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A Vets Helping Vets Colorado Perspective Colorado is home to more than 370,000 veterans — men and women who served their country with courage, discipline, and sacrifice. But behind the patriotic slogans and the “thank you for your service” moments, there’s a harder truth that too many Coloradans never see. Veterans across our state are facing a crisis of housing insecurity , mobility challenges , and systemic gaps  that leave them struggling to survive long after their servic

As veterans, we've all faced battles—some on distant shores, others right here at home in the quiet moments after service ends. One of the toughest ongoing fights many of us encounter is securing the VA disability benefits we've earned through our service-connected injuries and illnesses. The process can feel overwhelming: mountains of paperwork, confusing deadlines, medical evidence requirements, and decisions that drag on for months or even years. It's easy to feel isolated

Initiative #49 has sparked significant attention across Colorado, aiming to address critical issues affecting veterans and their communities. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1 in Denver plays a vital role in supporting this initiative, offering resources, advocacy, and community engagement to ensure its success. This post explores how VFW Post 1 is actively involved in helping veterans navigate the benefits and changes brought by Initiative #49. Logo of VFW Post 1, es

For the past year, Vets Helping Vets Colorado  and Colorado Veterans Action  have operated with a shared heartbeat: ensuring those who sacrificed the most for our country aren't taxed out of their homes. Today, we are excited to announce a major organizational shift to streamline our mission. Moving forward, Vets Helping Vets Colorado  (our 501(c)(19) non-profit) will be taking the lead on the sponsorship, promotion, and fundraising efforts for the initiative to amend the Col

Veterans have served their country with dedication and sacrifice. After their service, many face challenges transitioning back to...