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Iowa Paralyzed Veterans of America
Advocates for and monitors the delivery of high quality and appropriate healthcare benefits and services. Assists in identifying and securing veterans benefits and other benefits for spinal cord injured and diseased veterans and others as appropriate. Promotes medical research to cure spinal cord dysfunction and other related problems. Educates society on the attitudinal, physical and legal barriers which confront persons with disabilities and influences the removal of those barriers. Provides information to and opportunities for health promotion, recreation, employment, sports, services and camaraderie for spinal cord injured and diseased veterans and others as appropriate. Provides for cooperation with and seek the support of other groups and individuals who share PVA's objectives. NATIONAL OFFICE: Paralyzed Veterans of America - National Office 1875 Eye Street NW, Suite 1100, Washington, D.C. 20006.
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Blue Star Families
Committed to strengthening military families by connecting them with their neighbors, both individuals and organizations, to create vibrant communities of mutual support.
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At Ease USA
Provides access to confidential trauma treatment, connecting clients with licensed mental health therapists to address conditions such as post-traumatic stress, moral injury, and thoughts of suicide.
Services are offered to active duty, veterans, and their loved ones regardless of a client’s ability to pay or military discharge status. Therapists are available both in person and via telehealth.
Offers virtual peer support groups for spouses and caregivers, along with wellness programming such as trauma-informed yoga and self-defense classes, primarily in Omaha and Lincoln.
Offers peer support services primarily with justice-involved veterans.
Quarterly financial literacy classes are offered virtually and in person.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars - State Headquarters (VFW)
Provides information and support to Veterans throughout Iowa.
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Veterans Path to Hope - Crystal Lake
Offers comprehensive support to veterans, military personnel, and their families to address challenges related to deployments, reintegration, and accessing needed supports. The program is staffed by certified veteran peer support specialists and therapists who provide peer-to-peer mentoring, group support, and therapeutic counseling
Assistance is available to help veterans understand and access the full range of services they are entitled to. Peer support specialists will provide support to connect with needed services as well as support in overcoming barriers.
Veterans and their family members are encouraged to drop in or call with any concern; if the agency cannot directly assist, it is part of a network that can provide additional resources. Programs include weekly support groups for Vietnam veterans led by Vet Center therapist; Wednesday evening gathering veterans focused on food and camaraderie. Additional support meetings are initiated as needs arise.
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Five and Thrive
Provides peer-support programming for military and veteran families as they move from active-duty life, transition to civilian life, and put down roots after military life. All programs are free to participants and are continuously evaluated and updated based on participant feedback to ensure they meet the needs of those they aim to serve.
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Vet Center - Des Moines
Provides support groups to veterans and their families (PTSD and other topics).
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Lightbridge Life
Connects and supports Nebraska's military community through a mobile app. Provides resources, events, and news, along with opportunities for support and connection.
