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Paralyzed Veterans of America - PVA

Organization URL(s)

www.pva.org/  External Links Disclaimer Logo

Other Contact Information

801 18th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006

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

Description

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.

Online Resources

Print Resources

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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Review Date

Wed Mar 7, 2007


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