Welcome
We, the members of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Group of the Blinded Veterans Association mission is to develop a closer relationship among the blinded veterans of our Nation; to assist in their rehabilitation; to hasten their acceptance into the community; to keep members informed of the facilities, and to help in their
VA SERVICES
REGIONAL GROUP
REGIONAL GROUP
Within the Mid-Atlantic Region, there are several VA Medical Centers which are serving our veterans. Among the Veteran Hospital locations are: Baltimore Maryland VAMC; Hampton Road Virginia VAMC; Richmond Virginia VAMC; Roanoke/Salem Virginia VAMC; Washington D.C. VAMC; Wilmington Delaware VAMC.
REGIONAL GROUP
REGIONAL GROUP
REGIONAL GROUP
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Group, a subsidiary of the Blinded Veterans Association, covers Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Within BVA, we are in District 3 of 6 Districts. Our District Director is Monaca Gilmore.
HISTORY
REGIONAL GROUP
HISTORY
The Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) was formed in 1945 and was chartered by Congress in 1958. BVA helps veterans and their families meet and overcome the challenges of blindness. Services of BVA are available to all veterans who have become blind, either during or after active duty.
QUALIFYING VETERAN
QUALIFYING VETERAN
QUALIFYING VETERAN
Any person who has served in the Armed Forces of the United States if he/she has sustained an impairment of sight or vision. The criteria for impairment is defined as central visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye with corrective lenses, or a visual field restriction of no greater than 20 degrees or less in the better eye.
AFFILIATE MEMBER
QUALIFYING VETERAN
QUALIFYING VETERAN
Any supportive organization, group or person who desires to support our free programs for blinded veterans. You are also lending your voice to the Association as we advocate for policies and issues that affect every blinded veterans. With over 50 Regional Groups around the country, you can also take part on a local level in social events and raising awareness of the challenges facing blinded veterans.
MISSION
To support and serve blinded women veteran members of BVA through awareness and advocacy efforts that are impactful to their health and welfare.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Monaca Gilmore (Chair), North Carolina
Email: pettisgilmore@yahoo.com
Phone: 252-822-3486
Marlene Davis Lilly, Arkansas
Email: davislillys@yahoo.com
Phone: 870-413-9406
Jeanie Murphy, Kansas
Email: r.jeanine96@gmail.com
Phone: 785-410-6575
Michaun Harrison, Virginia
Email: vetrt66@yahoo.com
Phone: 703-868-7883
Elizabeth Holmes, Georgia
Email: bebcol773@gmail.com
Phone: 706-615-3346