Paralyzed Veterans of America Central Florida

10/08/2026

Meet Anita Bloom Ornoff, PVA’s first female member and a trailblazer.

Following Pearl Harbor and with family in Germany on her mind, Anita enlisted in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) without telling her parents. However, during her U.S. Army training, a mishandled thumb infection reached her spinal cord, leaving her paralyzed and discharged just months before a legal change would have made her eligible for full status and GI benefits.

But rather than accepting that outcome, she rebuilt her independence.

Explore more you may not know about Anita — like her decadelong campaign that reached The White House and both Presidents Harry Truman and Dwight Eisenhower, and why we recently honored her legacy at our Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat ( ): https://bit.ly/46WcRez.

10/01/2026

09/17/2026

Caregivers need support, too. Caring for a loved one can come with questions, challenges and responsibilities that can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it all alone.

PVA Central Florida has gathered caregiver resources, support information and helpful tools in one place to help caregivers find the guidance they need. Explore our Caregiver Resources:
⁠pvacf.org/how-we-help/caregivers/

09/10/2026

Be Part of Something That Makes a Difference.

Whether you’re an eligible veteran, a current PVA member looking to transfer, or someone who wants to give your time and talents, there’s a place for you at PVA Central Florida.

Membership connects eligible veterans with a community dedicated to advocacy, support and serving the needs of veterans with spinal cord injury or disease. And for those who want to make a difference through service, volunteer opportunities are available, too.

Ready to get involved?
Explore membership options, transfer your membership or learn how to volunteer @

JOIN PVA Central Florida There are four different way to join the Central Florida chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America: Online Membership You’ll find the new online membership form—as well as new-and-improved information about PVA membership benefits. Sign Up Online Membership Are you a vete...

09/02/2026

Advocacy is how we make sure the voices of veterans with disabilities are heard.

At Paralyzed Veterans of America Central Florida, advocacy means working to protect rights, improve access, and push for meaningful change on issues that directly impact veterans and people with disabilities. From accessible air travel and adaptive housing to caregiver support, emergency preparedness, VA services and more, these issues matter.

Want to know what PVACF is advocating for? Visit our website to explore the issues, learn more about the legislation and see how advocacy can make a difference. Visit the Advocacy page: pvacf.org/advocacy/

08/05/2026

Competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories. 💪🇺🇸

The Paralyzed Veterans of America – Central Florida Chapter recently traveled to the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, where our athletes brought determination, heart, and plenty of team spirit to every event.

Swipe through our photos for a look at the competition—and the fellowship that made the trip so special. We’re proud of every athlete who represented our chapter!

08/05/2026