have been used by patriotic Americans on their mail for decades. Why not order a set of these fun, monogrammed ‘mailbox' labels for yourself today? We'll create them for you absolutely FREE and send them to you in the mail. Thank you for helping America's veterans get the support and services they need. Order labels »

Urge the Senate to pass S.1881ADA ANNIVERSARY
July 26th marked the 18th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Our nation has, indeed, made great strides in the past 18 years, but we still have a long way to go to! That's why the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the ADA Amendments Act just one month earlier, in hopes that the “last shameful wall of exclusion” will, in fact come tumbling down. We must all urge the Senate to pass S.1881, the Senate bill, quickly as well. Learn more »

The 28th Annual National Veterans Wheelchair GamesSPORTS AS REHAB
In July, the 28th Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games were a huge success in Omaha, NE. Next month, 3 of our members will represent Team USA in the Paralympic Games in Beijing, China. But year-round, our goal is to improve the quality of life for disabled veterans and other Americans with disabilities by expanding opportunities in sports and recreation for especially through activities that enhance lifetime health and fitness.

Learn more » ... or Watch video »

CONTACT INFORMATION
Paralyzed Veterans of America
801 18th Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006
Phone: 202.872.1300
Toll Free: 800.424.8200

Email: newsletter@pva.org

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Above & Beyond, the official online newsletter of the Paralyzed Veterans is published 6-8 times per year to share news and useful information with our supporters and members. You received this newsletter at dan@azpva.org through our website opt in or as part of an online or offline donation to our organization.

ABOUT PARALYZED VETERANS
Accredited by the Better Business BureauParalyzed Veterans works to maximize the quality of life for our members and all people with spinal cord injury/dysfunction (SCI/D). We are a leading advocate for health care, SCI/D research and education, veterans' benefits and rights, accessibility and the removal of architectural barriers, sports programs, and disability rights.

We are the only Congressionally chartered veterans organization dedicated solely to serving the needs of SCI/SCD veterans.


Paralyzed Veterans of America: Spinal Cord Diseases


The National MS Society is committed to building a movement by and for people with MS that will move us closer to a world free of this disease.

Paralyzed Veterans of America: Resources - Multiple Sclerosis

Paralyzed Veterans of America: PVA Publications
As part of our mission, Paralyzed Veterans produces a wide range of publications. Presented here is a complete list of all the materials we offer to the public either ...

Disability Rights/Advocacy

Core to PVA's mission is helping veterans and all people with spinal cord injury and disease (SCI/D) enjoy the high quality of life they deserve.

Through Paralyzed Veterans of America's Advocacy Program, Paralyzed Veterans offers up-to-date disability rights information and resources on this web site. Paralyzed Veterans further advocates for people living with SCI/D through speaking out on Capitol Hill and by working with federal agencies such as the Department of Justice to see that nondiscrimination laws are implemented and enforced.


NATIONAL NEWS STORY NOT BEING COVERED REGARDING VA MEDICAL AND BENEFITS RIGHTS – NEED YOUR ASSISTANCE

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Small Business Loans

New SBA lending program geared to veterans


You will need Adobe Reader to view the following files. You may download the software by clicking on the link below.

 

PDF FileEffective August 25, 2004, Laws 2004, Chapter 306, extends the vehicle license tax (VLT) and registration fee exemptions currently provided to 100% disabled veterans, pursuant to A.R.S. § 28-5802, to include the surviving spouse until the spouse's remarriage or death. Click here for details.

PDF FileVA Benefits 2006 Manual

PDF FileArizona State Veterans Benefits Guide

PDF FilePersonal Information Packet

Document Type: PDFHandbook 1176.1 Spinal Cord Injury and Disorders System of Care Procedures
Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injuries, Patient Care Management, Spinal Cord Diseases
www1.va.gov/vhapublications/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=1255 - 525k

 

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