Jul 03 2023
WWII Veterans were recently honored at a special gathering at Northern Colorado Regional Airport arranged by Brad Hoopes. Brad is the owner of Remember and Honor, which leads the way in recognizing and honoring Veterans for their service to our country. WWII Veterans were the major focus of the recent gathering. A major feature of …
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Dec 05 2022
The Greeley Active Adult Center (AAC) found great pleasure in hosting the 2022 Veterans Recognition program and the gathering of 64 veterans, their families, friends and three AAC staff members. Breakfast was provided by Good-Sam Fox Run’s Allyson Tator, Administrator and chef Tammy. A filling and delicious breakfast it was. The program was opened by …
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Jun 13 2022
National VA Research Week occurs in May. This year’s theme was “Science in Service of Veterans.” The VA Office of Research and Development encourages Veterans, Veterans Service Organizations, VA employees and other stakeholders to learn more about VA research’s significant role in improving Veterans’ health and well-being. VA research is often the channel for new …
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Jun 21 2021
The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to virtually everyone who wants it. To date, just 36% of the American public is fully vaccinated. Even with new variants of the disease on the rise, recent polling suggests that up to one quarter of society may choose not to be vaccinated. COVID continues to be a security …
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Jun 07 2021
Arapahoe County is dedicated to serving veterans in accessing the benefits they are eligible for through the Veteran Services Office. Our Service Officers are veterans themselves and they have the experience to assist with a wide-range of services. The County just opened a new office in Aurora near the Veterans Administration Hospital. Now with two …
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May 24 2021
The Veterans Plaza of Northern Colorado was established 10 years ago to honor all past and present service personnel who have served our country. Among the numerous features found at the plaza are an amphitheater and stage, a stunning statue entitled “On Strong Shoulders,” a Victory Garden that holds over 200 soil samples from various …
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Apr 26 2021
Veterans Honoring Veterans (VHV) is a non-profit organization of veterans and supporters whose mission to honor US military veterans in Northern Colorado by presenting them with a commemorative statue of their branch of service (US Army, US Navy/US Coast Guard, US Marines, US Air Force/US Army Air Corps and Lady Veterans.) Presentations to the veterans …
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Mar 15 2021
Therapeutic and rehabilitation benefits of crafting are well-known to those who’ve experienced them firsthand, but advocates want more people to understand what a powerful healing tool it can be, particularly for the nation’s veterans during this time of increased isolation and anxiety. To raise awareness of the healing and unifying power of crafting, the non-profit …
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Jan 11 2021
(Pictured l-r) Veteran Pat Frantz, USMC 1982-1986, 1st Marine Division. Pat, his wife Lori and three children are Windsor residents. Tom Brown, USMC 1994-1998, 4th Marine Division. Tom, wife Lisa and 3 children live in Fort Collins. Tom Forsyth, USAF 1996-2001. Tom has four children and lives in Greeley. Pat, Tom, & Tom: Thank you …
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Apr 28 2020
One of the many things that has always amazed me when I’ve interviewed veterans, is the vastly different experiences they were often exposed to because of their service in comparison to those they grew up with. It could be a different environment or climate, a new group of people or culture, or certainly just being …
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Jan 22 2019
Veterans and their dependents are potentially eligible for benefits. Eligibility is determined during an intake interview. The Veteran Service Officer (VSO) serves as your advocate to assist you with the preparation, presentation and possible appeal of your VA benefits. Bring the following to all appointments: Discharge or separation papers (DD214 or equivalent); Service Treatment Records …
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Nov 20 2018
The setting led Mary Scott, MSW, owner of Heart Scars 6, LLC to team up with Wendy Buckley, Stillwater’s co-founder in presenting a Veterans & Families Retreat featuring speakers, Equine activities, BBQ, Music and camp-fire warmth and relaxation. Military veterans representing the USN, USMC, USAF, USA shared their heart wrenching & heart warming service experiences. …
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