DAV Department of Puerto Rico

El Día Nacional del Espíritu del 45 rinde homenaje a una generación que enfrentó desafíos increíbles con resiliencia y espíritu inquebrantable en un momento en que el país lo necesitaba para soportar la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Celebremos su legado y sacrificio con patriotismo y unidad.

Today marks two years since the passing of the historic Honoring our PACT Act, which opened a crucial door for millions of toxic exposed veterans. Last week the Dept. of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough addressed DAV members during our National Convention. During this address, he updated us on the current numbers surrounding PACT Act claims at the VA. Since its passing, more than 1 million veterans have submitted PACT Act claims, however there are nearly 6 million veterans who are eligible for PACT Act benefits. If you have not submitted a claim, please contact a DAV Service Office at benefitsquestions.org for free assistance.

California native Daniel Contreras was unanimously elected national commander of the more than 1 million-member DAV (Disabled American Veterans) in Phoenix at the organization’s 102nd national convention: http://dav.la/3v8

“We need, as DAV has done for more than 100 years, to make extending our services and engaging veterans and family members part of our daily lives,” Contreras told the audience of over 2,000 DAV members and supporters. “I look forward to working with all of you and thank you for your help making our mission accessible to our fellow veterans and their families."

On this , we pay tribute to the courageous individuals who’ve been wounded or made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation. Their bravery reminds us of the price of freedom. Please take a moment today to reflect on their resilience and valor and offer your gratitude for their service.

🇵🇷 Proudly representing Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷We are thrilled to share photos of our dedicated delegates from Puerto Rico attending the DAV National Convention. They are here to advocate for our veterans and to ensure we stay informed about the latest benefits and programs available to support our community.Together, we are stronger. Together, we make a difference for our veterans in Puerto Rico.

🇵🇷 ¡Orgullosamente representando a Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷Nos complace compartir fotos de nuestros dedicados delegados de Puerto Rico en la Convención Nacional de DAV. Están aquí para abogar por nuestros veteranos y para asegurarse de que estemos informados sobre los últimos beneficios y programas disponibles para apoyar a nuestra comunidad.Juntos, somos más fuertes. Juntos, hacemos la diferencia para nuestros veteranos en Puerto Rico.

Have you had a chance to read the July/August 2024 issue of DAV Magazine? In this issue:

• Lethal means gun safety
• Former POW finds strength and peace
• Civil rights anniversary
• National Commander Espinosa reflects on her term
• 104 year old WWII veteran receives benefits
• 2024 Winter Sports Clinic recap
• Marine veteran finds success at a DAV job fair
• Disabled American Veteran of the Year
• Exploring VA’s immersive technology
• Win a trip to Vegas with DAV Recruiter Rally

Click here to read the online edition: http://dav.la/3qi.

Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness June 27 is PTSD Awareness Day.

Hoy, DAV reconoce el Día Nacional de Concientización sobre el PTSD. El trastorno de estrés postraumático afecta a millones de veteranos de todas las épocas. Al aprender más sobre el PTSD, podemos comprender mejor los síntomas y la realidad que enfrenta nuestra comunidad. A principios de este año, el Departamento de Asuntos de Veteranos anunció fondos para estudiar nuevas terapias con M**A y psilocibina para tratar el trastorno de estrés postraumático y la depresión, respectivamente. Conozca cómo DAV ayudó a luchar por estos nuevos tratamientos aquí: http://dav.la/3lo.

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Sentinel Honors The Unknowns With Final Walk Before Retirement Maj. Gen. William Zana served in the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) as an enlisted Soldier early in his career. He earned his Tomb Badge when he w...

Join DAV's Recruiter Rally for a chance to win a trip for two to Las Vegas! Attend the 2025 DAV and Auxiliary National Convention with a hotel room and $2,500 in spending money. Simply recruit one new paid member before June 30, 2025 and you’re in the contest. One entry per person. We’ll choose the winner during a live drawing at DAV National Headquarters after July 1, 2025.

Access tips, tricks, and relevant information at dav.org/rally to enhance your recruitment efforts. Don't miss this exciting opportunity - start recruiting today and secure your chance to win a trip to Las Vegas!

DAV - Transforming Veteran Lives Only with your support are we able to help more than 1 million veterans every year access the healthcare, disability, employment, education and financial benefits they have earned.

¡Atención a todos! 📢 No se pierdan la reciente entrevista a nuestro Comandante Departamental, el Sr. José W. Cruz, en el podcast "Gracias por tu Servicio". Este podcast, esta disponible a través de diversas plataformas digitales, es una excelente oportunidad para conocer más sobre el increíble trabajo que realiza nuestra organización y cómo estamos apoyando a la comunidad de veteranos. 🌟🇺🇸
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[Escuchar la entrevista](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1893010/15246332)

Episodio 96: Una Conversación con el Nuevo Comandante del DAV (José William Cruz) - Gracias Por Tu Servicio En este episodio, conversamos con José William Cruz, el recién nombrado Comandante del Disabled American Veterans (DAV) en Puerto Rico. Durante el episodio José William nos comparte su viaje desde sus últimos días en el servicio militar hasta logr...

June is and DAV wants to help make sure every veteran is afforded the respect and dignity that they deserve. While progress has been made since the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” era, the 1 million+ veterans in the U.S. who identify as LGBTQ+ face increased health risks and unique challenges when accessing the healthcare or benefits that they have earned through their service. Learn more at DAV’s LGBTQ+ veterans resource page: https://www.dav.org/get-help-now/veteran-topics-resources/lgbt-veterans/.

On this day in DAV history: DAV National Commander Francis Buono and other DAV national line officers meet with President John F. Kennedy to discuss DAV’s legislative objectives, particularly the disability compensation increase bill. Did you know that Kennedy was the only U.S. president who was a member of DAV?

To read more about the visit and take a walk down memory lane, check out the full DAV Magazine article from June 1962: http://dav.la/3qa.

¡No te pierdas el evento de información de DAV este viernes!

Te invitamos a asistir a nuestro evento informativo organizado por el DAV Departamento de Puerto Rico y DAV Capítulo 16 de Bayamón. Acompáñanos el viernes 7 de junio, de 9:00 AM a 3:00 PM en el Auditorio del Área Recreativa de Tortugueros en Vega Baja.

Este evento contará con la valiosa participación de la Administración de Veteranos y FIGNA, quienes estarán brindando información y asistencia sobre diversos temas de interés para los veteranos y sus familias.

Para obtener más información, puedes contactarnos por teléfono al 787-667-3624 o por correo electrónico a [email protected]

¡Te esperamos!

Para muchas familias, el Día de Memorial day es un doloroso recordatorio de los sacrificios realizados por sus seres queridos. Tómese un tiempo hoy para reflexionar sobre estos héroes que han pagado el máximo sacrificio para que podamos disfrutar de las libertades que muchos de nosotros damos por sentado. Generaciones de hombres y mujeres han luchado y mu**to para proteger nuestra nación y nunca debemos olvidarlos.

DAV’s critical policy goal of expanding the VA’s capacity to deliver timely, high-quality health care to veterans can be achieved through several key actions from the VA:

1. Address vacancies and staffing shortages
2. Create a plan to modernize the aging health care infrastructure with the VA
3. Modernize information technology and electronic health records
4. Expanding access to VA care through telehealth and virtual health services
5. Maintain sufficient health care capacity to meet its fourth mission functions during national emergencies

Learn more about DAV’s critical policy goals at http://dav.la/CPG2024.