Swords to Plowshares

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Swords to Plowshares Comment on VA Claims and Appeals Modernization

October 9, 2018

We focus on three key issues: timely processing with clear benchmarks; procedural rights for character of discharge appeals; and rule clarification for legal advocates.

Integrated Care: How the VA is Improving Mental Health for Veterans

September 26, 2018

Coordinating Mental Health, Specialty, and Primary Care, and Community Services to Address the Complex Needs of Veterans

Mike Lodge Named Bill Brockett Pro Bono Attorney of the Year

September 25, 2018

Mike Lodge, senior counsel at Chevron, was recognized for his outstanding volunteer legal work with veterans in Swords to Plowshares’ Veterans Pro Bono Program.

Events

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Nov 14

PLI Training: Advocating for Veterans – The Basics

Nov 14, 2018 9:00 am

Online and In-Person (San Francisco)

Advocating for Veterans: The Basics on VA Benefits, Discharge Upgrades and Veteran Cultural Competency is updated training for advocates representing veterans.

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Thu

Nov 8

22nd Annual Veterans Day Dinner

Nov 8, 2018 5:30 pm

The Palace Hotel

We celebrate veterans who represent Profiles of Courage, our Pro Bono partner of the year, and another successful year in delivering vital services.

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Thu

Sep 13

East Bay Stand Down

Sep 13, 2018 9:00 am

Alameda County Fairground, Pleasanton, CA

The East Bay Stand Down is a gathering of community organizations to connect homeless and at-risk veterans with services, September 13 – 16, 2018 in Pleasanton.

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