Our housing workshops run between Tuesday, July 6th, and Friday, 7/16. Register today.
PTSD Resources for Veterans this July 4th
For veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the loud explosive sounds of July 4th fireworks can trigger serious mental health consequences. Fireworks can also disturb service animals veterans depend on to manage their stress.
Please be thoughtful of the combat veterans in your community this weekend. Do not participate in illegal firework displays and report your neighbors who do.
If you are a veteran struggling with PTSD during the July 4th holiday, you can find mental health resources here.
Join the Veteran-Owned Business Map
The City is reopening and New Yorkers are ready to support local businesses! Make sure they know how to find yours!
DVS is launching an online interactive map that will help New Yorkers find Veteran-Owned Businesses in their community. Veterans business owners can add their information to the upcoming VOB map here.
Rebuilding Together NYC (RT NYC) provides accessibility modifications for disabled veterans, so they can stay in their homes. Modifications include wheelchair ramps and lifts, stair glides, handrails, grab bars, and ADA-compliant bathrooms. Receive an application by emailing intake@rebuildnyc.org with "Veteran Interest" in the subject line.
Take the NYC Veterans and Military Community Survey
Are you a member of NYC's veteran community? If so, take the NYC Veteran and Military Community Survey today! DVS will use your responses to shape programs and policies designed to improve the lives of veterans, military spouses, caregivers, and active duty service members across the five boroughs. Take the survey here!
Feeding Veterans in Need
DVS partnered with GetFoodNYC to help deliver food to homebound veterans. We're also working to distribute HelloFresh meals to veteran families. Request food or learn how to volunteer to prepare meal kits by submitting your information to VetConnectNYC.
Helping File VA Claims
Many veterans living in NYC are eligible for, but do not receive, their Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. That's why DVS is representing veterans and their families in claims for benefits. To schedule an online appointment with a member of our VA Claims Team, please submit your information to VetConnectNYC.
Ending Veteran Homelessness in NYC
Over the past five years, our housing team has moved over 1,000 veterans from shelters and into permanent housing. Learn more about DVS's efforts to end veteran homelessness in NYC here.
How DVS Responded to the Pandemic
Making supportive calls. Distributing face masks. Preparing meal kits. Housing the homeless. Processing VA benefit claims. Watch this video to learn how DVS responded to the COVID-19 pandemic.
SITREP NYC: NYC's Official Veteran Podcast
Listen to SITREP NYC, NYC's official veteran-focused podcast, to hear stories from veterans who are often ignored and underserved. Hear the complete season here or see below for a list of episodes:
DVS updated its website to help EVERY veteran find the services that are right for them. Whether you're a student, transitioning, woman, LGBT, or a senior veteran - nyc.gov/vets has what you need.
