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On this trip you will be able to
relax and enjoy some great fishing. This trip is on Rainy Lake, by
International Falls MN, where Veterans can get to know other Veterans
and clear their mind of all the craziness in the world today. Sponsored
by the MN DAV Outdoors Programs, this is open to all Veterans of all
ages.
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Each Gold Star Family member (spouse, child, parent, sibling only) is entitled to free parking and admission, as well as a catered picnic lunch that day! All tickets registered for will be mailed to the registrant prior to the event.
Extended family members (those beyond spouse, children, parents,
and siblings) or other friends/guests will be able to purchase
discounted admission tickets, which include parking, for $24 instead of
the regular price of $36 and $15 for parking! Please contact Tracy at Valleyfair to purchase any additional tickets needed at (952) 496-5332. All additional tickets purchased will be mailed to you directly by Valleyfair.
- Admission and picnic lunch for Gold Star Families covered by MDVA, parking included
- Discounted admission and parking available for guests of Gold Star Families
- Programming will be offered during lunch hour
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The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans will be hosting
the following event:
Veterans can now work directly with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to resolve debt collection issues resulting from inappropriate or delayed Choice Program billing. A Community Care Call Center has been set up for Veterans experiencing adverse credit reporting or debt collection resulting from inappropriately billed Choice Program claims. Veterans experiencing these problems can call 1-877-881-7618 for assistance and press 1 at the prompt.
There is a monthly meeting for Native American Veterans from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the Minneapolis American Indian Center.
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Health Focus Thursdays Announce
St.
Cloud, Minn: Veterans
served by the St. Cloud VA can help themselves stay healthy by attending one or
more of a series of health education classes this fall. The classes are
scheduled on select Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon, in Building 29, Room 20E,
at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center, located at 4801 Veterans Drive in St.
Cloud, MN.
The
classes focus on health and well-being and each session covers a unique
topic. No appointment or referral is needed, and Veterans may select the
classes they want to attend. Co-pays may be required. One-way beneficiary
travel reimbursement is available for eligible Veterans.
Class
Schedule
Sept.
1 - Communicating with
Health Care Providers
Sept.
15 - Alternative Pain Management
Treatments
Oct.
6 - Improving Sleep
Oct.
20 - Yoga Introduction
Nov.
3 - Health Benefits
of Volunteering
Nov.
17 - Communicating Assertively
Dec.
1 - Coping with Grief
Dec.
15 - Managing Holiday Stress
For more information and to sign-up contact the
Primary Care/Mental Health Integration staff at (320) 252-1670 Ext. 7531.
Join the DAV of MN Outdoors as they explore the Tang of the North
Resort in a beautiful secluded section in the Canadian Wilderness.
Participants will be flying into the resort by float plane and staying
for a few days. Veterans will be able to fish, relax, meet new friends,
and just have an overall great time.
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Vietnam Era Veterans Recognition Planned at VA Town Hall Meeting
St.
Cloud, Minn:
Recognizing Vietnam-era Veterans is the first item on the agenda at the
upcoming Veterans Town Hall meeting on Aug. 24, at 5 p.m., American Legion Post
#59, located at 613 Legion Dr., in Montevideo, MN.
The St. Cloud VA Health Care System, a
Commemorative Partner in the national Vietnam War Commemoration, is committed
to publicly thanking and honoring Vietnam Veterans and their families.
Vietnam Veterans and families desiring to
participate in the Commemoration event can simply show up and check in at the
designated table, said Kerri Schwegel, Outreach Coordinator for the St. Cloud
VA HCS.
The
town hall meeting is intended to provide Veterans an opportunity to hear from
and have concerns addressed by St. Cloud VA officials.
Beginning
at 4 p.m., County Veteran Services and VA staff will be available to discuss
enrollment in VA health care and provide information on the full range of
Veterans benefit programs.
About the Vietnam War Commemoration: Authorized by Congress, established under the
Secretary of Defense, and launched by the President in May 2012, the Vietnam
War Commemoration recognizes all men and women who served on active duty in the
U.S. Armed Forces from November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975. Nine million
Americans, approximately 7 million living today, served during that period, and
the Commemoration makes no distinction between Veterans who served in-county,
in-theater, or were stationed elsewhere during those 20 years. All
answered the call of duty.
By presidential proclamation issued on May 25,
2012, the Commemoration extends from its inaugural event on Memorial Day 2012
through Veterans Day 2025.
To learn more about
the Vietnam War Commemoration, go to: www.vietnamwar50th.com.
The Minnesota Twins have announced that DAV State Commander, Michael (Mick) Aguirre has been selected to throw out the 1st pitch at the Twins game against Cleveland on Sunday, September 11. Commander Aguirre was elected DAV State Commander in May 2016 and serves as the leader of the more than 18,000 member organization here in Minnesota. Aguirre, a member of St. Paul Chapter 2 of the DAV, is a former Marine who served in Vietnam. Mr. Aguirre's family has been honored in St. Paul for a long history of service in the Armed Forces. He will be joined on the field with his immediate family.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities will be hosting a Statewide
Veterans Conference. Individuals and organizations who work with
Veterans are encouraged to share best-practices, network with other
professionals, and either attend or present at one of the break-out
sessions.
If your organization would like to present at the conference, proposals are being accepted through July 29.
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Minnesota Advanced Manufacturing Partnership (MnAMP) colleges can offer Veterans:
Training for jobs in Machining, Mechatronics, and Welding
Start with a manufacturing core curriculum, which leads to career pathways and industry recognized credentials
Credit for Prior Learning
Earn college credits for military experience. Use the MnSCU VETS system to instantly identify credits.
Dual-Training & Apprenticeship Opportunities
- Build on prior military service and work experience
- Gain year-round employment while going to college
- Master skills and earn wages with a company during training
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