of male Veterans experience ED. (appx)
Help more than 1 Million California Veterans Receive the Benefits They've Earned
Together, CACVSO and Eddie® are educating County Veterans Service Officers and Representatives about the significant prevalence of ED (appx 90% of male veterans), its causes and contributing factors, and the associated SMC-K benefits these Veterans are entitled to.
Additionally, ED is the largest connection between service-connected and non-service-connected conditions, allowing VSOs to help secure additional benefits and coverage for Veterans.
Accompanying this statewide education is a $1,000 Scholarship granted to those who complete the education course on ED and SMC-K. Register below to find out about the next education event taking place in your county.
Veterans nationwide are affected by ED.
Annual SMC-K benefit available to qualifying Veterans.
Why This Matters
ED is the most under diagnosed and under treated condition affecting Veterans.
ED is closely linked with chronic disease, medication side effects, mental health conditions, and lifestyle choices.
More than 200 diseases and disorders and 300 medications contribute to ED. ED often serves as the bridge between service-connected and non-service-connected conditions. SMC-K gives VSOs another way to connect the dots, helping more Veterans qualify for the secondary service-connected benefits they’ve earned.
Educating VSOs is the first step to identifying ED in Veterans and directing them to appropriate treatment, improved quality of life, and additional VA benefits.
Learn. Advocate. Earn a $1,000 Scholarship.
County Veterans Service Officers and Veterans Service Representatives who register and complete the ED and SMC-K education program are eligible to receive a $1,000 scholarship, sponsored by Eddie.
The program will roll out county by county over the next 90 days. Register early to reserve your place in the rollout and complete the program within the participation window.
Register
Complete a short registration form and we'll follow up with your kickoff details.
Learn & Advocate
Attend your education session, learn from experts and healthcare professionals about ED and SMC-K, and receive practical tools and resources.
Earn
Complete the program and receive your $1,000 scholarship. For details, check with your County Director.
Why CACVSO Chose to Partner with Eddie
CACVSO and Eddie share a common goal: helping California Veterans receive the care, support, and benefits they've earned.
This partnership provides County Veterans Service Officers with practical educational resources, Veteran-facing tools, and ongoing support, making it easier to recognize overlooked conditions, start meaningful conversations, and better serve every Veteran seeking assistance.
The Most Effective ED Treatment
Eddie is an FDA Class II Medical Device that provides Veterans with a non-pharmaceutical treatment option for erectile dysfunction.
Combined with diagnosis, treatment with Eddie can allow Veterans to achieve eligibility for SMC-K as a result of disease or disorder, side effect of a medication, or result of a lifestyle choice that is service-connected.
Eddie is an FDA Class II Medical Device that provides Veterans with a non-pharmaceutical treatment option for erectile dysfunction.
For many Veterans, Eddie becomes part of a larger conversation about service-connected conditions, medication side effects, SMC-K eligibility, and long-term health.
- FDA Class II Medical Device
- Non-pharmaceutical treatment
- Compatible with existing medications
- Supports conversations about Veteran benefits
Expand Your Resources
Every registered VSO receives immediate access to tools designed to facilitate Veteran education, identify potential benefit opportunities, and support better conversations.
Conditions Checker
Research and link service-connected conditions to non-service-connected conditions allowing Veterans to secure coverage and benefits including SMC-K.
Education & Guides
Share Veteran-friendly resources that make it easier to start conversations about ED, ED treatment, and available benefits.
VSO Resource Center (Coming Soon)VSO Community (Coming Soon)
A private community where VSOs can collaborate, share best practices, access new resources, and connect with peers nationwide.
