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Paralyzed Veterans of America

Contact Information

Communication Program
801 18th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006

800-424-8200 (Voice - Toll-free)
202-872-1300 (Voice)

Internet Resources

www.pva.org/

Abstract

Paralyzed Veterans of America was founded following World War II to meet the needs of veterans who were paralyzed as a result of disease or injury to the spinal cord. Paralyzed Veterans is supported by donations from the general public. It works to ensure quality health care, rehabilitation, and full civil rights for veterans with spinal cord injuries or diseases, and all persons with a disability. Paralyzed Veterans supports legislation and advances in medicine and technology through various programs, departments and foundations such as: PVA Research Foundation; PVA Education Foundation; National Advocacy Program; National Legislation Program; National Veterans Benefits Program; and PVA National Sports and Recreation Program.

Publications

PVA distributes publications and videotapes about the organization, its activities, and on various aspects of spinal cord impairment. Serial publications: Paraplegia News (magazine), monthly--news and features of interest to people with spinal cord impairments; Sports 'n Spokes (magazine), bimonthly--covers the activities of those involved in competitive wheelchair sports and recreation. Printed copies of PVA publications can be obtain by calling PVA's toll-free phone to order: 1-888-860-7244.

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Audit

Date Entered: 9/1/1997
Date Edited: 3/7/2007
Date Revised: 2/21/2007
Health Referral Number: HR2348
Accession Number: DP91A1035

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