Resources for Native American Veterans
One of my key goals as your U.S. Senator is to make sure all veterans have access to the support and benefits they earned. And an important part of this mission is making sure services and benefits are reaching Native American veterans, who serve in the military at a higher rate than any other ethnic group.
In June, I held my first Native American Veterans Summit in Bismarck, where more than 140 Native veterans and advocates participated. We had a frank discussion about the challenges Native American veterans face in accessing health care and applying for benefits, and it was clear we need to do a better job connecting Native American veterans with helpful information.
In response to such challenges, I pledged to create a one-stop-shop resource on my website to help answer Native veterans’ questions. This webpage provides links to information about health care, disability, and education benefits, as well as answers to frequently asked questions. It also provides helpful contact information for local, regional, and national VA facilities. In coming months, a schedule of upcoming events for Native American veterans will be added, as well as other information.
Answers to frequently asked questions about benefits and services.
Online resources and helpful information.
Phone numbers, addresses and helpful information for local, regional and federal services and resources.
Heitkamp's Recent Work for Native American Veterans
November 2014
Date | Title |
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11/11/14 | Heitkamp Statement on Veterans Day |
11/7/14 | A Promise This Veterans Day |
August 2014
July 2014
June 2014
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6/27/14 | Heitkamp at American Legion Convention: We Must Do More to Help Those Suffering From Post-Traumatic Stress |