PVA Priorities

Want To ImproveYour Bowel Function?

Recently published research reveals between 50 and 80% of participants reported improvements in bowel function and/or management after walking in an exoskeleton*

Did you know Paralyzed US Veterans May be Eligible for a ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton?

Contact ReWalk for more Information: rewalk.com/contact or 508.251.1154 option 2

Calling Members to Participate!

North Star Bullet wants to highlight the unique road that led you to today! If you are willing to share your military stories or the mountains you have climbed due to being "differentlyabled, " we'd like to highlight it. Maybe you have a favorite chapter story to tell the newer members who may not have heard it.

By telling our stories, we keep history alive. However large or small, struggles and accomplishments serve as inspiration for many others. We invite you, our members, to be a part of our publication by sharing today.

So many experiences shape us into the people we become and wait patiently to be heard. Share your best memories with our chapter members, and who knows, you may find a new connection with another.

Call our office at 612-467-2263 to help us keep the past alive!

A little progress each day adds up to big results.

-Unknown Author

Volunteer Opportunities

Are you looking for a way to serve at your comfort level? MNPVA can always use volunteers in many different areas. If you don’t see anything that works for you, call us today to see where there is a perfect fit - we’ll make one! See the list below for current needs.

Current Needs

Volunteer Coordinator Sewing Enthusiast Sports/Recreation Event Volunteers Guest Article Writers Photo Submissions Various Committee Positions: Fundraising, Activities, Policy, Annual Meeting

Please contact Vicky at office@mnpva.org or call 612-517-2131 for more information. Join us in our quest to serve members!

PVA Career Program

Completing Applications

By James “Jim ” Arndt, MS, CRC Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with PVA Veterans Career Program

Completing a job application completely and on time is very important. It is a key factor in putting your best foot forward with a company or organization.

Preparation Employers are looking for accuracy. This includes specific dates, names, company information, job duties, and contact information. It may be helpful to find a blank application sample from the internet. You can then use this as a reference template for future applications. Completing a template will enable you to copy information rather than having to spend the time recreating your work history for every single application.

Focus Areas

Include phone numbers and addresses where you can be easily reached.

Your email address should be professional.

Avoid email addresses that use nicknames or misconstrued names.

You may want to create a new email account for your job search activities. A new email address can be set up through a free service such as Google’s Gmail system.

Take the time to list out previous job duties and accomplishments for the application.

Your education experience should also include all post high school courses or training.

List your college completion date if you are currently in school.

When possible, include or attach a copy of your resume.

Before You Finish Take your time and make sure you fill out the whole application. You want to avoid leaving any section blank. If the question does not apply to you, write “NA” for not applicable. It’s preferable to use your computer to complete your application; but if you need to write out your application by hand, concentrate on being neat. Be sure to sign and date your application.

Preparing in advance and having all your information together will set you up for success in your job search.

If you, your spouse, or caregiver, are interested in career support including paid employment, education, or volunteer opportunities please visit pva.org/veteranscareerprogram or email veteranscareerprogram@pva.org for more information.