Veterans
Vietnam War Veterans Day Returns March 29
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For the second year, American flags should be displayed March 29 to mark National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
Soldier Stories: Near Chu Lai, Army Nurse Treated Civilians, Soldiers — and Vietcong
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- Written by Robert Naeye Robert Naeye
In the December 2017 issue of 50plus LIFE I told the story of Ann Thompson, who served as an Army nurse during the early period of direct American involvement in the Vietnam War.
VA Hotline Now Fully Staffed and Operational
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced that the White House VA Hotline is now fully staffed with live agents working to serve veterans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
VA Community Clinic Relocating in 2018
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Lebanon VA Medical Center has announced it is relocating its current Cumberland County VA Community Clinic in Camp Hill to a new and expanded facility in Mechanicsburg.
Job-Seeking Vets, Hiring Employers Try to Connect at Veterans’ Expo & Job Fair
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
Current military personnel of all ages, veterans, and their families found benefits information and job opportunities recently at the fourth annual Veterans’ Expo & Job Fair at Spooky Nook Sports, Manheim.
Social Security News: ‘Wounded Warriors’ Site Supports Veterans
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- Written by John Johnston John Johnston
Supporting veterans and active-duty members of the military is a key part of Social Security’s mission. Our disability program has helped countless wounded warriors and their loved ones.
Vets Can Enroll in Discount Program at Expo (2)
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Representatives from the Recorder of Deeds office will be on hand at the Veterans’ Expo & Job Fair on Nov. 2, helping all honorably discharged Lancaster County veterans record their DD-214 papers and enroll in the free Thank a Vet veterans discount program.
Wartime Vets, Surviving Spouses May Qualify for A&A Benefit
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For many aging or disabled veterans who need help with activities of daily living, finding the funds to pay for the care they need is a common concern.
Expo & Job Fair Honors, Supports Capital Area Veterans (2)
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
“Any company organization that supports veterans—that draws me here.”