Terms of Service for Balanced Veterans Network (BVN)
Effective Date: 1 January 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using balancedveterans.org (the “Website”) and the associated community groups, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease use of the Website.
2. Eligibility & Membership
Use of this Website is intended for veterans, active-duty service members, and their authorized supporters. By joining, you agree to provide accurate information and maintain the security of your login credentials. BVN reserves the right to revoke membership at any time for any reason.
3. No Medical Advice
The content provided on this Website—including text, graphics, images, and information shared by members—is for educational and peer-support purposes only.
- BVN is not a medical provider. * Nothing on this site should be construed as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
- Always seek the advice of a physician or qualified health provider before changing your healthcare protocol, especially regarding the use of natural medicines or the cessation of prescribed pharmaceuticals.
4. User-Generated Content & Limitation of Liability
Our community groups are a space for open dialogue. However:
- Non-Endorsement: Content posted by members represents the opinions of the individual author and does not represent the views, positions, or endorsements of Balanced Veterans Network.
- No Responsibility: BVN is not responsible for the accuracy, safety, or legality of any content posted by users.
- Monitoring: While we reserve the right to monitor or remove content that violates these terms, we are under no obligation to do so and assume no liability for content staying on or being removed from the site.
5. Prohibited Conduct
As a member of this “digital fire team,” you agree to the following:
- Illegal Acts: You will not use this Website for any illegal purposes, including the sale, distribution, or solicitation of controlled substances.
- Kindness & Respect: You will treat all members with dignity. Harassment, “flaming,” discrimination, or hate speech will result in an immediate and permanent ban.
- Privacy: You will respect the “Safe Space” of our groups. You agree not to share, screenshot, or distribute the personal stories or private information of other members outside of this Website.
- Spam: You will not use the platform for unauthorized commercial solicitation or “spamming.”
6. Use of Natural Medicines
BVN provides a forum for the discussion of natural medicines (e.g., cannabis, entheogens).
- Members must comply with their local, state, and federal laws.
- The discussion of these substances is for harm reduction and integration purposes only. * BVN does not facilitate the sale of any substances.
7. Intellectual Property
The BVN logo, branding, and original content produced by BVN staff are the property of Balanced Veterans Network. You may not use our intellectual property for commercial purposes without express written consent.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Balanced Veterans Network, its directors, officers, and volunteers from any claims, damages, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from your use of the Website or your violation of these Terms.
9. Modification of Terms
BVN reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify members of significant changes via the email address associated with your account. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Insert State, e.g., Pennsylvania], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.