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William J Shepperson VA out reach

Is a out reach for veterans going to be placed in Worland Wyoming, and if so when and where???? Continue

Added by William J Shepperson on March 19, 2010 at 7:32pm — No Comments

Terry Schow Akaka Receives Advocate of the Year Award from NASDVA

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs (NASDVA) presented U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-Hawaii) with its Advocate of the Year award in recognition of his work for veterans, their families, and their survivors. NASDVA honored Akaka with the award this morning following a Joint Hearing of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs.

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Added by Terry Schow on March 18, 2010 at 2:30pm — No Comments

VET PAO Sanders-Kucinich effort would provide treatments for Gulf War veterans

25 percent of 1991 Gulf War veterans still disabled, suffering from Gulf War Syndrome; Funding would pay for treatment-focused research

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Added by VET PAO on March 17, 2010 at 9:13am — No Comments

Lane Carson Louisiana DVA Helps Bring Soldiers Home With Donation From Military Family Assistance Fund

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) announced today a $200,000 contribution from the Military Family Assistance Fund to help pay to charter buses to transport members of the Louisiana National
Guard’s 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team from Camp Shelby, Mississippi to the soldiers’ hometowns across Louisiana.


Members of the 256th will deploy to Iraq later this month. They have been training at

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Added by Lane Carson on March 10, 2010 at 10:53am — No Comments

VET PAO VA Publishes Employee Training Letter Expanding Reach of Gulf War illness Claims

VA acknowledges “25 percent” of Gulf War veterans are ill; Expands coverage to Afghanistan War veterans

Written by Anthony Hardie, 91outcomes Publisher

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Added by VET PAO on March 8, 2010 at 9:56am — No Comments

José M. León Jr. LZ Lambeau Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans

Events at Lambeau Field Will Honor, Welcome Home Wisconsin’s Vietnam War Veterans A wide-reaching statewide effort to honor Wisconsin Vietnam War Veterans will culminate in a Weekend of recognition and celebration of their service and sacrifice for veterans and their families.

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Added by José M. León Jr. on March 4, 2010 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Terry Schow 2010 Mid Winter Training Conference

Thank you State Directors, VA, DoD, National Governors Association, White House and Senator Akaka for another successful NASDVA Mid Winter Training Conference. We especially appreciate those Directors who made the trip and are pleased that many others attended virtually via a live webcast from the hotel. Special thanks to all presenters, to Susan M

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Added by Terry Schow on February 26, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments

Daniel Bell Missouri’s Veteran Partnership Presents Listening Post Report to Governor Nixon

News Release — Missouri Veterans Commission

For Immediate Release Contact: Daniel Bell, Public Information

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Added by Daniel Bell on February 5, 2010 at 10:15am — No Comments

M. David Hampton Arizona's Historic Soldier's Cemetery in Sierra Vista

The remains of 58 soldiers who served in the Arizona Territory during the late 1800s rest in a special recreated 1800s military cemetery at the Southern Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Sierra Vista with the snow covered mountains of Fort Huachuca in the background. Originally bur… Continue

Added by M. David Hampton on January 27, 2010 at 8:29am — No Comments

Terry Schow Letter to NASDVA from DoD Physical Disability Board of Review

The Department of Defense Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) is currently adjudicating the cases of eligible veterans, many of whom would like to appeal the decisions of their Physical Evaluation Board. Yesterday we received a letter and Frequently Asked Questions document from Michael F. LoGrande, the President of PDBR. The letter and FAQ are linked below and recommended to your attention. Link: Let… Continue

Added by Terry Schow on January 20, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments

Robert Horton Alabama Governor's Toy Program Benefits Military Children

Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Clyde Marsh (second from right) joins Gov. Bob Rily and members of Hoover Fire Department at the annual Christmas Toy Drop at the Alabama State Capitol. MONTGOMERY, Ala. – More than 5,000 children throughout Alabama are receiving toys for Christmas through this year’s toy drive organized thr… Continue

Added by Robert Horton on December 16, 2009 at 3:40pm — No Comments

Frank Santos Scharff Administrative Asst Spc/Prog Spc

I am seeking a POC for the VA ctr on Guam. I am currently a VA employee and would like to transfer back home to Guam to spend time with my remaining siblings. I have not been home since I entered the military (35-36 years). I appreciate any assistance from any one and thank you for your understanding and consideration. I can be contacted at frank.scharff@va.gov my office # 214-857-2035. Thank you. Continue

Added by Frank Santos Scharff on December 16, 2009 at 7:18am — 1 Comment

M. David Hampton ARIZONA VETERAN HOME STREET NAMED FOR MEDAL OF HONOR HERO

Major General Hugo E. Salazar, Joey Strickland, Director, Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services, and Governor Jan Brewer at street renaming ceremony.

Family mem… Continue

Added by M. David Hampton on December 8, 2009 at 10:32am — No Comments

VET PAO IL's Operation Employ Veterans to Help Veterans Transition to Civilian Life

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2009 Governor Quinn Announces Statewide Initiative to Help Veterans Transition to Civilian Life “Operation Employ Veterans” Provides Key Link to Businesses CHICAGO – November 20, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today announced Operation Employ Veterans, a statewide initiative that will help servicemen and women transition into civilian life by providing employment training and contact with potential employers. Operation Employ Veterans was announced during the “A… Continue

Added by VET PAO on November 22, 2009 at 10:38pm — No Comments

M. David Hampton VETERANS’ DAY AT THE ARIZONA STATE VETERAN HOME

Photo:ADVS Director Joey Strickland, far left; Governor Jan Brewer, and Victor Daniels, Military Affairs Advisor to the Governor listen as taps is played at the Arizona State Veteran Home. VETERANS’ DAY AT THE ARIZONA STATE VETERAN HOME (Phoenix)-Governor Jan Brewer, Joey Strickland, Director… Continue

Added by M. David Hampton on November 19, 2009 at 11:06am — No Comments

M. David Hampton VETERANS’ DAY AT THE ARIZONA STATE VETERAN HOME

Photo:ADVS Director Joey Strickland, far left; Governor Jan Brewer, and Victor Daniels, Military Affairs Advisor to the Governor listen as taps is played at the Arizona State Veteran Home. VETERANS’ DAY AT THE ARIZONA STATE VETERAN HOME (Phoenix)-Governor Jan Brewer, Joey Strickland, Director… Continue

Added by M. David Hampton on November 19, 2009 at 11:06am — No Comments

M. David Hampton Arizona Governor Brewer Signs Gold Star Military Medal Law

PHOTO: Seated: Governor Jan Brewer. Standing left to right: Major General Hugo E. Salazar, David Hampton, Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services, Senator Al Melvin and Senator Jack Harper. Arizona Governor Brewer Signs Gold Star Military Medal Law Phoenix – Arizona Gover… Continue

Added by M. David Hampton on November 9, 2009 at 11:59am — No Comments

VET PAO New Research Findings: Chronic Health Symptoms Caused by Pesticide Exposure, Worse with Greater Exposure

From the 91 Outcomes blog Written by Anglico. (Washington, DC - November 2, 2009) - Neurological symptoms are caused by exposure to pesticides and are made worse with certain kinds of pesticide exposure and duration of exposure, according to scientific research presented today in Washington, DC by… Continue

Added by VET PAO on November 7, 2009 at 9:24pm — No Comments

VET PAO John Scocos: Don’t neglect mental health services for vets

Don’t neglect mental health services for vets By John A. Scocos Veterans Day in Wisconsin is a special moment of reflection for the more than 427,000 veterans in this state. Their service spans not only the last century but also reaches into the 21st century. As I reflect on my second deployment to Iraq I am acutely aware of the physical, mental, and psychological costs borne by our military men and women currently serving in our country’s conflicts. And these costs do not end with their acti… Continue

Added by VET PAO on November 6, 2009 at 7:32am — No Comments

VET PAO New Veterans’ Lottery Ticket to Benefit Illinois’ Veterans

Quinn Administration Launches New Veterans’ Cash Stars & Stripes Lottery Ticket Proceeds Benefit Illinois’ Veterans; More Than $7 Million Raised Since 2006 CARBONDALE–Quinn Administration officials today continued a statewide launch of the newest Veterans’ Cash scratch-off lottery ticket, the Stars & Stripes ticket. Governor Quinn began the tour in Chicago on Wednesday, October 28, followed by stops in Peoria and Springfield. The ticket’s net proceeds benefit rehabilitative programs a… Continue

Added by VET PAO on November 2, 2009 at 11:46am — No Comments

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