Veteran_ Resource_ book_2014
Veteran_ Resource_ book_2014
Veteran_ Resource_ book_2014
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CALIFORNIA WOMEN VETERANS LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE<br />
The purpose of the Conference is to empower women veterans to live healthy,<br />
happy lives, become successful leaders in their communities and to advocate on<br />
behalf of other women. www.calvet.ca.gov (Women <strong>Veteran</strong> Program).<br />
WOMEN’S MILITARY HISTORY WEEK<br />
Each year, the Governor may proclaim the third week of March as Women’s Military<br />
History Week. During the entire month of March, CalVet recognize the many<br />
achievements of women and we especially honor the contributions of those that<br />
have served in the Armed Forces. www.calvet.ca.gov (Women <strong>Veteran</strong> Program).<br />
CALIFORNIA WOMEN VETERAN’S SURVEY<br />
CalVet, the California Research Bureau, and the Commission on the Status of<br />
Women and Girls are preparing a third Statewide Survey of California Women<br />
<strong>Veteran</strong>s for release in the summer of 2013. The goal of this survey is to help us<br />
understand who California’s women veterans are, how they use services, and what<br />
needs they have. www.calvet.ca.gov (Women <strong>Veteran</strong> Program).<br />
FEDERAL WOMEN VETERAN PROGRAMS<br />
Women <strong>Veteran</strong>s Call Center: 1-855-VA-WOMEN (1-855-829-6636)<br />
VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION<br />
The <strong>Veteran</strong>s Health Care Act of 1992 has authorized new and expanded<br />
services for women veterans. These services include: counseling for trauma<br />
related to sexual assault on a priority basis; specific health care services such<br />
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