Swords to Plowshares Comment on VA Claims and Appeals Modernization
We focus on three key issues: timely processing with clear benchmarks; procedural rights for character of discharge appeals; and rule clarification for legal advocates.
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Integrated Care: How the VA is Improving Mental Health for Veterans
- Guest Author
- Blog
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
Mike Lodge, senior counsel at Chevron, was recognized for his outstanding volunteer legal work with veterans in Swords to Plowshares’ Veterans Pro Bono Program.
Swords to Plowshares’ Comment to Support Transgender Veterans
- Paula Satariano
- Blog, Policy Updates
The VA should provide comprehensive healthcare to LGBTQ+ veterans to include transition-related care to transgender veterans.
Home Depot Foundation Supports the Fairfax
The Home Depot Foundation awarded Swords to Plowshares $155,240 to build out community space at the Fairfax for formerly chronically homeless veterans.
Comcast Expands Broadband Program to Low-Income Veterans
- Kevin C. Miller
- Blog
Comcast is expanding its Internet Essentials program to low-income veterans to access broadband internet for $9.95 a month plus tax.
Staff Spotlight: Grant Hower
- Kevin C. Miller
- Blog, Spotlight, Supportive Services
Grant Hower brings his experience from the military and transition to civilian life to serve his fellow veterans. He exemplifies our “vets helping vets” model.
Pro Bono Spotlight: Lenard Weiss of Manatt
Lenard Weiss, a partner at Manatt, has advocated on behalf of 11 veterans since 2013 as a pro bono attorney in Swords’ Pro Bono Program.
Award-Winning Radio Feature on Bay Area Homeless Veterans
Ashley Tsao took 2nd place at the Hearst National Radio Championship for her feature on Bay Area veteran homelessness and Swords to Plowshares housing services.
Swords to Plowshares Launches Employment Partnership with Facebook
- Kevin C. Miller
- Blog, Job Training
Swords to Plowshares announces a new employment partnership with Facebook. Veterans in the Bay Area have the opportunity to explore careers in the tech sector.