The VFW Podcast Is Here
The VFW has begun its next journey of communications with veterans, service members and military families through the VFW Podcast, its new communication platform. “The VFW Podcast will feature one-of-a-kind perspectives and insightful conversations concerning veteran legislation, education and financial assistance programs, national veterans’ services and critical initiatives from our lens,” said VFW National Commander Harold “Hal” Roesch II. THE VFW Podcast will be available the first Wednesday of each month for the remainder of 2020 and will be found on all major platforms and includes Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Deezer, Stitcher, Pandora and on the VFW website. Beginning in 2021, the VFW Podcast will air the first and third Wednesday of the month. The stated guest list will consist of congressional leadership, Departments Of Defense and Veterans Affairs senior officials, VFW national leaders and everyday veterans doing amazing work in their communities.
Some VA Benefits To Resume In-Person
The VA Announced the reopening of in-person benefit services in select locations. Currently, 11 regional offices are open to the public. The reopening of other regional officers will depend on local conditions. They will follow CDC guidelines to include social distancing, face coverings, hand sanitizer and asking sick individuals to stay home. Veterans can still access the VA online or by phone.
Women Veterans and VA Benefits
Women veterans are the fastest growing veteran demographic. A wide variety of VA benefits are available to eligible women veterans. These benefits include disability compensation, pension, education and training, health care, home loans, insurance, vocational rehabilitation and employment and burial. VA also has a Center for Women Veterans, Women Veteran Coordinators, health care for women veterans and benefits for survivors of military sexual trauma. Learn how to get started with Women Veterans Health Services. The Women Veterans call center can assist with further information through their online chat, text or call 1-855-829-6696 (VA_Women)
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VA #FightFlu Initiative
The VA has expanded the options eligible veterans have on where they can receive a seasonal no-cost flu shot. Veterans can now receive a standard-dose or high-dose flu shot at their local VA Health Care facility, in-network community retail pharmacy or an urgent care location. If you are eligible you only need to present a valid, government-issued ID at a covered location.
Complete The Airborne Hazards And Open Burn Pit Registry
All veterans who served in eligible locations should include their information in the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pits Registry. Participation in the registry is very important as it will allow VA to track burn pit exposure and draw inferences regarding associated adverse health effects. Exposure to burn pits may be associated with respiratory conditions such as asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). Recently, the VA stated that veterans with underlying respiratory conditions may be at greater risk for developing complications related to COVID-19. Service members and veterans who have already signed up for the registry should make sure their contact information, phone number, address and email are up-to-date.
NOW HEAR THIS
My Post 516 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will be 100 years old on Oct. 23,2020. But because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have postponed our celebration at the Post until it is safe. You will be notified when we have our birthday party.
