Photo of K9 Veteran Blacky and Veteran Nick Drake

PHOENIX, Ariz.- They say dog is man’s best friend, but when the connection between human and animal could mean the difference between life and death, some may argue that bond runs even deeper.

For

Photo of Nora McDonald

This week’s Staff Spotlight features our Admissions Coordinator Nora McDonald!

 Name: Nora McDonald

Role at ADVS: Admissions Coordinator at Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson

When did you

Arizona Veterans' Donation Fund

PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services (ADVS) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Veterans’ Donation Fund (VDF) Large Grant winners!

The Arizona Legislature created the VDF in 1999 to

Breanna Doorlag and her husband, Nebraska Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Corey Doorlag

PHOENIX - Did you know that Arizona proudly supports Veteran spouses by offering free tuition to Arizona’s universities and participating community colleges?

This initiative is specially designed

Photo of ADD Jack Beasley

This week’s Staff Spotlight features our Assistant Deputy Director of Administration, Jack Beasley!

 Name: Jack Beasley

Role at ADVS: Assistant Deputy Director of Administration

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Memorial photo of Lt. Col. Gene D. Kleese

The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS) has launched "Stories of Our Heroes," a new series focused on sharing the lives and legacies of our Arizona Veterans who have been interred in one

Patient in hospital bed

PHOENIX - During the past 14 years, did the VA deny you reimbursement for emergency medical expenses you incurred at non-VA facilities? If so, ADVS may be able to advise you on how you can take

Photo of Tribal Outreach Liaison Geri Kinsel-Begay

This week’s Staff Spotlight features our Tribal Outreach Liaison Geraldine “Geri” Kinsel-Begay!

Name: Geraldine “Geri” Kinsel-Begay

Role at ADVS: Tribal Outreach Liaison with the Public &

Photo of Chief Major Sergeant Jeff "MadDog" Madorski's casket

BELLEMONT, Ariz.- More than 300 people gathered at the Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery at Camp Navajo (AVMC-Camp Navajo) last month to say their final goodbyes to a friend, mentor and dedicated

Photo of VBC Liliana Edwards

This week’s Staff Spotlight features our Veteran Benefits Counselor Liliana Edwards, who recently received the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services VBC Most Improved Award!

Name: Liliana