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Memorial Day ReMEMBERING the Meaning of Memorial Day

Memorial Day is an important holiday for the military community and the country to remember those who have served and died. Many Americans spend the day off work at a barbecue or at the beach, where the true meaning of the day can get overlooked. Cohen Veterans Network, a nonprofit network of mental health clinics for veterans, service members and their families, is offering information and resources to emphasize the meaning of Memorial Day and the significance of honoring those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Do you know the true meaning of Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is to honor and remember those who have served in the military and died.

Memorial Day is different from Veterans Day (honor those who have served) and Armed Forces Day (thank those who are currently serving).

What are ways to honor the fallen on Memorial Day?

Less than 1% of Americans are serving in the military but all can honor the fallen.

Raise Awareness about the Meaning of Memorial Day

Talk to your Kids about Memorial Day

Part of commemorating Memorial Day is preserving the legacy of those we've lost, and this includes ensuring younger generations understand the true meaning of the day! We've created a "Learning about Memorial Day" guide for kids to help teach children what Memorial Day is and why it's so important.

Support Surviving Families

For families and loved ones of those who have served and died, Memorial Day is EVERY day.

Healing from loss can be a difficult process to go through alone. Cohen Veterans Network provides accessible, high-quality mental health care to veterans, service members, and military families across the United States. Donate to support military families.

Cohen Veterans Network

Cohen Veterans Network (CVN) is a national not-for-profit philanthropic network of mental health clinics serving post-9/11 veterans, service members and their families. Learn more about CVN: cohenveteransnetwork.org