Thursday, August 8, 2019

Interveterans Sep 2019

 

Interveterans Council meeting

September 25, 2019 at 7pm at the Navy Club



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Fundraiser for Sangamon Co Veterans Van

SEP 21, 2019 Hosted by Chatham VFW Post 4763
Come watch the Cubs Cardinals Rivalry At 1:20
Followed by Karaoke at 5:00

Mostaccioli will be served for $5.00 per person.

Money raised during this event will go to the Sangamon County Veterans Assistance Commission for purchase toward new van to transport veterans to VA Hospitals.
https://www.facebook.com/events/578346215903833
 
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Time to raise some money for the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight! We are looking for some silent auction items or gift cards etc; There will be Live Music, great food, great cars and tons of fun! This will be a fantastic time for a great cause so PLEASE contact me with any questions or if you have something nice to donate! Have a great day!


FREE DENTISTRY DAY , NOVEMBER 15, 2019

In honor of the 100th Anniversary of the World War I Armistice, the Veterans Memorial Foundation would like to invite you and your veteran organization to attend the rededication of the World War I Memorial at its new location in Oak Ridge Cemetery.


Libby Conroy has volunteered as location leader for Wreaths Across America at Camp Butler National Cemetery.  Wreaths Across America sponsorship can be made using this form or online. If a person would like to have a wreath placed at a grave specif they will need to go our fundraising group's website www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/IL0007
Note that there are other groups collecting for wreaths but they are independent of managing "grave-specific" wreaths. 


Camp Butler Unaccompanied burial ceremony for veterans that did not receive military honors will be held Oct 2, 2019 at 9AM. Open to the public.

Monday, July 1, 2019

Interveterans August 2019



Texas Road House Gold Star Mission Aug 15



Veterans Day at the State Fair:

Sunday, August 11, 2019 Parade will form up from Gate 4. WW2 Veterans will ride in trams in the parade. Sam Montalbano is requesting all area veterans organizations have their organization flag in the parade.
State Fair schedule can be found here:
Sunday, August 11 - Veterans & Gold Star Families Day


Parade entry 

News Release:
https://www2.illinois.gov/IISNews/20393-Veterans_Day_at_the_2019_Illinois_State_Fair.pdf

The Apple Military Discount is a program provided by Apple for active duty, veterans, U.S. Military, National Guard and Reserve and the family members who reside in the same household.  The Apple military discount is 10% on most products. Visit the Apple Military Discount Website or visit and order from any U.S. Apple retail store, at an online kiosk. You can go to Apple.com and scroll to the bottom to click on “Shop for Veterans & Military” under the “Government” heading. If you cannot find the information you need online, you may contact the Apple Store Contact Center team at 1-800-MY-APPLE.
Apple Statement: “At Apple we are deeply grateful to the men and women of our armed forces. We’re proud to offer active military and veterans a new dedicated online store with special pricing as an expression of our gratitude for their brave service.”
Apple launched this new program in December 2018.

“SHARE THE WARMTH HOMELESS VETERAN BLANKET PROJECT” sponsored by Betsy Van Brocklin and the Springfield Vet Center.  If you can help, please do so, plus, please pass this information and email on to your family, friends and veteran/organization email list.



Vietnam Veteran Roy Dolgos gave us information on a Wendi Rensing with CCDC Realty, Taylorville, Illinois.  Roy advised that Wendi can help our brother and sister Vet’s in the Taylorville area with obtaining homes that have been built for Veterans.  If you are interested, you can contact this lady at 217/824-4921 Ext 5 or at her email address of wrensing@christiancdc.org

 

  Trivia Night Oct 26, 2019 at VFW 10302

Illinois State Military Museum Aug 24

Trump signs student debt forgiveness for disabled veterans



Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Discharge

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Inter-Veterans July

 Next Interveterans Council Meeting is 7PM, June 26, 2019 at the Navy Club.  No meeting July or August.  Next meeting September 25, 2019.

Need to discuss State Fair, Veterans Day Parade, Wreaths Across America, Chatham Hog Roast for Honor Flight on July 27, Chatham American Legion Thunder Night in Chatham Aug 9th (tacos).

 

Hi All........ Our Fundraising and Outreach committee has organized a fundraiser on July 19th. Nancy’s Pizza, Spfld will sponsor the event, see flyer below for details. The food is top notch, eat in, carry out or delivery. Mention LLHF when ordering. See you there.  

 

 

 

Celebrate Fourth of July by Sending Exchange Gift Cards to Warfighters

Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs
NEWS RELEASE: 19-076                                                   June 24, 2019
EXCHANGE MEDIA CONTACT: ALEXANDRA PIRKLE – PIRKLEAC@AAFES.COM


DALLAS – Members of the public can show support for service members and their families this Fourth of July by sending gift cards from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s website, ShopMyExchange.com.

The Exchange offers two types of gift cards. E-gift cards may be redeemed online only at ShopMyExchange.com. Physical gift cards can be used at any Army, Air Force, Navy or Marine Corps exchange, including contingency locations in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as at ShopMyExchange.com, MyNavyExchange.com and ShopCGX.com.

Military shoppers may use the gift cards to purchase snacks, electronics, books, clothing and more.

“Anyone—including civilians—can give an Exchange gift card to the service members, retirees and Veterans in their lives as a gesture of appreciation," said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “Exchange gift cards are an affordable and easy way to thank Warfighters

July 4 Mass of Remembrance To Honor All United States Veterans




Dates: Jul-04-2019 - Jul-04-2019
Time: 9:00 am Oak Ridge Cemetery, South of Lincoln’s Tomb.  Please  bring lawn chairs for your comfort.  In case of rain, Mass will be held at the Oak Ridge Cemetery Chapel.  Open to the public.  Call 528-6461 for more information.
Proudly provided by Staab Funeral Homes and the Bishop McNicholas War Veterans Post 1916.


A possible breakthrough treatment for PTSD

A simple shot in the neck could put PTSD sufferers on the path to recovery. Bill Whitaker reports.Jun 16, 2019
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/sgb-a-possible-breakthrough-treatment-for-ptsd-60-minutes-2019-06-16/?fbclid=IwAR20kT18QOw-qeWtrXDZH-sJqy9G50gEO076Jm_740NHZv9zavvjTpr2AkQ





Veterans Hiring event.

Hog Roast for Honor Flight July 27th at the Chatham American Legion.

Northenders Quarter Auction July 7

 

Annual Purple Heart Day

 

A possible breakthrough treatment for PTSD

A simple shot in the neck could put PTSD sufferers on the path to recovery. Bill Whitaker reports.Jun 16, 2019
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/sgb-a-possible-breakthrough-treatment-for-ptsd-60-minutes-2019-06-16/?fbclid=IwAR20kT18QOw-qeWtrXDZH-sJqy9G50gEO076Jm_740NHZv9zavvjTpr2AkQ



Thursday, May 23, 2019

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June 7, 2019
Elks is hosting an event whose monetary proceeds will be donated to help towards the purchase of the van..  We are hosting a USO Dance Party coming up on Friday, June 7th from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. See attached flyer and link to the FB page event.  If you have any questions, contact Ret. Chief Warrant Officer Bobby Edwards or Exalted Ruler John Begue or myself for further information.



Google is hosting a Veterans Resume Workshop on June 7th. Check out the following link for registration.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pCHJ9RxQlMdWeHw0GQM9wJU0lzS1GkPw2IDoNOY49dc/viewform?edit_requested=true&fbclid=IwAR2p8a8Ya_Xa-KSgdHfFIFshab4Xrhj4eKLDtuUsEikoRsmhAgI1jMfmC7s
Sunday, June 9, 2019 - 3 pm

ELKS LODGE 158 Presents its Annual FLAG DAY CEREMONY
Ceremony takes place on the Lakeside Grounds
409 E. Lake Shore Drive, Springfield, IL 62712
Learn the History & see the flags that represent the many years of patriotism
(Stay for our Sunday Funday w/Robert Sampson follows immediately after the ceremony)  



Military Day at Championship June 14


Chatham American Legion Homecoming

June 29, 2019
Northenders VFW Post 10302 Poker Run

July 4, Mass of Remembrance Oak Ridge


Hog Roast July 27 in Chatham for Honor Flight

Chili and hot dog fund raiser
100% proceeds go to Land of Lincoln Honor Flight


Next Meeting is June 26, 2019 at 7PM

Saturday, May 11, 2019

Inter-Veterans May Meeting



Memorial Day at Camp Butler

Interveterans Sangamon County 



Aspen Dental dentists and teams will once again be providing free dental care to veterans nationwide on June 8.
For the sixth year, nearly 500 Aspen Dental offices nationwide will open their doors to serve veterans in their local communities as part of their community giving initiative, the Healthy Mouth Movement.
Starting May 1, veterans can call 844-277-3646 to find a participating Aspen Dental office in their community and schedule an appointment for June 8.
Advance appointments are required.
Dentists and teams will treat the most urgent needs of each veteran to ensure any dental pain is relieved, including anything from fillings and extractions to basic denture repairs.
Routine cleanings and examinations will also be provided free of charge.
https://www.military.com/benefits/free-dental-care-for-veterans-aspen.html

Stay on Top of Your Veteran Benefits

Military benefits are always changing. Keep up with everything from pay to health care by signing up for a free Military.com membership, which will send all the latest benefits straight to your inbox while giving you access to up-to-date pay charts and more.

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/03/18/heres-all-government-programs-help-vets-jobs-and-benefits.html?ESRC=eb_190319.nl&fbclid=IwAR20pqMX2Nmue_4-rheXTvyrGGSTdCTLcbLYSSNXse7J4W80d34_URfE1_o

VFW 755 Spring Fling Benefit May 18


The in-store discount rewards and celebrates active and former military personnel, veterans and their families every Monday, all year long.
Kohl’s is introducing Military Mondays – a 15 percent in-store discount – to thank active and former military personnel, veterans and their families for their selflessness and service to our nation. The Kohl’s discount is valid in-store every Monday – all year long – when customers show a valid Military ID, Military Dependent ID or Veteran ID at the point of purchase.
Kohl’s military discount has been strongly advocated for by store leaders and Kohl’s Veterans Business Resource Group (BRG) as an opportunity to reward our active and former military personnel, veterans and their families for their sacrifice.
“Through Military Mondays, we are proud to strengthen our support of our military families who have made sacrifices to ensure the safety of our communities,” said Doug Arnoldi, Kohl’s vice president, district manager, and a champion for the military discount. “We saw a need to better serve our brave military families, and this discount is our way to give back, and lighten the load, for families who have given so much.”
In addition to Military Mondays, Kohl’s support of military and their families is expressed in numerous ways throughout the company. Through Kohl’s volunteer program, Kohl’s associates volunteered at more than 250 events in 2018 specifically benefitting 230 organizations that support military causes. Kohl’s associates nationwide are also encouraged to join Kohl’s Veterans Business Resource Group (BRG), which recognizes and celebrates diverse perspectives and fosters an inclusive environment.
To learn more about the incredible savings families enjoy when they shop at Kohl’s, click here.
Kohl's offers active military, veterans, retirees and their immediate family members a 15% discount on purchases made on Mondays, IN STORE ONLY. In order to receive the military discount, eligible customers must present proper identification along with any tender type. Proper identification includes: military identification card; a state-issued identification indicating veteran status; or Form DD 214. FOR MILITARY DISCOUNT, please bring identification to verify your military status for this offer. OFFER CANNOT BE ADDED IN CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER PERCENT-OFF DISCOUNTS OR AGE-SPECIFIC DISCOUNTS. DOLLAR-OFF DISCOUNTS, INCLUDING KOHL'S CASH® COUPONS, YES2YOU REWARDS®, AND PROMOTIONAL GIFTS, WILL BE APPLIED PRIOR TO PERCENT-OFF TOTAL PURCHASE DISCOUNTS/COUPONS. Offer cannot be added in conjunction with any other percent-off discounts. Offer not valid on the following categories and brands of merchandise: Gift Cards; Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise or other charitable items; select online-exclusives; premium athletic; beauty and fragrance; consumables; select electrics; premium electronics and warranty products; sporting goods; sports team merchandise; premium sunglasses; toys; Columbia; Dyson; Koolaburra by UGG; Levi's; S’well and Timberland. See complete list of exclusions at Kohls.com/exclusions or look for signs in store. Offer also not valid on price adjustments on prior purchases; payment on a Kohl’s Charge account; taxes, shipping and/or handling fees. Offer is nontransferable. See associate for details.




Inter-Veterans April Meeting



Please join the Illinois AMVETS, as we join with Illinois veterans, for our first Veterans Lobby Day!

Salvation Army Stand Down

Saturday, March 30, 2019

Inter-Veterans Council Meeting March 2019

Inter-Veterans Council Meeting was held March 25, 2019


The following members attended the meeting




Sam is planning veterans day ceremony and is seeking to honor WW1 veterans.  He shared this sample 














Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day is March 29th.
Veterans Golf League.  www.springfieldparkdistrictgolf.org/registration-forms.html






New veteran ID Cards were discussed.  The House and Senate unanimously passed the Veterans Identification Card Act in 2015.   For more information, see this site:
https://themilitarywallet.com/veterans-id-card/

Do you know a Veteran or a Patriotic Business that deserves recognition for their kind efforts for our Illinois Heroes? Please take a few minutes and Nominate them!
Click here for more details and a nomination form -


Bill proposing reduction in vehicle registration fees for veterans passes the House
http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/billstatus.asp?DocNum=2038&GAID=15&GA=101&DocTypeID=HB&LegID=117539&SessionID=108
     

VA Illiana is planning for our Patient Experience Week, 4/22 – 4/26  and we are hoping to volunteers in our event.  The National Salute efforts were such a success that we would like to know if you and your fellow volunteers would like to distribute a special item or snack one day during the week.   We are looking to do this on Tuesday 4/23/19,  but there is flexibility in the schedule if another day better fits the volunteer availability. 

I am attaching a photo of the general idea that we have for an item.  One of our volunteers did a travel size Kleenex with a phrase of “You Blow Us Away”, which was inexpensive but well received .  She was able to print the phrase out on mailing labels and just stuck it to the Kleenex container.  We would love to see your creativity with the project. 

If you have any interest in supporting our Patient Experience Week efforts please let me know and I am happy to answer any questions you may have.


Jennifer Sheehan-Wells
Jennifer Sheehan-Wells
Voluntary Service Specialist
VA Illiana Health Care System
1900 E. Main St.
Danville, IL 61832
217-554-4525 (office) 

Hippy Run 2019

Next Land of Lincoln Honor Flight is April 2nd.
Unaccompanied Burial at Camp Butler is April 3rd.
Next Interveterans Council of Sangamon County meeting is April 24, 2019