Veterans Services Announcements

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Local Veterans Day Events
11/02/2023
Programs honoring Veterans that will be celebrated the Week of November 6 include parades, ceremonies and musical performances.
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Annual VA Benefits Update Meetings
03/17/2023
Get a rundown of VA Benefits at one of four annual meetings facilitated by our Veterans Services' Counselors.
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Vietnam War Peace Treaty 50-Year Anniversary
03/10/2023
Manatee County is hosting a commemoration of the 50-year Anniversary of the Peace Treaty that ended the Vietnam war, releasing the remaining Prisoners of War (POWs), March 29, 9 to 11 AM.
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Make the Connection to Mental Health Information
12/16/2022
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs urges Veterans to make the connection to mental health resources through a Website tailored by service branch and era, combat experience and gender.
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Operation Green Light for Veterans
11/01/2022
Manatee County buildings will be illuminated green, November 7 through 13, as part of a new national initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to show support for military Veterans.
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New Women Transition Assistance Program
New Women Transition Assistance Program
05/21/2021
The VA has launched a new online, self-paced course to help transitioning and newly separated servicewomen connect with health benefits.
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Washington Elected President of the CVSOA
05/12/2021
Manatee County Veterans Services Officer, Lee Washington, is the new President of the County Veterans Services Officer Association of Florida (CVSOAF), representing the 67 Florida county Veterans Services offices and advocating for all Florida's Veterans and their families.
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Celebrate Women Veterans Week
Celebrate Women Veterans Week
03/12/2021
The social media campaign, which kicks off on Sunday, March 14, will consist of a daily post, categorized by those who are now protecting, educating, healing, raising our next generation, helping others plan for the future and serving those in need.
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Presumptive Conditions & Pension Changes
02/26/2021
Three new presumptive conditions have been added to the Agent Orange list, and the recognized war period for Vietnam was moved up.
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Agriculture Group Helps Veterans Grow
01/20/2021
Veterans and their friends are invited to join Operation Eco Vets’ exclusive group of volunteers that meet once a month on Saturday mornings to help on the Easterseals' Organic Farm.
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Bay Pines Offering Vaccines for Veterans Aged 75+
01/13/2021
Veterans who are over the age of 75 who are living in the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System region and have the ability to travel to/from Lee County twice, can schedule an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine that will be distributed this Saturday at the Lee County clinic.
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Medina Recognized as January Employee of the Month
01/12/2021
Renee Medina’s interest in joining Manatee County’s Veterans Services Team resulted from a positive benefits appointment with a Manatee County counselor
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Coming Home to Peace Virtual Series
Coming Home to Peace Virtual Series
01/05/2021
A free weekly Women's Resource Center virtual series that will provide ways to try to find the inner peace and give you confidence to move forward.
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VA to Contact Veterans About COVID-19 Vaccine
12/30/2020
The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine has arrived at 113 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs facilities. Veterans in Manatee will be contacted by the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System with information about how to receive the vaccine.
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New Single Point of Access Phone Number
12/21/2020
By calling 1-800-MyVA411, Veterans and their families can be put in touch with a live agent immediately--24 hours a day/365 days a year.
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VA Health Chat App
Get Quick Answers to Minor Health Problems
12/16/2020
The VA Health Chat App provides easy, online access to chat with VA staff when you have minor health questions and more.
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Have You Downloaded the Wellness Guide?
12/07/2020
Learn to invite more positive habits into your daily routine with short, easy-to-use activities.
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Army Set to Reevaluate Discharge Cases
11/24/2020
A settlement agreement could result in the upgrading of some less-than-honorably discharged soldiers.
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Free Passport Photos in November
11/06/2020
Veterans and active-duty personnel can receive a free passport photo, along with copies and notary services, during November, courtesy of the Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller’s Office.
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Manatee Veterans Takes PREVENTS Pledge
10/07/2020
The Executive Order calls for the development of a comprehensive plan to empower Veterans and end suicide through coordinated suicide prevention efforts, prioritized research activities and strengthened collaboration across the public and private sectors.
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Kiwanis Veterans Appreciation Luncheon
10/16/2019
Tuesday, November 5th: This Veterans Appreciation Luncheon is hosted and sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Bradenton, to honor Manatee County Veterans. (Complimentary tickets are available in Veterans Services.)
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Veterans Benefits Workshop
10/07/2019
October 10th: A Veterans benefits workshop is being presented by the State College of Florida.
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Veterans Day Block Party
09/23/2019
Saturday, November 9th: free celebration featuring live music, food, and fun! All proceeds support Veterans.
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Veterans Stand Down Court 2019
09/23/2019
Saturday, November 2nd: Veterans can get help with court fees, traffic fines, and driver's license assistance.
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VA offers free legal clinics for Veterans
09/22/2019
The VA is offering free legal clinics for Veterans in Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
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Vietnam War Commemoration - March 30, 2019
03/11/2019
A special Vietnam War Commemoration is planned at Sarasota National Cemetery (Patriot Plaza) on Saturday, March 30th. The Military Officers Association of Sarasota (MOAA) is hosting this event to honor Vietnam Veterans.
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Free Dental Care Event for Local Veterans
03/06/2019
Free dental care event for local Veterans - Thursday, March 7th
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MLK Community Health & Wellness Fair: January 25th
01/07/2019
Free! Health screenings, free haircuts, free food and entertainment, and more!
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20th Annual Manatee County Stand Down
08/31/2018
Saturday, November 3: Stand Down focuses on helping homeless and potentially homeless Veterans and their families but also helps non-Veterans and their families receive critical needs services.
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Manasota Military and Veteran Community Social Mixer
06/04/2018
An Open Invitation to all Active Duty, National Guard, Reservist, Coast Guard, Military Veterans, Families, and Supporting Organizations (Must R.S.V.P. by July 13th)
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2nd Annual Manasota Military Ball is Saturday, Feb. 10
01/03/2018
The 2nd Annual Manasota Military Ball is open to all Veterans, military active, Reservists, National Guard, Coast Guard, family members, military guests, government employees and all friends that support our efforts daily.
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