Posted on Mar 12, 2024
PO3 Ashley Perry
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I am a disabled veteran and I tried calling the va for assistance moving as I can't lift my moving boxes and furniture myself. They transferred me to different departments with no answers to help.
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Try contacting your nearest VSO (American Legion and VFW) to see if they can spare some bodies
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SSG Christopher Conklin
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Have you try getting hold a local veteran post or maybe the country VA?
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PVT Steven Bornman
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The county or state VSO don't offer moving services for veterans just maybe just maybe referrals.
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SSgt Christophe Murphy
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The VA doesn’t have bandwidth for that type of request but I would reach out to your local Vet Non profits for assistance. I’m sure you can get some volunteers
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PVT Steven Bornman
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The VA doesn't help veterans move, unless you work for the VA then you could get help then. That is moving to another VA location for a job transfer.
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As a disabled veteran, where can I seek physical help with moving (boxes and furniture)?
PO3 Ashley Perry
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Thank you for the help everyone! I did reach out to the American Legion posts in both states and they said they will do what they can to help. I also contacted the DAV and they are working on a quote for me!
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SGT James Hunsinger
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I just saw your OP and figured you probably resolved this one way or another but I was going to suggest reaching out to DAV. It's a wonderful organization and they can get you help with a lot of things. I became a lifetime member after they helped me a lot unraveling a nightmare of bs with the VA.

Did you finally get this resolved?
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SSG Robert Perrotto
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I’m in a similar boat and moving can be such a hassle when you don’t have the physical ability to handle boxes and heavy stuff on your own. I’ve found that after reaching out to local posts and nonprofits with limited luck, going with a full service moving company was honestly the easiest option for me. The movers handled all the packing, loading, and reassembling furniture, which made it way less stressful than trying to organize volunteers or ask friends for help. It might be worth checking with ThreeMovers https://threemovers.com/full-service-movers/ if you haven’t already since they handle lifting, packing, and even reassembly, so you won’t have to worry about doing any of the heavy lifting yourself. They were really understanding and professional when I needed extra help because of my disability.
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1st Lt Teah Pelliccione
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It might be worth contacting a local moving company and asking for a discount. Usually the smaller /local places can offer some deals, versus the corporate chains.
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Gabriella Hollon-Meadows
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Along with your local VSO's, reach out to your local Boys & Girls Clubs or Scout Troops. Years ago, I was lucky enough to get the High School Wrestling Team to help me move my apartment into a storage unit, before a cross-country move. You can also check to see if your city, county or state has a senoir agency that may know of other resources. Good Luck to you.
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PVT Steven Bornman
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Heck, when I needed help none was available in Denver Colorado. Had to call moving companies for help at a cost of thousands of $$$. On a fixed income would have loved some volunteers to help a 100% rated veteran in a wheelchair to some point. But, it is a crap shoot if you find help or not just have $$$ either way.
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SGT Eddie Kirkland
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Check with local Amvets, VFW or American Legions for a community liaison. I know our Amvets Riders love getting out helping other veterans. Even their Son's or Auxiliary may be able to help. Good luck!
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PO1 Robert Ryan
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Agree with MSG Livingston VFW VSO or American Legion.
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