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 The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is hosting special ceremonies at each of the four State Veterans Cemeteries in Duluth, Little Falls, Preston and Redwood Falls on Sunday, May 24.
MDVA encourages members of the community to attend this pre-Memorial Day event to honor and remember service members in Minnesota who made the ultimate sacrifice and show support for the families left behind.
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For over 15 years, the award-winning Minnesota Military Radio (MMR) has been the forum for retelling the stories of Minnesota’s heroes. Retired Command Sergeant Major, Veteran and volunteer host Doug Wortham shares these stories which are carried on 72 broadcasting stations throughout the state of Minnesota, and broadcasted nationally on the Wreaths Across America Radio Network, in an effort to preserve the stories of our Veterans and keep listeners up to date on things happening at MDVA and in our Veteran community here in Minnesota.
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It’s important to make mental health an ongoing priority in our lives and communities. Community advocacy for mental health and what’s needed to support our own and our neighbor’s mental health and well-being can help others feel more comfortable talking about mental health, seeking help and ensuring access to helpful resources that are available when people need them. As a result, community efforts will help:
- Build connections
- Foster the feeling that no one is alone
- Make space to gain perspective on the difficulties we and our neighbors are experiencing
- Connect our neighbors to mental health services and resources in times of need
NAMI MN provides free education and support groups and confidential crisis resources to reach communities across the state, including those who remain disproportionately affected in the wake of recent ICE operations in Minnesota. Learn about free classes and support groups and find resources here.
Information provided by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Hear from hundreds of Veterans who explain openly and honestly, in their own words:
- How certain symptoms made them realize they could benefit from mental health care
- What held them back from asking for help - and how they overcame their hesitation
- Which mental health treatments worked best for them and how it changed their lives
- What they want other Veterans to know about mental health care
Veterans of all ages, branches and backgrounds are sharing their stories of military and civilian life experiences and challenges. Find a story that speaks to you.
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A Minnesota Medal of Honor recipient was interred without any indicator that he was awarded the highest military award for his service during the Civil War. Joseph Burger, Company H, 2nd Minnesota Infantry, was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved the train.
The public is invited as this oversight is corrected and the Medal of Honor medallion is dedicated. In addition, 16 new headstones of Civil War Veterans, many who have been in unmarked graves for decades, will be dedicated. Help to show proper respect to all of these Veterans.
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Memorial Day is a day of remembrance to honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in military service to our country. It is a poignant time to reflect on the sacrifices of our fallen heroes and to pay tribute to their legacy of courage, dedication and selflessness.
Fort Snelling National Cemetery will be hosting a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25. Ceremony at 10 a.m. This ceremony will feature Keynote speaker Richard Middleton, Commander of Fort Snelling National Cemetery Memorial Rifle Squad. Also included will be music by the 34th Infantry Division “Red Bull” Band - FSNC and the Memorial Rifle Squad to provide military honors.
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Minneapolis-Richfield American Legion Post 435 invites Veterans, their families, and members of the greater community to join in honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Join Monday, May 25, for their annual Memorial Day Ceremony, beginning at 10 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery, 5901 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN.
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St. Peter American Legion Post 37 invites the community to join them on Monday, May 25, for a Memorial Day observance honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The event will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Minnesota Square Park in Saint Peter.
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Food insecurity knows no boundaries – impacting all walks of life, including those who have served our nation. There’s a new effort to make sure our heroes have food to eat.
The Minnesota Veterans Food Pantry serves as a key fundraising platform of the Minneapolis VA’s pop-up food pantry, which occurs every third Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Those in need will receive a food box that includes shelf stable items (boxed meals/canned items), frozen items (meat/fish), and fresh items (fruits/vegetables).
Staff members are also on site to connect Veterans with other resources available through the VA.
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Welcome to Café Drop-In Group for Veterans.
Join the group at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center for educational sessions, games and social time hosted by the Mental Health Integrated Care Community. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
The group meets the third Friday of the month at 1 p.m. on the fourth floor in room 4T 112-113 of the Minneapolis VA Medical Center.
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The U.S. Veterans Administration’s (VA) National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) aims to support and educate those who experience trauma or PTSD-related symptoms. Tools and resources can help you on your wellness journey.
It can be challenging to support a friend or loved one with PTSD. It can strain relationships and create challenges at home. If you have a loved one with PTSD, there are resources to support you as well.
The first step in supporting someone with PTSD is understanding what it is. We invite you to learn the basics of PTSD. Once you understand the basics, you can begin to advocate for your loved one.
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The Veterans Crisis Line's number—988 then Press 1—helps make it easier to remember and share the number to access help in times of need.
Veterans can use this option by dialing 988 and pressing 1 to contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Veterans can also reach the Veterans Crisis Line by text (838255) and through chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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If you know of a Veteran-related community event happening in your area you would like to submit for consideration in our Friday Digest, please email all event information to mdva.communications@state.mn.us for consideration.
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