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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 a.m.
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The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs has gathered submissions for Veterans Day events happening across the state. If you are looking for an opportunity to celebrate Veterans Day in your area, you can view our list below.
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Our new Preston Veterans Home is set to open this winter. On Oct. 30, two Rochester TV stations aired stories about the new home and the work that?s going into it. Watch them both for a preview of what our Veterans can expect!
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The public is welcome to safely and securely dispose of unused and expired medications at VA locations throughout the state.
- 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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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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Join for an interview-style discussion with Bill Strusinski, a remarkable individual whose life story weaves together the threads of courage, camaraderie, advocacy and public service. This special event, hosted by the College of Humanities & Social Sciences, offers a rare opportunity to gain insight into the life of a Vietnam War veteran and combat medic turned accomplished government official and lobbyist.
Moderated by Randal Dietrich, Executive Director for the Minnesota Military Museum. Bill?s book ?Care Under Fire? will be available for purchase and signing following the event.
This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Earley Center for Performing Arts, Room 203A or online
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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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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. Onsite 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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