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As part of Paralyzed Veterans of America, the New England Chapter is a regional organization focused on serving the needs of its members and veteran in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont who have experienced a spinal cord injury or disease. As part of this effort, we also advocate on behalf of all citizens with disabilities and welcome their support. For this reason, we have created, in addition to our regular (Life) voting membership, the Affiliate and Honorary membership categories.

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WHY JOIN?

Benefits of Membership

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PVA membership opens up a world of programs and services designed to help you live your best life: assistance with your earned VA benefits; help with employment and higher education; sports and recreation opportunities; and a window into our important research and advocacy efforts.

PVA Members also receive:

  • You can meet fellow members and participate in local social and sporting events.
  • A monthly e-newsletter with updates on PVA and Chapter programs and services, our advocacy efforts, upcoming events, member stories, and more.
  • Complimentary print and digital subscriptions to PN magazine, an invaluable resource for people with SCI/D, their family members, and caregivers.
  • A complimentary online subscription to Sports ‘N Spokes magazine, a resource on sports and recreation for people living with SCI/D and amputations.
  • Help with higher education through PVA and Chapter scholarship program.
  • Access to a Facebook Group just for PVA members.
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Benefits of Membership

PVA membership opens up a world of programs and services designed to help you live your best life: assistance with your earned VA benefits; help with employment and higher education; sports and recreation opportunities; and a window into our important research and advocacy efforts.

Who is Eligible?

PVA membership is open to anyone who:

  • *is a citizen of the United States or its territories;

  • *is a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces and whose discharge was other than dishonorable; AND

  • *has a spinal cord injury or disease (SCI/D).

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