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Blinded Veterans Association Expands Criteria for Organization Membership

Any person having honorably served, or currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United States, qualifying for Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Service is now eligible for membership in BVA…

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“Failure is not being knocked down. Failure is staying down.”
Matthew had an insight that got him started...
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A Veterans Day Tribute
Enrique's shock of knowing he was losing his sight was painful...
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A Hero of the Greatest Generation
It didn't take long for Bob to start over...
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Helping Others to Achieve
Brian felt lost, alone, and didn’t know what to do next…
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One Vision, One Team, One Fight
Lonnie's strength and joy come from those who haven’t yet experienced...
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A Shining Light of Inspiration
Paul continually guides his colleagues out of the darkness and into the light...
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Rising to the Challenge
Ken epitomizes BVA’s mission...
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Gaining New Vision
Steve found purpose and fulfillment in life again...
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Living the Army Values
Eric inspires his fellow blinded veterans...
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Never Leaving Anyone Behind
Monaca champions women veterans initiatives via her...
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Kent Steals Still Another Medal at the LA Marathon

Kent, a brown dog with floppy ears, looking at the camera with puppy dog eyes and he is wearing a four leave clover medal. I have mentioned in previous BVA Happenings articles my affinity for stealing medals. Well, I did it again! My dad, Rob, and I participated in the 39th running of the Los Angeles Marathon on March 17. We set out on our course starting at Dodger Stadium and finishing on the Avenue

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Registration Now Open for 79th National Convention

BVA members and their families may now register for the 79th National Convention in Jacksonville, Florida. The registration includes all of the BVA-specific activities and meetings that will occur July 7-10, 2024. To begin the registration process, visit the National Convention page here and then locate the Register Now button. Read more. Please note that all offsite trips and activities associated with the convention are being coordinated by the American Council of the Blind and

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Cherry Blossoms and a Blueberry Facial! Future Ambassadog ShadowRelishes Time at BVA HQ

Left to right with guide dog Shadow following a relaxing facial, Yasmin Vosburg of Aussie Pet Mobile, Meredith Buono-DaGrossa, and Kathy Ferro As Washington, DC, cherry blossoms sprouted, future Ambassadog Shadow (Paul Mimms) reached the area for a week of strenuous work in getting Dad, Paul Mimms, in and out of cars, vans, buildings, restaurants, and a large hotel. Little did Shadow know upon arrival on Monday that he would be the beneficiary of a

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BVA National Board Descends on Nation’s Capital for Mid-Winter Meetings

Left to right during meetings at VA Central Office: Paul Mimms, Joe Bogart, and National Director of VA Blind Rehabilitation Service Niki Sandlan. The BVA national leadership joined together this week at both the National Headquarters and via the technology of Microsoft Teams for three days of business meetings and headquarters staff dialogue on a variety of subjects affecting the Association. The March 19-21 activities for the in-person attendees—National President Paul Mimms, Vice President Wade

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