The U.S. departments of Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Defense have launched an improved website for wounded warriors.
“VA is committed to tapping into the full powers of the Internet to provide accurate, timely, easy-to-find, and easy-to-understand information that improves the lives of veterans, service members, their families, and all who care for them,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki.
The VA describes the site, titled the National Resource Directory, as “a comprehensive, free, online tool for wounded, ill and injured service members, veterans, and their families. Visitors to the site can find an extensive range of information about veterans’ benefits, including disability and pension benefits, VA healthcare, and educational opportunities. The site also provides information for those who care for veterans, such as access to emotional, financial, and community assistance.”
According to the VA, the site has been enhanced to provide a single point of access to information from more than 10,000 sites maintained by federal, state, and local governments and organizations that offer services for wounded warriors. The new design is intended to help visitors find needed resources easily.
“This online directory is an invaluable resource for those involved in helping service members and veterans,” Shinseki said. “Reliable information about government and private-sector programs can be a priceless tool.”
A recent addition to the site is a specialized section where users can find help for homeless veterans. The VA stated in a press release, “These resources will help end veteran homelessness over the next five years.” Other enhancements include a fast, accurate search engine; a “bookmark and share” function that allows users to share resources on Facebook, Twitter, and other social-media sites; and a news feature with updates on relevant information and events. The VA says that resources are being added to the site daily.
