Oregon Paralyzed Veterans of America (OPVA), incorporated in 1976, is a chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America. OPVA serves the needs of its Members – U.S. military veterans with spinal cord injury or disease (SCI/D) – and helps them enjoy the highest possible quality of life.OPVA, Members, Associate Members, Family Members, Volunteers, and allied organizations work to provide leadership and advocacy in
Improving health care and SCI/D research and education
Protecting veterans rights and benefits
Improving awareness of disability rights
Offering sports and health-promotion activities
Increasing accessibility and removing architectural barriers in Oregon, Southwest Washington, and Idaho.
A 501(c)(3) charity,