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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that it has surpassed its calendar year goal to house 38,000 homeless Veterans, two months ahead of schedule. As of October 2023, …
Department of Veterans Affairs Exceeds 2023 Goal for Housing Homeless Veterans Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is urging residents to consider donating to programs that support the state’s over 700,000 veterans, service members, and their families …
Pennsylvania Encourages Holiday Donations to Support Veterans through DMVA Programs Read More
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a fresh collaboration with the Global Liver Institute (GLI) to enhance the quality of life for Veterans diagnosed with liver diseases. Aimed …
Department of Veterans Affairs Partners with Global Liver Institute to Improve Veterans’ Liver Health Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has made significant strides over the past year in connecting veterans to their deserved compensation and pension benefits. Through …
Pennsylvania DMVA Connects Veterans to Nearly $1 Billion in Benefits Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County marked the start of Operation Green Light this week with a ceremony honoring the county’s 24,000-plus veterans, held in front of the County’s Historic Courthouse.
Chester County’s Operation Green Light Program Honors Veterans Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Members of Chester County’s veteran community are invited to join in marking the International Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) on Monday, November 20, 2023. This significant event …
Coatesville VA Medical Center Commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance Read More
PAOLI, PA — State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, invites veterans of the 157th Legislative District and their guests to join her for a nutritious appreciation breakfast from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. …
Shusterman Invites Veterans to Annual Breakfast Nov. 9 Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Mark your calendars for a unique blend of creativity, camaraderie and self-care. On Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., the Coatesville VA Medical …
Celebrate Art and Camaraderie at the Women Veteran Arts Program Event Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker announced the availability of $800,000 in grant funding to support Veterans Employment Program (VEP) projects committed to …
Pennsylvania Announces Funding to Expand Veterans Employment Program Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — A staggering rise in fraudulent activities targeting veterans and service members has prompted AARP Pennsylvania to take a proactive stance against these scams. According to the Federal Trade …
AARP Pennsylvania Raises Awareness on Veteran Scams Amidst Soaring Fraud Rates Read More