Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership

thru: VA Finger Lakes Healthcare System Canandaigua

• Provides military veterans with resources, support, and advocacy in higher education services including:

Free tutoring through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) and Peer Mentoring.
VA Work-Study opportunities.
Counseling and ongoing treatment for readjustment, stress, anger, depression, anxiety, and sleep problems.
Refer and work with the university to request academic accommodations.
Coping strategies for classroom difficulties -- attention, concentration, restlessness.
Assist with enrollment and care at VA New York Harbor Healthcare System.
Obtain help and resources from within the VA and its affiliates including Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) and Vocational Rehabilitation Services.
Tai Chi and Distress Tolerance Groups.

Eligibility: Veterans enrolled in a local college or university.

Application Process: Call for information.

Required Documentation: Call for information.

Fees: Call for information.

Coverage Note: Western New York State including Monroe, Ontario, Wayne, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, Seneca and Livingston Counties.