| Utility Tax Exemption Information |
DT-8700.9000 |
Programs that provide information and guidance for individuals who meet age, disability and household income guidelines and may qualify for programs that remove the applicable local taxes from the gas, water, electric and telephone bills of eligible applicants. The program applies to people whose bills are included in their rent as well as to those who pay for their utilities directly. In some jurisdictions, the utility tax exemption program operates as a rebate program in which eligible applicants file appropriate rebate forms with their income tax returns. |
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| Utility/Private Industry Disaster Planning Bodies |
TH-1500.9500 |
Coalitions of utility companies and private industry such as the Association of Contingency Planners (ACP), BICEPP (Business and Industry Community Emergency Preparedness Project), headquartered in Los Angeles County and operating in Southern California, and DPIC (Disaster Preparedness Information Council), headquartered in San Francisco and operating in Northern California, that meet on a regular basis to exchange information and strengthen their ability to recover from a major disaster or large-scale emergency that disrupts the normal functioning of a community. |
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| Uzbek Community |
YH-0500.8800 |
Individuals who are either citizens of Uzbekistan or who identify themselves as part of the Uzbek community. Uzbekistan is a country in central Asia. The official language is Uzbek. |
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| Uzbekistan Restaurants |
PL-1800.8950 |
Eating establishments that offer the cuisine of Uzbekistan which features specialties such as kebabs, samsa (flaky, meat-filled pastries), chuchvara (tiny fried dumplings served with tomato sauce), eggplant Samarkand (sauteed eggplant served cold), tomato and onion salad with herbs, buhara (pureed tomatoes, onions, peppers and eggplant), lagman (noodles served in a thick meat broth or fried with vegetables and lamb), plov (a rice pilaf with vegetables, lamb and Uzbeki cumin seed) and Uzbeki bread. |
0 |
| VITA Program Coordination |
DT-8800.9300-900 |
Programs that recruit and train people who want to learn how to prepare tax forms in order to qualify as VITA tax assistance volunteers in local centers that assist older adults and low-income individuals to complete their tax return forms, develop arrangements with community centers which have agreed to become service sites for the program, publicize the availability and locations of the program during the tax preparation period, and equip the service sites with necessary materials. |
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| VITA Program Sites |
DT-8800.9300-930 |
The community centers and other sites where older adults and low income individuals and families can obtain assistance from a trained VITA volunteer in completing their tax return forms. |
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| VITA Programs |
DT-8800.9300 |
Programs that utilize trained volunteers to help older adults and low-income individuals and families complete their tax return forms. |
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| Vacation Host Homes |
PH-9000 |
Programs that place underprivileged children who live in depressed urban areas in volunteer host homes outside the city for a designated number of weeks as a summer vacation. Also included are programs that recruit individuals and families who are willing to make their homes available for this purpose. |
0 |
| Vacation Security Checks |
FN-1500.9000 |
Programs, often offered by police departments, that periodically check the residences of people who are on vacation to ensure that nothing has been disturbed. Some programs will, for a small fee, collect mail and newspapers from the property and check all windows and doors on a daily basis. |
0 |
| Vaccination Site Rides |
BT-4500.6500-900 |
Programs that offer rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites for people who have an appointment but no other transportation options. |
0 |
| Vaccine Depots |
JP-1500.9100 |
Organizations that are responsible for the storage, distribution and monitoring of vaccines and other biological materials purchased by a state and made available to clinics, hospitals, physicians and other health care providers serving particular health regions or districts. |
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| Vaccine Information |
LH-2700.9000 |
Programs that provide information about vaccines and the illnesses they prevent, laws related to vaccines and exemptions (i.e., immunization requirements for schools, colleges/universities, preschools and child care facilities as well as the conditions under which individuals can request exemptions, usually medical contraindications and reasons of conscience including a philosophical or religious belief), recommended immunization schedules for people of different ages, vaccine safety concerns (e.g., potential side effects), statistics on immunization coverage and disease incidence and/or access to official vaccine information statements that explain to vaccine recipients, their parents, or their legal representatives both the benefits and risks of a vaccine which are handed out whenever certain vaccinations are given. Information may also be available about groups that advocate for reform of policies relating to vaccination requirements and their agenda; and topics of special interest such as travel vaccines, bioterrorism, vaccinations and pregnancy, and immunization recommendations for health care workers. |
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| Vaccine Side Effects Reporting |
JP-1500.9105 |
Programs that collect reports of adverse side effects following administration of new vaccines and store them in the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), a national vaccine safety surveillance program co-sponsored by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). VAERS collects and analyzes information from reports of possible side effects after the administration of U.S. licensed vaccines, and welcomes reports from all concerned individuals including patients, parents, health care providers, pharmacists and vaccine manufacturers. The most common side effects after vaccination are mild and are a sign the body is starting to build immunity against a disease. They include pain, swelling, or redness where the shot was given, mild fever, chills, feeling tired, headache, muscle and joint aches as well as fainting (which can happen after any medical procedure). The information may be made available to the public with the caveat that a causal relationship has not been established and the information in the reports may not have been medically confirmed. |
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| Vacuum Cleaners |
BM-3000.0500-900 |
Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand appliances for cleaning carpets, floors and upholstery. |
0 |
| Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Classes |
LJ-5000.1500-900 |
Programs that offer classes that are designed for couples who are planning a vaginal birth following a previous cesarean birth. |
0 |
| Vaginismus |
YF-5000.7600-900 |
A recurrent or persistent involuntary contraction of the musculature of the outer third of the vagina that interferes with vaginal penetration and creates a painful sexual experience if penetration occurs. |
0 |
| Vaginitis |
YF-3000.9050 |
An inflammation of the sheath of the vagina whose symptoms include vaginal discharge that may be malodorous and occasionally is stained with blood, irritation and itching of the vulvae and perineum, increased frequency of urination, and smarting pain on the passage of urine. The vaginal mucous membrane is reddened and there may be superficial ulceration. |
0 |
| Values Clarification Assistance |
TP-6650.9000 |
Programs that offer workshops or other forms of training or support which help participants identify and examine their personal values; and understand how values shape their expectations and behavior and create personal biases which may affect their personal and professional relationships. Values clarification is often a first step in the process of helping people understand the differences in others, the importance of shared values and the consequences of value conflicts, particularly in a workplace environment. |
0 |
| Van/Bus Driver Volunteer Opportunities |
PX-8500.9000 |
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with a valid driver license and current insurance who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide van or bus transportation to social outings or other destinations for people served by the program. |
0 |
| Varicose Veins |
YF-3000.9070 |
A condition in which the superficial veins are enlarged and twisted that may occur in almost any part of the body but which is most commonly observed in the lower extremities and the esophagus. |
0 |
| Variety Shows |
TA-8500.9000 |
Programs that offer theatrical productions which feature a succession of separate performances which might include songs, dances, comic routines, acrobatic feats and short dramatic sketches. |
0 |
| Vascular Surgery |
LV-8300.9500 |
Programs that are staffed by surgeons who have special expertise in the use of medical treatment, minimally-invasive catheter procedures, and surgical reconstruction to manage disorders of the blood vessels excluding those to the heart, lungs and brain. Vascular disorders include peripheral artery disease (PAD), aneurysms, renal artery disease, peripheral venous disease, varicose veins and venous blood clots as well as Raynaud's disease, Buerger's disease and other specific conditions. |
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| Vasculitis |
YF-3000.9078 |
An inflammation affecting the veins, arteries and capillaries which occurs when the body's immune system attacks the blood vessels by mistake, usually because of an infection, a medicine or another disease. The cause is often unknown. Symptoms of vasculitis can vary, but usually include fever, swelling and a general sense of feeling ill. The main goal of treatment is to stop the inflammation. Steroids and other medicines are often helpful. |
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| Vegan Restaurants |
PL-1800.9000-900 |
Eating establishments that specialize in dishes that are made exclusively with foods of plant origin. |
0 |
| Vegetarian Food |
BD-1800.8200-900 |
Programs that provide food that excludes meat, poultry, game fish, shellfish or crustacea and slaughter by-products. Varieties of vegetarian food include vegan food (only foods of plant origin), pescatarian food (plant foods plus fish), lacto-vegetarian food (plant foods plus some or all dairy products) and lacto-ovo-vegetarian food (plant foods, dairy products and eggs). Vegetarian diets include grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, vegetables and fruits with or without the use of dairy products and eggs. |
0 |
| Vegetarian Restaurants |
PL-1800.9000 |
Eating establishments that specialize in dishes that are made without meat, poultry, game fish, shellfish or crustacea and slaughter by-products. Varieties of vegetarian food include vegan food (only foods of plant origin), pescatarian food (plant foods plus fish), lacto-vegetarian food (plant foods plus some or all dairy products) and lacto-ovo-vegetarian food (plant foods, dairy products and eggs). Vegetarian menus feature dishes that include grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, vegetables and fruits with or without the use of dairy products and eggs. |
0 |
| Vegetarianism Issues |
YZ-8780 |
Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of vegetarianism, i.e., diets that exclude meat, poultry, game fish, shellfish or crustacea and slaughter by-products. Varieties of vegetarian food include vegan food (only foods of plant origin), pescatarian food (plant foods plus fish), lacto-vegetarian food (plant foods plus some or all dairy products) and lacto-ovo-vegetarian food (plant foods, dairy products and eggs). Vegetarian diets include grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, vegetables and fruits with or without the use of dairy products and eggs. |
0 |
| Vehicle Adaptation Services |
LH-0600.0100-900 |
Programs that pay for or provide the labor and/or equipment to adapt vehicles owned by people with disabilities allowing them to operate the vehicles or ride in them as passengers. Adaptations can include ramps or wheelchair lifts; primary systems such as modified seats or steering, signaling, gear shift and braking controls; and/or secondary systems such as car door openers, car door reachers, gas cap openers, seating restraints, especially designed rear view mirrors and other accessories. |
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| Vehicle Donation Programs |
TI-1800.9000 |
Nonprofit organizations that accept vehicles of any kind as donations from individuals who want a tax write-off. In most cases, donated vehicles are sold to raise funds for the organization, but some programs repair the vehicles, if necessary, and keep them for their own use, give them to individuals or families who have no means of private transportation or donate them to other nonprofit organizations for use in their program or for distribution to the people they serve. |
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| Vehicle Emissions Inspection/Maintenance Technicians |
YO-3400.9000-900 |
Individuals who test, repair, service and maintain vehicle emission systems in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. |
0 |
| Vehicle Parts |
BM-7000.0500-900 |
Programs that pay for or provide replacement parts for people whose automobiles, trucks, trailers or other motorized vehicles have parts that are worn. |
0 |
| Vehicle Recycling |
TE-8920.6600-890 |
Businesses that dismantle automobiles and other vehicles that have reached the end of their useful life to salvage reusable spare parts. A car crusher is typically used to reduce the size of the shell of the scraped vehicle for transportation to a steel mill after hazardous materials have been removed and properly disposed of. |
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| Vehicle Theft Prevention Devices |
FN-1500.1700-900 |
Programs that pay for, provide and/or install car alarms, steering wheel locking devices, kill switches, electronic tracking devices, electronic keys, tire locks, armored collars for steering columns and other equipment that discourage car thieves or improve the chances of recovery following a theft. |
0 |
| Vehicle/Mobile Equipment Mechanics |
YO-3400.9000 |
Individuals whose maintain and repair aircraft and avionics equipment, automobiles and other gasoline-powered motor vehicles, bicycles, vehicles and equipment powered by diesel engines, farm equipment, rail cars, outdoor equipment powered by small engines and other vehicles and equipment that require the skills of a mechanic. |
0 |
| Vein Scans |
LF-4800.9100 |
Programs that conduct x-ray scans of the veins following injection of a radioactive substance as a means of detecting blood clots which will absorb the chemicals if phlebitis or a thrombus is present. |
0 |
| Velodromes |
PL-6400.9000-900 |
Programs that develop, maintain and make available to the public, facilities with tiers of seats for spectators and a track with steeply banked curves that is designed for cycling. |
0 |
| Vending Machine Complaints |
DD-1500.9700 |
Programs that accept and, where possible, attempt to resolve complaints regarding the placement of machines, broken equipment, the loss of money or incorrect change, the stocking of machines, the quality of products available or other concerns about vending machines. |
0 |
| Vendor Certification |
DF-4500.9000 |
Offices that assign approved vendor status to service providers that have applied for authorization to issue Food Stamps, to accept Section 8 certificates, to receive reimbursements for services rendered to Medicaid recipients or to similarly participate in other programs. Services to approved vendors generally include verification of client eligibility status and assistance with billing inquiries. Also included are programs that work with selected vendors on a less formal basis. |
0 |
| Venereal Warts |
YF-3000.7740-900 |
A wart-like growth of the skin, usually seen on the external genitalia or near the anus, which is usually transmitted by sexual contact. |
0 |
| Venezuelan Community |
YH-8000.9200 |
Individuals who are either citizens of Venezuela or who identify themselves as part of the Venezuelan community. Venezuela is a Spanish-speaking country in South America. |
0 |
| Venezuelan Restaurants |
PL-1800.9100 |
Eating establishments that offer the cuisine of Venezuela which features specialties such as bien me sabe (cake moistened with muscatel wine topped with coconut cream), chicken in vinegar sauce, rice pancakes, black bean soup, tostones (fried plantains), larded beef with capers, and pabellon criollo (shredded beef with rice, black beans and plantains). Beverages may include soft drinks and alcoholic beverages made from sugarcane. |
0 |
| Ventilator Care |
LR-1570.7000-860 |
Programs that provide instruction and/or care for people who, because of respiratory failure, are partially or totally dependent upon a mechanical respiratory device to sustain life. |
0 |
| Ventilator Dependency |
YF-6500.9000 |
A condition in which people who have experienced respiratory failure are totally or partially dependent upon a mechanical respiratory device to sustain life. |
0 |
| Ventilator Weaning |
LR-1570.7000-900 |
Programs that gradually remove patients from mechanical ventilator support by slowly increasing their breathing strength and decreasing dependence on the ventilator. The process is controlled by monitoring the individual's vital capacity and blood gas values. Weaning is initiated as soon as possible so that the patient's respiratory muscles can be restored to normal tones. Activities include breathing retraining; swallowing assessment and training; speech therapy; range of motion, reconditioning and strengthening exercises; psychological counseling and other necessary programmatic elements. |
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| Ventriloquism Acts |
TA-1850.9000 |
Programs that offer a form of entertainment which features performers who use their skill in ventriloquism (the ability to project the voice in such a way that the sound seems to come from a source other than the speaker) to carry on an apparent conversation with a hand-manipulated dummy. Also included are organizations that make arrangements for ventriloquist acts. |
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| Verbo-Tonal Instruction |
LR-8000.0500-900 |
Programs that teach people who have hearing impairments to communicate through an approach which makes use of sophisticated electronic amplification and vibro-tactile stimulation equipment to aid the individual to "sense sound" in order to develop language and speech. The individual is encouraged to use residual hearing, amplified by the equipment, in conjunction with a sense of touch which is stimulated by a wrist vibrator. The vibrations are felt at the same time the sounds are heard and seen. One of the objectives of this approach is to help people develop appropriate pitch, rhythm, timing and clarity in speech. |
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| Vertigo |
YF-3000.2110-920 |
A condition that is characterized by the sensation that one's surroundings or self are spinning either horizontally or vertically. It is caused by a disturbance in the inner ear or the nerve tracks leading from them which arises as a result of inner ear disease, toxic conditions, sunstroke, postural hypotension or toxemia due to food poisoning or infectious disease. |
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| Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy |
LR-6600.9000 |
Programs that conduct an evaluation of individuals who have balance problems that includes observation of posture, balance, movement, and compensatory strategies; and develop an individualized treatment plan that includes specific head, body, and eye exercises that are performed both in the therapy setting and at home. Treatment may also include an increase in activities and exercise in order to strengthen muscles and increase the individual’s tolerance for symptom-provoking stimuli. The person may experience an initial increase in symptoms as the body and brain attempt to sort out the new pattern of movements, but with time and consistent practice, coordination of signals from the eyes, proprioception, and vestibular system can occur. Although VRT is most commonly offered by physical therapists, it can also be provided by physicians, occupational therapists or audiologists. |
0 |
| Veteran Aid and Attendance Benefits |
NS-1800.9000-900 |
A program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provides a special monthly allowance that is paid in addition to the regular veteran compensation/pension payment for wartime veterans, surviving spouses and parents of wartime veterans who have large, unreimbursed medical expenses. Claimants must show that they require the "aid and attendance" of another person in order to perform at least two activities of daily living (e.g., grooming, transferring, eating, bathing, dressing or toileting); that they are blind or nearly blind; or that they are a patient in a nursing facility. The A&A Pension can be used for any type of chronic care provider including paid in-home caregivers, adult day care, adult residential care homes, assisted living facilities or skilled nursing facilities. The individual must meet financial eligibility criteria, and a report from an attending physician or other medical evidence validating the need for care is required. |
0 |
| Veteran Benefits Assistance |
FT-1000.9000 |
Programs that provide assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits and services to which they are entitled by law based on service to their country. The programs may help veterans understand the eligibility criteria for benefits, the benefits provided by the program, the payment process and the rights of beneficiaries; provide consultation and advice; help them complete benefits application forms; negotiate on their behalf with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs staff; and/or represent them in administrative processes or judicial litigation. Included are Veteran Services Officers (VSOs) who are trained and accredited by the Veteran's Administration (VA) and can be found in offices specific to each state, the county courthouse, the local VA office and local veteran's rights organizations; as well as legal aid programs that offer more formalized legal assistance. |
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| Veteran Burial Benefits |
NS-1000.9000 |
A program of the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs that provides a variety of burial benefits for eligible deceased veterans of peacetime or wartime service who have been discharged under conditions other than dishonorable and, in the case of some benefits, for their dependents. Included are burial in a national cemetery (opening and closing the grave, headstones and markers and perpetual care); headstones and markers for graves of veterans that are located anywhere in the world as well as niche markers for urns; headstones or markers for memorial plots in situations where the veteran's remains are not available for burial; Presidential Memorial Certificates; and burial flags which drape the veteran's coffin and are given to the next of kin or close associate following the funeral. Burial and funeral allowances are also available to certain veterans under specified conditions. |
0 |
| Veteran Compensation and Pension Benefits |
NS-1800.9000 |
Programs administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provide monthly payments to veterans who are disabled and were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions, their dependent children, surviving spouses and parents. Included are compensation benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities; and pension benefits for veterans with limited incomes who are age 65 or older or are permanently and totally disabled as a result of a condition not related to military service. Veterans who are more seriously disabled may qualify for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits which are paid in addition to the basic compensation or pension rate. A veteran cannot receive both Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits at the same time. |
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| Veteran Disability Compensation Benefits |
NS-1800.9000-920 |
A program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provides regular monthly payments to compensate veterans who are disabled by injury or illness incurred in or aggravated by active military service and discharged or separated under other than dishonorable conditions. Substandard care at a VA hospital that causes an injury may also be considered service connected. Payment amounts depend upon the percentage of disability. The Compensation Program also provides monthly payments, as specified by law, to surviving spouses, dependent children and dependent parents in recognition of the economic loss caused by the veteran's death during active military service or, subsequent to discharge from military service, as a result of a service-connected disability. |
0 |
| Veteran Education Benefits |
HL-8000.1800-900 |
Programs administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or other organizations that provide educational financial assistance for veterans and service personnel and their eligible dependents. Veterans and service personnel who served on active duty between January 31, 1955 and January 1, 1977 for specified periods of time are eligible for a variety of education benefits under the GI Bill including a stipend for tuition assistance at approved educational institutions. Veterans and service personnel who entered active duty after January 1, 1977 may participate in a voluntary contributory plan in which the individual's savings for a future education are administered and augmented by the government. Partial educational assistance is also available to the survivors of deceased or disabled veterans whose death or permanent and total disability was service-connected; and to the spouses and children of servicemen and women who have been listed for more than 90 days as missing in action, captured in the line of duty or forcibly detained by a foreign power. |
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| Veteran Employment Programs |
ND-6500.9200 |
Programs that provide resume preparation assistance, career counseling, vocational assessment, job development, job training, job search, job placement and/or other services for unemployed veterans who need assistance re-entering the workforce. Programs for homeless veterans may also provide supportive services such as clothing; access to temporary, transitional and permanent housing; referrals for medical and substance abuse treatment; and transportation assistance. Veteran employment programs may be configured for recently separated veterans, homeless veterans, veterans with service-connected disabilities and other special populations or may be broadly available to veterans in general. |
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| Veteran High School Diploma Programs |
HH-0500.2500-900 |
Programs that grant diplomas to veterans whose education was disrupted by service to their country and who never returned to finish high school. These individuals are not required to complete coursework, pass competency tests or meet other usual requirements. |
0 |
| Veteran Home Loans |
BH-3500.3400-900 |
Programs that assist veterans who want to purchase or construct a home by issuing GI loans which feature moderate interest rates, no down payment, a long repayment period, and the right to pay all or a portion or the loan in advance without penalty. |
0 |
| Veteran Homes |
BH-8400.9000 |
Programs that provide care on an ambulatory self-care basis for veterans who are limited by age or illness and are not in need of acute hospitalization or skilled nursing services in situations where care in a home setting is either not available or unsuitable. |
0 |
| Veteran Housebound Benefits |
NS-1800.9000-940 |
A program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provides a special monthly allowance that is paid in addition to the regular veteran compensation/pension payment for wartime veterans, surviving spouses and parents of wartime veterans who are permanently housebound by reason of one or more disabilities. This requirement is met when the individual is confined to his or her dwelling and the immediate premises or, if in a hospital or assisted living facility, ward or clinical area, and it is anticipated that the disability or disabilities and current confinement will continue throughout the his or her lifetime. |
0 |
| Veteran Life Insurance |
NS-4500.9000 |
A post-separation insurance program administered by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs that allows service members to convert their Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) coverage to renewable term insurance, Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI). Members with full-time SGLI coverage are eligible for VGLI upon release from service and have one year and 120 days from the time of discharge to file their application. VGLI coverage is issued in multiples of $10,000 up to a maximum of $400,000. However, a service member's VGLI coverage amount cannot exceed the amount of SGLI they had in force at the time of separation from service. VGLI premiums are based upon the separating member's age. VA also manages life insurance programs for veterans of World War I, World War II and the Korean Conflict and for service disabled veterans of the Vietnam Conflict; and provides mortgage protection life insurance under a group policy for those disabled veterans who are given a VA grant to secure specially adapted housing. |
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| Veteran Membership Organizations |
TD-1400.9000 |
Programs whose members are veterans who have joined together on a voluntary basis to promote mutual interests. Activities may include advocacy for the preservation and expansion of earned privileges and benefits, testimony before Congress on issues affecting veterans, awards and other measures for promoting appreciation of and recognition for veterans and their accomplishments, community service programs, and social activities for members. Some organizations may provide active support for the democratic principles of religious and political freedom; offer benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, credit cards and financial planning services for members; or maintain special burial funds to help indigent veterans and their families. |
0 |
| Veteran Outpatient Clinics |
LN-9000 |
Outpatient medical facilities operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provide routine primary medical care for eligible veterans. Services generally include x-rays, general health check ups, blood pressure checks, treatment for basic illnesses and laboratory tests. |
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| Veteran Pension Program |
NS-1800.9000-960 |
A program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provides regular monthly payments for unemployed veterans age 65 and older and for wartime veterans who have a limited income. Veterans are generally eligible for pension benefits if they were discharged from service under conditions other than dishonorable, served at least 90 days of active military service one day of which was during a wartime period, their countable family income is below allowable yearly limits set by law, and they are age 65 or older or have a permanent and total disability not directly connected to their active duty service. Veterans who entered active duty after September 7, 1980, generally must have served at least 24 months or the full period for which called or ordered to active duty. The Pension Program also provides monthly payments, as specified by law, to surviving spouses and dependent children of deceased wartime veterans with limited incomes. |
0 |
| Veteran Reintegration Counseling |
RP-1400.8000-900 |
Programs that provide emotional support, information and guidance for veterans who have emotional problems including post traumatic stress disorder relating to experiences in the service, or who are having other difficulties adjusting to their civilian status. |
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| Veteran Service Officers |
YO-1550.8990 |
Individuals who have been trained and accredited in the U.S. by the Veteran's Administration (VA) to assist veterans and their families by answering questions, advising and educating individuals and groups regarding benefits that are available from federal, state, county and local resources; assisting eligible individuals to file the necessary claims; and representing individuals and presenting claims in VA hearings. They are knowledgeable in the areas of compensation and pension, health care, education and training, employment, burial and survivor services, housing, transportation and military records. Local VSOs can be found in offices specific to each state, the county courthouse, the local VA office and the local organization's headquarters. |
0 |
| Veteran Support Groups |
PN-8100.4500-850 |
Mutual support groups whose members were previously affiliated with one of the branches of the armed forces, their families and friends. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; may focus on former prisoners of war, veterans of specific wars, e.g., the Gulf War, women who are veterans or other specific veteran populations; and allow participants to share their experience, strengths and hopes and put their lives back together if they have been troubled by homelessness, disability, substance abuse, depression or other issues related to their service to the country. |
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| Veteran Survivors Benefits |
NS-8200.9000 |
A program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provides special payments for the eligible survivors of deceased veterans whose wartime or peacetime service meets specific criteria for service-connected death compensation or non-service-connected death pensions. Eligible survivors (dependent children, surviving spouses and parents) who are seriously disabled may also qualify for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits which are paid in addition to the basic benefit. |
0 |
| Veteran Treatment Cards |
DF-7000.9100 |
Programs that issue picture identification that eligible veterans can use to obtain needed health care services and/or equipment. |
0 |
| Veteran/Military Health Insurance |
NS-8000.9000 |
Programs administered by the Department of Defense (DoD) Health Affairs Office or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that provide health benefits coverage for eligible military personnel, eligible veterans and eligible dependents. |
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| Veteran/Military Hotlines |
RP-1500.1400-900 |
Programs that provide confidential assistance for military personnel and veterans who are emotionally distressed with the objective of defusing the crisis, ensuring the person's safety and helping the person to take the next immediate steps toward resolving the problem. Trained staff are generally available via telephone, email, chat and/or text. Most military/veteran hotlines are also available to family members who are concerned about a loved one. |
1 |
| Veteran/Military Personnel Issues |
YZ-8800 |
Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of veterans or military personnel and their interests. |
0 |
| Veterans |
YN-9000 |
Individuals who are former members of one of the branches of the armed forces and who, by length and type of services, honorable discharge or release or degree of disability, qualify for the benefits and privileges that are provided by law for ex-servicemen and women. |
0 |
| Veterans Affairs Medical Centers |
LL-3000.9000 |
Health care facilities operated by the U.S. government that provide inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and psychiatric care for eligible veterans. |
0 |
| Veterans Choice Program |
NS-8000.9000-900 |
An option under the Veterans Access, Choice, Accountability Act (VACAA) of 2014 that allows eligible veterans to seek primary care, inpatient and outpatient specialty care, and mental health care from community-based providers when the local VA medical center (VAMC) cannot provide the services due to lack of available specialists, long wait times, extraordinary distance from the Veteran's home (in excess of 40 miles driving distance) or an unusual or excessive burden based on geographic challenges, environmental factors or a medical condition. Veterans are required to contact Health Net Federal Services, LLC (Health Net) to obtain authorization for all care under VCP. VCP does not coordinate benefits with other government programs such as Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE. |
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| Veterans Courts |
FC-8200.8100-920 |
Special state courts that handle cases involving veterans charged with crimes, generally nonviolent felonies and misdemeanors in which post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, traumatic brain injuries and mental illness are underlying factors. The objective of the courts is to get veterans into treatment where the root causes of their behavior can be addressed as an alternative to time in jail. Compliance with court requirements is monitored through regularly scheduled court hearings and charges against participants are dropped following completion of treatment if they have remained alcohol and drug free and have committed no new offenses. |
0 |
| Veterans Day Programs |
PH-2950.9000 |
Programs that offer special assistance, services or activities on Veterans Day (November 11th) to make the observation of the event more meaningful. |
0 |
| Veterans With Disabilities |
YJ-8750.9000 |
Veterans who are disabled by injury or illness incurred in or aggravated by active military service and discharged or separated under honorable conditions. |
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| Veterinarian Complaints |
DD-1500.7230-900 |
Programs that accept and, where possible, attempt to resolve complaints regarding the licensing, incompetence, negligence, unclean or unsanitary equipment or premises, violation of laws regulating the use of narcotics, quality of service, excessive fees, unprofessional conduct or other inappropriate business practices of veterinarians. |
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| Veterinarians |
YO-3000.9000 |
Individuals who provide diagnostic, treatment and health care management services for pets, and livestock, zoo, sporting and laboratory animals who have illnesses, injuries or other medical problems. Most veterinarians perform clinical work in private practices and most predominately, or exclusively, treat small animals. Small animal practitioners care for companion animals such as dogs and cats, but also treat birds, reptiles, rabbits and other animals that can be kept as pets. Other veterinarians work in mixed animal practices where they see pigs, goats, sheep and some nondomestic animals in addition to companion animals. A small number of private practice veterinarians work exclusively with large animals, focusing mostly on horses or cows. Some also care for various kinds of food animals. Veterinarians in clinical practice diagnose animal health problems; vaccinate against diseases such as distemper and rabies; medicate animals suffering from infections or illnesses; treat and dress wounds; set fractures; perform surgery; and advise owners about animal feeding, behavior and breeding. |
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| Veterinary Associations |
TN-9000 |
Organizations whose members are veterinary care providers who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting mutual interests, participating in veterinary seminars and conferences, networking with their peers, subscribing to veterinary journals and other publications, and taking advantage of other opportunities for professional development. Many veterinary associations set standards which relate to the qualifications and performance of members, accept and investigate complaints from the public regarding the practices of members and maintain referral services through which residents who require veterinary assistance are referred to members. Included are associations of animal hospitals and specialized veterinarian associations whose members treat a particular species of animal or animal-related disease. |
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| Veterinary Care Expense Assistance |
PD-9000.9000 |
Programs that pay the veterinary expenses, including prescription costs, of people who cannot afford to make the payments themselves and whose pets would otherwise be unable to receive necessary medical care. Also included are programs that provide vouchers which enable eligible individuals to obtain veterinary care including prescriptions for their pets. |
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| Veterinary Drug Information |
PD-9000.9200 |
Programs that provide information about the indications and side effects of and allergic reactions to medications frequently prescribed for pets and other animals. |
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| Veterinary Epidemiology |
PD-9000.9250 |
Programs that focus on monitoring, preventing and controlling disease outbreaks in animal populations. Veterinary epidemiologists study disease transmission and patterns of occurrence, monitor the effectiveness of vaccines, study patterns of pathogenic drug resistance, evaluate public health concerns connected to animal-based food products and conduct other related research. |
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| Veterinary Medicine Volunteer Opportunities |
PX-0500.9000 |
Animal hospitals and other organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are qualified in the area of veterinary medicine and are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide preventive, diagnostic, treatment and health care management services for small animals (such as cats and dogs) and/or large animals (such as horses and cows) who have illnesses, injuries or other medical problems. |
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| Veterinary Pharmacies |
PD-9000.9400 |
Organizations that are involved in the business of preparing, preserving, compounding and dispensing medications needed by large, small, exotic and zoo animals in accordance with prescriptions prepared by licensed veterinarians. |
0 |
| Veterinary Referral Services |
PD-9000.9500 |
Programs that maintain lists of animal hospitals or individual veterinarians and link pet owners with veterinary care providers who can meet their needs. |
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| Veterinary Services |
PD-9000 |
Programs that provide diagnostic and treatment services for animals who have illnesses, injuries or emotional problems; and which euthanize animals who are aged or in severe pain because of untreatable health problems. Preventive care is generally also available. |
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| Veterinary Technician Volunteer Opportunities |
PX-0500.9000-900 |
Organizations that are actively seeking veterinary technicians who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to prepare treatment rooms for the examination of animals; restrain animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation; administer injections; draw blood; apply wound dressings; clean teeth; take vital signs and provide other types of support for licensed veterinarians. |
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| Veterinary Technologists/Technicians |
YO-3000.9100 |
Individuals who perform many of the same duties for a veterinarian that a nurse would for a physician including routine laboratory and clinical procedures. They may perform laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood counts, assist with dental prophylaxis, prepare tissue samples, take blood samples or assist veterinarians in a variety of tests and analyses. They may also obtain and record patient case histories, expose and develop x-rays and provide specialized nursing care. |
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| Veterinary Telemedicine |
PD-9000.9520 |
Veterinary clinics that use video conferencing, mobile apps or other telecommunication options to deliver health information, education or care for animals remotely. The appropriate application of telemedicine can enhance animal care by facilitating communication, diagnostics, treatments, client education, scheduling and other tasks. The telehealth scenarios that veteranarians see most frequently and those with greatest success include post-operative follow-up, dermatologic concerns, behavioral issues/training, transportation issues, hospice care, basic triage (whether the pet should be seen by the veterinarian), environmental hazards that might contribute to a particular condition and long term care monitoring. Practitioners must comply with laws and regulations in the state in which they are licensed to practice veterinary medicine. Telemedicine may only be conducted within an existing veterinarian-client-patient relationship, with the exception for advice given in an emergency care situation until a patient can be seen by or transported to a veterinarian. |
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| Viatical Settlements |
LH-4000.9000 |
Programs that make an arrangement that allows people with life threatening illnesses who have an existing life insurance policy to receive a "living" cash benefit of up to a designated percentage of the face value of the policy. The program continues to make the premium payments on behalf of the individual and receives the policy's full face value from the insurance company at the time of the individual's death. |
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| Vibrio Food Poisoning |
YF-3000.3160-900 |
A form of food poisoning that is caused by a bacillus found in raw shellfish, oysters and clams and is characterized by flu-like symptoms, watery diarrhea, abdominal cramping, vomiting, fever and chills, and, if ingested by individuals with impaired gastric, liver, kidney or immune function, possibly fatal septicemia. |
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| Victim Impact Programs |
FF-0500.9100 |
Programs that offer classes which are designed to help offenders accept responsibility for their criminal actions, understand the impact of crime on victims and the community, and refrain from future criminal behavior. Individual classes may focus on specific types of crimes (generally those involving a personal relationship such as domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse or bullying) or may be intended for a broader range of offenders (e.g., those involved in property crimes, drunk driving, drug-related crimes, robbery, gang violence, sexual assault, homicide). The classes may involve personal presentations by victims of crimes (not specific victims of offenders in attendance but victims in unrelated cases) who describe how their victimization has affected their lives. Parents of incarcerated youth and people who provide services for victims may also participate. Offenders are encouraged to enter into a dialogue with the guest speakers. Victim impact classes have been adapted for both adult and juvenile offenders (the majority being for juveniles) in diversion, probation, prison, pre-release, detention, and parole supervised settings. |
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| Victim/Offender Mediation Programs |
FN-1900.9000 |
Programs that provide opportunities for crime victims to meet with offenders in a safe, structured setting, discuss the circumstances and impact of the crime and participate in the formulation of a restitution plan which may be monetary, consist of work for the victim, entail community service, or involve other forms of compensation for harm that was caused. With the assistance of a facilitator, victims have an opportunity to ask questions and describe how the crime has affected them and/or their families. The focus of victim/offender conferencing is on victim healing, offender accountability and restoration of losses. |
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| Victims of Accidents Caused by Impaired Drivers |
YX-0600.8500-900 |
Individuals who have been injured as the result of an accident precipitated by a person who was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. |
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| Victims of Human Trafficking |
YX-1500.9000 |
Individuals (including adults and children, males and females) who have been abducted, sold, recruited under fraud or pretence or otherwise brought under the control of another person, and forced, by means of threats, intimidation, violence or other forms of coercion, into unpaid or underpaid labor, servitude, prostitution or forced marriage, either domestically within their own country or internationally. Other forms of exploitation include provision of children for illegal adoption, provision of women as mail-order brides, and subjection of individuals of all ages to the forced removal of organs. |
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| Victims of Trafficking for Organ Trade |
YX-1500.9000-900 |
Individuals who have been compelled by need or force to provide organs for transplantation, either domestically within their own country or internationally, often in situations where they are being exploited by a trafficker whose objective is to obtain profit in the "organ market". The illegal trade is dominated by kidneys, which are in the greatest demand and the only major organs that can be wholly transplanted with relatively few risks to the life of the donor; but tissue from the liver, lungs and pancreas can be transplanted from living donors. Trafficking for organ trade can be defined as the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of a person, either living or deceased, for the purpose of removing one or more of the person's organs, by means of coercion, abduction, deception, abuse of power or a position of vulnerability; or a transfer of payments or benefits to achieve the consent of a person having control over a person; and the illicit transportation and transplantation of those organs in one or more other persons for profit or any other purpose. |
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| Victims' Rights Groups |
TD-1600.3100-850 |
Organizations that support the passage and enforcement of laws and other social measures that protect and promote the rights and interests of crime victims. |
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| Victims/Survivors |
YX |
Individuals who have suffered physical injury, emotional distress and/or loss of property as the result of an actual or attempted criminal offense by another person or through a destructive act of nature. |
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| Video Conferencing Facilities |
TB-1100.9000 |
Programs that provide facilities and equipment which allow discussion between two or more groups of people who are in different places but can see and hear one another using electronic communications. |
0 |