Bastion is an intentional community in which wounded, ill, or injured veterans live alongside retired military and civilian volunteers. Also offers yoga classes for residents and community members.

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The Baton Rouge Community Based Outpatient Clinics offers a wide array of primary and speciality care services for Veterans.

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Veterans ReEmployment

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Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Resource Center, resource catalog and 24/7 crisis prevention hotline 800-273-8255

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Support for veterans and their families including medical support

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A day program for veterans living with a brain injury, spinal cord injury and/or other neurological condition.

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Service dogs for veterans

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a variety of benefits.

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Online tool to connect veterans and family members with support, resources and information

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24 hour support for anyone in the military

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Directory that connects veterans to programs and services that support them

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NeuroRestorative is a leading provider of subacute and post-acute rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, they offer a continuum of care and rehabilitation options, including specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Services:

• A full continuum of care including residential and day treatment services and in-home and community supports.
• The expertise and resources of an organization on the cutting-edge of clinical care and rehabilitative programs.
• An exceptional team of professionals, demonstrated clinical proficiency and a time-tested approach.
• A range of locations that enable individuals to remain close to home.
• Community-based, therapeutic, home-like program settings.
• Well-rounded programs and specialized facilities that offer subacute and post-acute services and ongoing support to those with more complex medical and behavioral challenges.

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Resources for veterans

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New Orleans veterans community, resources

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Medical center and resources for veterans

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Dedicated to veterans service, medical research and civil rights for people with disabilities.

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Veterans hospital and rehab

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America's largest online directory for veterans

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Service Dogs for US Veterans.

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Support for caregivers of veterans

Veterans clinic

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The Aid and Attendance (A&A) Pension provides benefits for veterans and surviving spouses who require the regular attendance of another person to assist in eating, bathing, dressing and undressing or taking care of the needs of nature.

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New Orleans regional office for veterans

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24 hour hotline for veterans

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Legal assistance for veterans

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Behavior change platform where veterans earn rewards for helping each other overcome challenges

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Support, health and resources for veterans

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Since the Post-9/11 GI Bill® went into effect in 2009, more U.S. service members and veterans have begun using their military education benefits, according to the American Council on Education. Service members pursuing higher education must consider the cost of all education-related expenses, including tuition, books, special tools, equipment, and materials. Non-distance learners should also account for gas, tolls, parking, and potential childcare services.

An online information and resource guide for Veterans about substance abuse and treatment.

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