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For over 12 years, the award-winning Minnesota Military Radio (MMR) has been the forum for retelling the stories of Minnesota?s heroes. Vietnam Veteran and volunteer host Tom Lyons shares these stories which are carried on 65 broadcasting stations throughout the state of Minnesota 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.
This week, we learn about the Daniel Drevnick Memorial Fund, meet with the Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System.
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The State of Minnesota Veterans Day program will take place Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Inver Grove Heights Veterans Memorial Community Center.
Breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m., with the official program starting at 10.
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The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is again accepting submissions for Veterans Day events happening throughout the state.
If you know of a Veterans Day event happening in your area, you can submit the event for consideration to be listed on the MDVA website. Submissions are for public Veterans Day recognition events only - discounts and deals for Veterans Day will not be considered. The deadline for submissions is Oct. 27.
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The public is welcome to safely and securely dispose of unused and expired medications at VA locations throughout the state.
- St. Cloud at the VA Medical Center, 4801 Veterans Drive, on Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enter at the Bldg. 1 Main Entrance near the flagpole.
- Alexandria at the Max J. Beilke VA Clinic, 410 30th Ave E, on Nov. 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Brainerd at the Brainerd VA Clinic, 722 NW 7th St., on Nov. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Montevideo at the Montevideo VA Clinic, 1025 N 13th St., on Nov. 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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The Upper MN River Valley Suicide Prevention Coalition is offering Lethal Means Safety Training Nov. 1 from noon to 1 p.m.
When someone attempts or dies by suicide many people want to understand the WHY. Come and learn the importance of HOW the information can help prevent further suicides.
Lethal means are objects (e.g., medications, firearms, sharp instruments) that can be used to inflict self-directed violence. Lethal Means Safety (LMS) is an intentional, voluntary practice to reduce one?s suicide risk by limiting access to those lethal means.
Creating space and time between an object a person is thinking about using to die by suicide can prevent suicide.
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Are you without housing? Unstably housed? Paying unaffordable rent? During this event, help is available for former and current members of the military.
- Get screened for housing vouchers and subsidies.
- Get help with employment search.
- Connect with a financial coach.
- Apply for Veteran benefits.
- Apply for Social Security disability benefits.
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The Minneapolis Veterans Home and the Minneapolis VA are honoring those who have served by co-hosting a decorated vehicle parade on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11. Cars will make two trips around the Home?s campus for our Residents and their families to enjoy. The parade is set to arrive at 11:15 a.m.
If you?d like to register to become one of those decorated vehicles and join in the fun, contact Greg at 651-248-1604 or [email protected].
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The Scott County Historical Society (SCHS) is honored to host special guest speaker, Dr. Ha Tuong on Nov. 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. for the SCHS Nights at the Museum program.
Dr. Tuong, a war researcher and author, has a unique view about the Vietnam War, as reflected in his two books, Two Minnows, and his newest The War. Dr. Tuong will speak about the reason he wrote the books: to make the voices of Vietnam Veterans and the South Vietnamese heard.
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Provide your unique insights and perspectives to help shape spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury research in Minnesota! The Office of Higher Education is seeking individuals to fill two seats on the Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury (SCI-TBI) Advisory Council.
This group shapes, develops and advises the Office of Higher Education on their SCI-TBI Research Grant Program. This grant provides $3 million annually to research institutions in Minnesota; many of these projects have received national notoriety and have already helped Minnesotans gain mobility and a better quality of life. The Council?s work not only benefits the academic community, but also has a real-life impact for people with SCIs and TBIs.
For more information on the SCI-TBI Research Grant Program or the SCI-TBI Advisory Council and how to apply, Contact Laura Benson at the Minnesota Office of Higher Education: [email protected], 651-259-3906.
The Minneapolis VA Vocational Rehab program is hosting a job fair for Veterans and their spouses on Nov. 15 from 1:30 - 4 p.m.
No registration required, please come prepared for a potential interview and don?t forget your resume. On-site resume review and interview preparation will also be provided.
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The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions the VA presumes are caused by exposure to these substances. This law helps provide generations of Veterans?and their survivors?with the care and benefits they?ve earned and deserve.
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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 may still reach the Veterans Crisis Line with the previous phone number?1-800-273-8255 and Press 1?by text (838255), and through chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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Minnesota Veterans who served sometime between September 11, 2001, and August 30, 2021 may be eligible for a Post-9/11 Service Bonus. More than 20,000 Minnesota Veterans who served in the Global War on Terrorism have already received bonuses totaling $21.4 million in recognition of their service.
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is distributing nearly $39.8 million in bonuses. Eligible Veterans are paid on a first-come, first-served basis, so Veterans should apply today before the funds are gone.
To apply, visit MinnesotaVeteran.org/ServiceBonus.
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If you know of a Veteran-related community event happening in your area you would like to submit to be included in our Friday Digest, please email all event information to [email protected] for consideration.
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