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If you know a Veteran, please forward this issue to him or her as it provides important updates, resources, and information. In this Update:
Upcoming Memorial Day Events in Southern York County
This upcoming weekend, our nation will pause to remember the lives and legacies of America’s bravest soldiers – those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Our communities will come together to pay tribute to the life, service, and sacrifice of our brave servicemen and women who gave it all defending our nation. Below are several events taking place across southern York County: Sunday, May 24, at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 24, at 2 p.m. Monday, May 25, at 8:30 a.m. Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m. Monday, May 25, at 1 p.m. Fourth Annual Women Veterans Day Commemoration
In honor of the service, sacrifice and contributions of women who have served in the U.S. military, the fourth annual Women Veterans Day Commemoration will be held at the Pennsylvania State Capitol June 10 at 11:30 a.m. Female Veterans are invited to submit a personal reflection on “What Service Means to Me” for the virtual women veterans display which will feature each Veteran’s likeness along with their reflection. To be featured in this year’s virtual display, submit your information here before May 8. The virtual display will be available online here beginning June 8. Read more about this special commemoration. Requiring Public Schools to Display the POW/MIA Flag
The Senate Education Committee passed Senate Bill 835 which requires all Pennsylvania public schools already displaying the American flag to also display the POW/MIA flag. The POW/MIA flag is a powerful symbol recognizing and honoring the courageous men and women of the Armed Forces who remain prisoners of war or missing in action. By displaying this flag, schools also demonstrate their commitment to supporting military families and educating students about the importance of service. Read more about Senate Bill 835. Amputee and Paralyzed Veterans Pension Program
Qualifying Veterans can apply through their County Director of Veterans Affairs to receive $150 per month through Pennsylvania’s Amputee and Paralyzed Veterans Pension program. Applicants must have been a Pennsylvania resident upon entering the military; have received Honorable or Under Honorable Conditions discharge; have a service-connected injury or incurred a disease resulting in the loss or loss of use of two or more extremities; and have at least a 40% or higher disability rating compensation rating in each limb as determined and certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Find your County Director of Veterans Affairs here. Improving Veteran Access to Homeownership
All Veterans, service members, and surviving spouses applying for a VA-backed home loan can now obtain their active Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in real-time through the VA: Health and Benefits mobile app. A COE verifies eligibility for the VA Home Loan Program to lenders. Veterans Job Listing
Every week, the Pennsylvania National Guard Association updates its free job board with good openings for National Guard members, Veterans and their families across Pennsylvania and in nearby states. The board features nearly 10,000 employment and internship postings. What are Vet Centers?
VA Vet centers provide free and confidential readjustment counseling for war-zone Veterans and their families, from World War II to the current Global War on Terror. Vet centers are small, non-medical, counseling centers conveniently located in our region. They’re staffed by highly trained counselors and team members dedicated to seeing you through the challenges that come with managing life during and after the military. Whether you come in for one-on-one counseling or to participate in a group session, you can form social connections, try new things and build a support system with people who understand you and want to help you succeed at Vet centers. Who is Eligible to Receive Services at Vet Centers?Vet center services are available to Veterans at no cost, regardless of discharge character, and without the need to be enrolled in VA health care or having a service-connected disability. If you are a Veteran or service member, including members of the National Guard and Reserve, you can access Vet center services if you:
Contacting Your Local Vet CenterEven if you are unsure if you meet the criteria to receive services from a Vet center, please contact a center. Center services are also available to family members when their participation would support the growth and goals of the Veteran or active-duty service member. If you consider them family, so does your local center. Bereavement services are also available to family members of Veterans who were receiving Vet center services at the time of the Veteran’s death, and to the families of service members who died while serving on active duty. Vet center locations in Pennsylvania are:
For more information, please visit www.Vetcenter.va.gov. |
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