Resources for Brevard Social Work Students and Alumni

This is a list of resources for caregivers in Brevard County. This list was generously compiled and made available by Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice.

This post contains a list of various veteran benefits and resources, to include Aid and Attendance, Pension, Burial, Caregiver, and other beneftis. The resource information in this post was provided by Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice.

The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs is the premier point of entry for Florida veterans to access earned services, benefits, and support.
Read the full article for information on different veterans benefits available through various state and charitable agencies, including mental-health assistance, financial assistance, property-tax exemptions, tuition assistance, and more.

The NorthStar program, of St. Francis Reflections, is a bereavement support group for children from 4 to 18 years old. The program is free to children and families living in Brevard County. "The NorthStar Program brings grieving kids together for support and friendship and gives them a way to grow and heal from their grief." 

The BVC and VMC honor veterans with a Memorial Park, a free museum dedicated to veterans in Brevard, and frequent community events. Additionally, the BVC/VMC are available to either assist veterans in need, or connect them with those who can.

A brief overview of the various degree programs available through the Florida State University College of Social Work. From BSW, to MSW, to PhD programs, see if the #FSUCSW has a degree path that meets your needs.

Author: Amanda Herrnkind, MSW
I am honored to have been an acting social worker who, through different experiences with the Veteran community, was able to obtain a list of local resources that have made a difference in the lives of at least one, and often many.  

Learn more about everything the Florida State University Student Veterans Center has to offer FSU student veterans, active military, National Guard and Reserve troops, and dependent family members. Links and contact information to get you connected to someone who can answer your questions.