As we recognize the sacrifices made by our veterans, it’s essential to support them in their transition back to civilian life. One of the most impactful ways to do this is by providing employment opportunities. At SRQ Vets, we encourage businesses and organizations to consider the unique skills and experiences that veterans bring to the workforce. This month, we call on employers to “Hire a Veteran,” and here’s why it’s a decision that benefits both veterans and your organization.

Education is not just a pathway to personal growth and career advancement; it’s also a powerful tool for veterans transitioning to civilian life. However, navigating the various educational benefits available can be daunting. At SRQ Vets, we understand the importance of education in empowering veterans, which is why we’ve put together this guide to help them navigate the educational landscape and access the resources they need to succeed.

We invite you to join us for our Memorial Day Hike, taking place on Saturday, May 25th. This is perhaps the most open commemoration of the year when it comes to honoring America’s fallen warriors. We’re pleased to say that this is the 9th time we’ve hosted the Memorial Day Hike with our friends, neighbors, and veterans in Sarasota.

Veterans who left the military between September 11, 2001 and October 1, 2013 have until the end of this month to enroll in VA health care through the PACT Act. This is a benefits program available to veterans regardless of their disability benefits status. So, you can enroll directly without having to wait for the lengthy approval process from the VA (and still be eligible for additional VA benefits).

Veteran mental health is both a complex and difficult topic, nowadays. While mental illnesses are a contentious topic among the population, at-large, it can be even more so regarding veterans. This has a tremendous impact on how veterans cope with serious conditions, like Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder (PTSD), and whether they receive disability benefits through the Veteran Affairs office.

As you might expect, there are plenty of myths and misunderstandings surrounding this topic, including some that veterans themselves mistakenly believe. We’d like to identify some of those, so that you can help our vets overcome these debilitating roadblocks and misperceptions.

Recent estimates state that there are about 18 million veterans. According to the VA, it was established that about 1.7 million veterans receive mental health services annually. In addition, one in five veterans experiences post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) each year, as reported by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).,