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Be Connected is hosting a no-cost Military/Veteran Helper Training all around Arizona. The latest session is being held in Lake Havasu City. The session empowers community members to support Arizona’s veterans and reduce suicide by equipping participants with skills to connect veterans to vital resources. Learn more and regsiter for an upcoming session at ConnectVeterans.org/BCCCTraining. Be Connected is bringing its ...

As part of its efforts to reduce veteran suicide rates statewide, the Arizona Coalition for Military Families (ACMF) has reached a significant milestone: the 1000th referral to its support services through the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program (SSG Fox SPGP). March 10, 2025 The program, supported by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, fuels statewide initiatives ...

We’re on a mission to connect every Arizona service member, veteran, and their families to support and resources. Connect Every Veteran is a statewide public service announcement (PSA) campaign available in English and Spanish. The PSAs will run on tv and radio stations statewide to raise awareness of the Be Connected program and the support line phone number. This campaign ...

Arizona employers can now access the Veteran Affiliated Employee Resource Group Guidebook to foster veteran-friendly workplaces. Developed by the Arizona Corporate Council on Veteran Careers, the guide provides steps to recruit, retain, and support veteran employees. Visit www.ConnectVeterans.org/ACCVC to download the guide and learn more.   The Arizona Corporate Council on Veteran Careers (ACCVC), a collaborative group of motivated business ...

Women and minority veterans in Arizona can now access Be Connected Career Navigation Plus for career advancement support. The program offers personalized guidance, career counseling, and financial assistance to help veterans launch or advance their careers. Learn more and enroll at www.ConnectVeterans.org or call 866-4AZ-VETS. September 9, 2021 Women veterans and minority veterans in Arizona now have a new, statewide ...

Arizona service members, veterans, families, and caregivers are encouraged to take the Arizona Veteran Survey at ConnectVeterans.org/Survey. The survey helps shape programs and resources that support veterans’ well-being, including employment, health, and suicide prevention. Every response helps shape programs and support for Arizona’s military and veteran community. September 7, 2021 Service members (Active Duty, Guard and Reserve), veterans, their spouses/partners, ...

With support from the Bob Woodruff Foundation, the Arizona Coalition for Military Families is enhancing its Be Connected program to meet the urgent needs of veterans and families. The funding provides transportation, clean water, financial aid, and food security, ensuring early intervention and support across Arizona. February 4, 2021Read More The Arizona Coalition for Military Families, a non-profit providing resources, ...

The Arizona Coalition for Military Families and MOAA’s Arizona Council of Chapters have partnered to expand services for veterans and families. Through this collaboration, MOAA grant recipients can access the Be Connected program, offering support for challenges like employment, financial needs, housing, and mental health services. March 1, 2021 The Arizona Coalition for Military Families, a nationally recognized Arizona-based nonprofit ...

The West Valley Military and Veteran Success Center offers vital support services and resources for service members, veterans, and their families. The center provides a welcoming space where individuals can access assistance and connect with resources and support designed to support their well-being and success. April 21, 2021 Veterans, service members (active duty, Guard and reserve) and their families now ...

The Be Connected Faith Network invites faith communities across Arizona to join efforts in supporting veterans and service members. This collaborative initiative, led by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and state partners, emphasizes the role of faith in healing and well-being for Arizona’s military and veteran community. May 26, 2021Read More People of all faiths from communities across Arizona ...