While physical health is important in the military and the civilian world, mental health is another aspect of your health that is crucial for your well-being both during and after your service in the military. Challenges and issues you face...
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One of the most important parts of any job application is your resume. A civilian resume is simply a summary of your work background and experience. The resume is typically the first information a potential employer will learn about you....
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Transitioning back into civilian life can be an exciting time in your life, but it also requires preparation to ensure a smooth and successful transition. At Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard, we’ve put together some tips on preparing for your...
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Change isn’t an easy task. Likewise, the transition from the military may not be easy, but with the right tools to prepare for the transition, you can make it easier and less stressful. At Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard, we’ve...
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Having access to mental health services is crucial for everyone. Studies have shown that veterans struggle with mental health more than other parts of the population. In regard to suicide rates, they are 1.5 times higher among veterans than among...
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Why hire a veteran, you ask? Below are some benefits that employers receive for adding a well-deserving veteran to their staff. Veterans are trained leaders and have a great work ethic. Veterans have learned to work side by side with...
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Preparing your taxes can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! AARP is now offering the Tax-Aide program to assist military members and others in filing their state and federal tax returns. This is a free program...
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Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard has been awarded a Three-Year Term of Accreditation by The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, or CARF. Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard has been awarded their first Three-Year Term of Accreditation by CARF. Commission...
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Many animals, including pigs, horses, monkeys, and even birds, can be trained to perform tasks that aid people with disabilities, with the most common service animal being the dog. Dogs can be trained to perform various tasks to help those...
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Honoring Vietnam War Veterans March 29th is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. On March 29, 1973, the last combat troops were withdrawn from Vietnam and the last prisoners of war held in North Vietnam arrived on American soil. Over 58,000...
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Veterans Place is Now Safer, Thanks to the City of Pittsburgh At the beginning of February 2021, the City of Pittsburgh demolished these long-vacant and abandoned properties next door to Veterans Place and will be transferring ownership of the now...
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The year 2020 will go down in history as an extremely difficult and uncertain time for the entire world. As COVID-19 spread, Veterans Place remained determined to continue providing veterans with life-sustaining services in a safe environment. It was challenging...
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