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Military and Veteran Resources

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Online Resource

Reviewed Date

Sep 25, 2025

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This page offers a collection of trusted resources for veterans who have been wounded during their service. These organizations provide a wide range of support, including medical research, financial assistance, adaptive sports programs, and tools to help veterans and their families transition to civilian life. Whether recovering from physical injuries, managing long-term health needs, or seeking community support, these services are designed to honor and assist those who have served.
 
The resources listed here include national and state-level programs, nonprofit organizations, and government initiatives. Each one is committed to improving the quality of life for veterans through advocacy, education, and direct support. From healthcare benefits to performance optimization and informed consent in medical research, these programs aim to meet the diverse needs of the veteran community.
 

Military and Veteran Organizations

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Disabled American Veterans (DAV) 
DAV is dedicated to a single purpose: empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. We accomplish this by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them; fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill; and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life.
Phone: 877. I AM A VET  (877.426.2838)

Human Performance Resource Center (HPRC)
Human Performance Resources by CHAMP (HPRC) is a team of scientists, specialists, and support staff who translate research into evidence-based resources to help Warfighters and their families achieve total fitness and optimize performance, whether at home, in the office, or in theater. The HPRC team's work is showcased on this website, where you can find articles and other resources to help you optimize your performance in all domains of your life as a Military Service Member.
Phone: No phone number listed

IL National Guard IMFRF - Military Family Relief Fund
The Illinois Military Family Relief Fund (IMFRF) provides monetary grants to families of Illinois National Guard members and Illinois residents serving in the U.S. Armed Forces Reserve components who were called to active duty during an emergency declared by  President Obama of the United States,  or Congress effective July 3, 2014. 
Phone: 800.832.9225

Joint HHS-DoD-VA initiative for Medical Research
Through an interagency partnership, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announce a multi-component research project focusing on nondrug approaches for pain management addressing the needs of service members and veterans. 
Phone: 301.496.7790

Paralyzed Veterans of America
Working for research, resources and legislation for all veterans.
Phone: 866.734.0857

The Semper Fi Fund
provides relief for financial needs that arise during hospitalization and recovery as well as assistance for those with perpetuating needs. Our program provides support in a variety of ways including Service Member and Family Support, Specialized & Adaptive Equipment, Adaptive Housing, Adaptive Transportation, Education and Career Transition Assistance, PTS and TBI Support, Team Semper Fi, and America’s Fund. 
Phone: 760.725.3680

US Dept of Veterans Affairs – VA Adaptive Sports Grant Program
The Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Veterans with disabilities and Members of the Armed Forces (ASG Program) provides grant funding to organizations to increase and expand the quantity and quality of adaptive sport activities that Veterans and Servicemembers with disabilities have to participate in physical activity including those for mental health issues within their home communities, as well as more advanced Paralympic and adaptive sport programs at the regional and national levels.

VA Healthcare Benefits
Each veteran receives different package benefits, visit this for more information on what is covered, or call or contact the enrollment coordinator at your local VA medical facility.
Phone: 877.222.VETS (8387) 

Wounded Warrior Project
Helping soldiers adapt to their home life and achieve their goals for living while honoring their service.
Phone: 877.832.6997

Military and Veteran Employment Resources

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Silent Professionals - Private Security Job Market
Helping link veterans to viable security jobs in the public and private sectors, including high profile private guardian and crisis aversion positions. Jobs are located all over the world.
No phone number listed

Veterans Employment
Helping veterans make the transition to corporate employment positions.
Phone: 760.445.3889

 

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