Mass Vets Advisor

The New England PVA’s primary focus is veterans’ issues, notably quality healthcare for veterans with spinal cord injuries & dysfunction (SCI/D) such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The organization works with community civic groups & agencies, acting as a strong advocate for accessibility in all aspects of life available to the general population. To learn more about services provided, find a service officer, or donate visit the link above. For any questions: Call: (617) 942-8678

Massachusetts state parks are free to enter and enjoy, but you may have to pay for parking. Want to know where and when parking fees are charged. Are you looking for information about DCR parking passes? Do you want to appeal a DCR ticket? Find out about all of this and more in this guide. For questions about DCR parking passes, call 617-626-1420. For questions about DCR parking tickets, call 617-626-1419.

Located in Worcester & Fitchburg, Pathways for Change is proudly one of the leading rape crisis centers in Massachusetts, serving as an example of promising practices nationally. Their services include 24-hour crisis intervention, support groups, counseling, & advocacy for Survivors of sexual assault & abuse. To learn more about available programs & to make an appointment please visit the link above to fill out the online form. For immediate support 24/7 please call: 800-870-5905

Patient AirLift Services is a nonprofit that arranges free flights for medical patients requiring medical diagnosis, treatment, or follow-up who cannot afford or are unable to fly commercially. Please visit the link above & or to request a flight today if you or someone you know needs free air transportation to critical care. For any questions: Call: (631) 694-PALS (7257) Email: info@palservices.org

Code of Support’s PATRIOTlink® platform is a free online resource database that includes thousands of programs tailored to the military & Veteran community. Users can search vetted, direct, cost-free services specific to their needs. Learn more by visiting the link above. You can reach out to PATRIOTlink by: Email: patriotlinksupport@codeofsupport.org Phone: (571) 227-7934

Pine Street’s Veterans’ Services connect homeless veterans with housing opportunities, employment, & community services that are specifically available to men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Veterans’ Services case managers also perform regular outreach to area shelters (including Pine Street’s), community centers, hospitals & congregations. To learn more or apply today please visit the link above. For any questions: Call: (617) 892-9100 Email: info@pinestreetinn.org

The Polish Legion of American Veterans is an organization of veterans committed to the ideals of patriotism, charity & volunteerism through allegiance to our Country, honor of our Country's standards, & aid in the rehabilitation of disabled veterans. Their goal is to insure that no benefits are denied to those who served their country & to support legislation intended for those who earned the right to the benefits being considered. To learn more or join a local post visit the link above.

The Post-9/11 GI Bill helps you pay for school or job training. You may qualify if you: - served 90-days active duty after 9/10/2001 - received a Purple Heart on 9/11/2001 & were honorably discharged - served 30-days continuous on or after 9/11/2001 & were honorably discharged w/ a service connected disability - dependent child using transferred benefits To find out if you qualify for this education benefit, more information on what it provides, & to apply today, please visit the link above.

The VA Liaison & Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Management programs help bridge the gap between the DoD & VHA to support transitioning service members & Post-9/11 era Veterans. Please visit the link above to learn about the program & connect with a VA Liaison. To get your VA Welcome kit, please visit: https://www.va.gov/welcome-kit/

If you have an illness or injury that you believe was caused—or made worse—by your active-duty service, you can file a claim for disability benefits 180 to 90 days before you leave the military to help speed up the claim decision process to get your benefits sooner. Find out how to file a claim through the Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) program—and what to do if you have less than 90 days left on active duty, by visiting the link above.