Through the use of ID.me, veterans can utilize the HereNOW Help phone application to access resources to include: Hotlines, Crisis Lines, Veteran Support, and Mental Health and Education. It allows you to set personal goals, track your own progress and make journal entries. The user can choose to receive push notifications/reminders for medication, meditation, appointments and even notify you if you're near high risk areas depending on your needs.
Introduction
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, KDVA’s services, assistance, and activities are available to all without regard to race, color, or national origin. KDVA’s works continually to make sure our Kentucky Disabled Veterans receive all the benefits and services they may need.
Mission
KDVA seeks to improve the lives of our wounded and disabled veterans through Support, Education, Assistance and Legislative Advocacy. We continually search for resources and assistance throughout Kentucky and provide up to date information for available services. We seek to ensure our disabled veterans are never forgotten and never alone.
Goals
1. To provide support and current information to Kentucky disabled veterans.
2. Seek out new resources available for Kentucky Disabled Veterans.
3. Assist our disabled veterans transitioning from military service to civilian employment through local resources.
4. Provide up to date information regarding SVRs in each area of the state.
Resources
1. Director of Veterans Benefits – Stephen Buford, Email: Stephen.Buford@ky.gov
2. Director of State Programs - Millie Dee Stevens, Email: Millie.Stevens@ky.gov
3. Director of State Veterans Homes- Mark Bowman, Email: Mark.Bowman@ky.gov
4. Director of State Veterans Cemeteries – Al Duncan, Email: Alvin.Duncan@ky.gov
5. US Office of Personnel Management - OPM
6. Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act of 2015
7. VA Specially Adaptive Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans