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Paralyzed Veterans of America – Wisconsin Chapter

The Wisconsin Chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America works to improve the quality of life for American Veterans and others with spinal cord injury, dysfunction, or disease such as multiple sclerosis and ALS, providing sports and recreational therapy, adaptive sports, wheelchair games, benefits advocacy, and caregiver support.

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Cost
Free membership
Coverage
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, serving Veterans across Wisconsin (Wisconsin)
Eligibility
U.S. military Veterans with a spinal cord injury, dysfunction, or disease such as multiple sclerosis or ALS; membership is free.
Availability
Programs include sports, adaptive sports, wheelchair games, and a Virtual Battle Buddy program; contact the chapter office.
Last Verified
October 9, 2026

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