Yearly Archives: 2012

Veterans Department to Increase Mental Health Staffing

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Team VCS

 Lawsuit mentioned ———– By JAMES DAO Published: April 19, 2012 The Department of Veterans Affairs will announce on Thursday that it plans to hire about 1,600 additional psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health clinicians in an effort to … Continue reading →

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Veterans push to get job credit for military experience

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Team VCS

By Mackenzie Carpenter, Molly Born Pittsburgh Post-Gazette staff When is a combat medic no longer a skilled medical professional? When is a tank driver no longer qualified to operate heavy equipment? When is a troop division commander too inexperienced to … Continue reading →

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Paul Sullivan Testifies: From the Inside Out: A Look at Claims Representatives’ Role in the Disability Claims Process

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Team VCS

  From the Inside Out: A Look at Claims Representatives’ Role in the Disability Claims Process House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs | 334 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC | Apr 18, 2012 10:00am Witness Testimony of Mr. Paul Sullivan, Managing … Continue reading →

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Fort Bragg recommends changes to Warrior Transition Battalion based on inspection findings

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Team VCS

VCS Executive Director Patrick Bellon Quoted —– From the Fayetteville Observer by Greg Barnes,Staff Writer An inspection of Fort Bragg’s battalion for wounded soldiers found that the post needs to do a better job of selecting and training the battalion’s … Continue reading →

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Vet heard voices, sought help — and was sent home

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Team VCS

VCS Executive Director quoted and our lawsuit is discussed. —— Article by: MARK BRUNSWICK , Star Tribune Updated: April 16, 2012 – 11:45 AM As 1 in 3 Iraq vets seek mental health care, VA faces criticism over delays and … Continue reading →

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Weak economy, lack of opportunities have returning vets fighting for jobs

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Team VCS

Military service is synonymous with sacrifice. But for many troops coming home to Western Pennsylvania from Iraq, Afghanistan or elsewhere — what some officials have called “the coming tsunami” of veterans looking for work in a fragile job market — … Continue reading →

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Please Support Veterans For Common Sense

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Team VCS

Thank you for visiting our site. At Veterans for Common Sense we need your support. We hope you are visiting us because you read about our lawsuit against the VA in this weekend’s New York Times. Feel free to take … Continue reading →

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A Veteran’s Death, the Nation’s Shame

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Team VCS

VCS Staff Quoted ———— From the New York Times Nicholas D. Kristof HERE’S a window into a tragedy within the American military: For every soldier killed on the battlefield this year, about 25 veterans are dying by their own hands. … Continue reading →

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Valuable Insight Gained from VA Suicide Prevention Hotline

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Team VCS

Suicide hotlines are available throughout the United States and many other countries. They provide a lifeline for individuals who are contemplatingsuicide or having suicidal thoughts. The increase in military veterans from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has elevated concern for … Continue reading →

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Why It’s Criminal to Lie About Military Honors

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Team VCS

  From the Atlantic  By: LINDSAY WINDSOR & ARTHUR RIZER    As the Supreme Court decides whether to uphold the Stolen Valor Act, the public should note the damage that fraudulent veterans have already done. AP IMAGES Rick Duncan was a … Continue reading →

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