DUBS is catering the dinner and the Auxiliary will be providing the desserts.
Please RSVP to Commander James Shaffer at thekeeperofhonor@gmail.com, no later than December 11, 2023.
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** Note that we typically don't meet in July or December. That means our next meeting is Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 1 p.m. at SUVH. A big thank you to the Veterans Home for making this great offer. I can't think of a more fitting venue.
This is a great opportunity to visit the facility to learn more about how the SUVH fulfills its mission statement to “…care for veterans, families of veterans, employees, and our community.”
During this event, there will be music, prizes, giveaways, facility tours, food, and a short program featuring a special guest speaker. Everything at the event will be entirely FREE, including the food! Everyone is invited.
I think many of us have not been out to the Veterans Home since before the COVID-19 pandemic, so this is a great opportunity to refamiliarize ourselves.
Thanks, David
I would love to see members of our Veterans Coalition attend our 9/11 commemoration event (Patriot Day: Remembering 9/11) at Historic Town Square, from Sept. 9-11.
Here is what we have in store this year.
• The commemoration program is set for Saturday, Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. at Town Square, near the splash pad.
• The Field of Heroes, set for the lawn just to the west of the Gold Star Memorial, will be set up the afternoon of Sept. 8 and stay up through the morning of Sept. 12. This is being set up by the Dixie High School Air Force Junior ROTC.
• On Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. there will be a flag retirement ceremony, conducted by the Sons of the American Revolution. This is new for 2023.
• On Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m., Concert in the Park at Vernon Worthen Park features a patriotic concert with local favorites such as Eric Dodge. I think the tone struck in this concert will be reverence along with an uplifting reminder of how we were united as a country in the days after Sept. 11, 2001.
Thanks, David
If you have something you would like to include on the agenda for discussion, please let me know by Monday afternoon. Having items on the agenda helps us stay on track and get finished within the hour that we have the room.
Our speaker will be Matt Anderson from Follow the Flag, who will discuss the unfurling of the largest free flying flag in the world, which is scheduled for Veterans Day in Snow Canyon State Park. I'm excited to hear about it.
Thanks, David
Iron County Fair
Wild Wild West Outlaw Car Show
Monday, September 4, 2023
Parowan Lion’s Park
145 South 300 East
CLICK HERE FOR CAR SHOW FAIR REGISTRATION
The VA Regional Benefit Office will be assisting with questions and applications for benefits.
Thanks! David
I don't believe we have a "speaker" lined up, so if you think your agenda item needs more time than the typical one, let me know and you could be our speaker.
Thanks, David
Our next Veteran's Coalition meeting is set for 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16 at the American Legion Post 90 building. If you have something you would like to include on the agenda, please let me know by the end of the week.
I don't believe we have a "speaker" lined up, so if you think your agenda item needs more time than the typical one, let me know and you could be our speaker.
I wanted to remind everyone of the Hangar Dance taking place at the Western Sky Aviation Warbirds Museum at the St. George Regional Airport, Saturday May 20. All World War II and Korean War veterans are free — just be sure to have your veteran call Jack Hunter at 435-669-0655 to reserve your tickets. Otherwise, it is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Click here for flyer.
Please make sure to pass the word along to members of your VSO, and especially the WWII and Korean War veterans.
Also taking place that weekend is the Armed Forces Celebration. I have included the FLYER on that as well. 🦅
Everything you need to know about accessing Veterans’ records from the National Archives or NPRC
We are looking to team up with Home Depot to provide some home projects for vets in need. We are looking for Vets in need financially or physically who may need such things as a ramp, deck repair, landscaping, or sprinkler repair help. We cannot do any structural repairs on the house. If you think you may qualify please contact Commander Navarro at 801-979-5330. Tom Lamb at the Vet Center 435-703-5974.
St. George Tabernacle. Free. Open to Public. Honoring all who served. CLICK HERE FOR FLYER.
The National American Legion Vice Commander and our State Commander have just belatedly informed us that April 29 has been designated "American Legion Family Day." There is little time to put together a specific program. However, Post members and their families may participate in an already scheduled event which is a way to gather, be visible, and give back to our community. St. George Parks and Community Services have scheduled "Arbor Day" on April 29th from 9-11 at JC Snow Park, 275 E 900 So. Everyone may join for tree planting, crafts, giveaways, and breakfast refreshments. Wear your service cap and be recognized as a member of the Veteran community helping our city.
Commander Navarro
There will be an adventure group next Friday April 21! We will be going to the Donkey Dreams Sanctuary in Scenic, AZ from 10-12 MST. We will be touring the facility and spending time with their rescue donkeys. The sanctuary is about 15 min from Mesquite and about a 40-minute drive from Saint George. There are only 5 spots for this group. This group is for veteran’s only and is not open to family members due to having limited spots available.
Starla Olsen: starla.olson@va.gov 435-673-4494
Our next Veteran's Coalition meeting is set for 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18 at the American Legion Post 90 building. If you have something you would like to include on the agenda, please let me know by the end of the week.
I don't believe we have a "speaker" lined up, so if you think your agenda item needs more time than the typical one, let me know and you could be our speaker.
Thanks, David
Thomas Lamb, Veteran Outreach Program Specialist
St. George Vet Center
1664 S Dixie Dr., Suite C, St. George, UT 84770
Email: Thomas.lamb@va.gov
Office Phone: 435-673-4494
Work Cell: 435-523-9270
Crisis Hotline: 877-927-8387
In 2023, the theme is Women in the Military. As always,
EVERYONE is invited to attend this event — you don't have to be a female
veteran to attend, and we hope many of our VSOs are represented in
attendance. However, the Fair would love to have as many female veterans as
possible attend. Please see flyer below.
Each year, more photos are added to the Fair's military wall
of honor. If you are a veteran and would like your photo included, or you know
of veterans that should be included on the wall, please submit soon through
this link: CLICK HERE FOR PHOTO LINK.
Please note the deadline of April 5 — this is so they have enough time to print
banners.
The Washington County Fair Board and Veterans Coalition of Southern Utah are honoring Women in the Military Thursday, April 20 at 10:00.. See the attached flyer for RSVP information.
From Starla Olson, Vet Center Readjustment Counselor:
Come join me next Thursday, February 16th, at 9:50 am for a walking tour experience that you and your family can enjoy at the Silver Reef Ghost Town Museum. We will also be doing an underground mining tour as well with mining expert Glen Zumwalt! This is a immersive experience with the talent tour guides who will make you feel you are back in the 1880’S learning about all the cool facts about the museum displays and this town's unique place in American history. This tour has been discounted for us and will only be $2.00. If you are planning on coming, please let us know. This helps the museum better plan for our tour by making sure they have enough tour guides for us.
See the flyer HERE for more information.
See Wikipedia for more info on Silver Reef.
On Veterans Day 2022, the National Park Service will unveil a lifetime pass providing free entrance to national parks for Veterans and their families. The Interagency Military Lifetime Pass waives entrance fees for the National Park Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and standard amenity recreation fees for the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sites for current military service members and their dependents, Veterans and Gold Star Families.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Lunch included.
Services for Free
A large number of veterans grapple with mental health issues after returning from deployment, and for many, the effects of these issues can be severe. Recent reports have revealed that veterans have been found to have a higher risk of suicide than the general public, leading to a call for improved mental health resources.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has now announced a new initiative to try and tackle the issue of veteran suicide. Under the new policy, any veteran that has is having suicidal thoughts or behavior will be eligible for free emergency mental health care at a VA or non-VA facility. This includes up to 30 days of inpatient care and 90 days of outpatient care.
These benefits are available to veterans regardless of whether they are enrolled with VA Healthcare.
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The VA’s new policy aims to address the concerning trend of veteran suicide rates by providing free mental health resources to veterans in need.
The VA’s new policy is a major step forward in helping to provide critical support for our veterans. By offering free emergency mental health care, veterans in a suicidal crisis can gain access to the professional care and resources they need to help manage their mental health issues and hopefully find relief from the daily struggles they may face.
It’s important to recognize that the VA’s new policy is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to preventing veteran suicide. It’s also critical that we continue to provide access to more mental health resources, including reaching out to our veteran community to better understand their needs and seek out support. Ultimately, preventing veteran suicide will require a joint effort from both public and private sectors.
Veterans who are currently struggling can be connected to specialized help by calling the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 and then pressing 1.
Mayor Michele Randall, along with new City Manager John Willis and Public Works Director Cameron Cutler will combine to deliver State of the City 2023: Our Path Forward, at the Dixie Convention Center’s Garden Room.
Our team will discuss the City of St. George’s accomplishments in 2022 and give a sneak peek on plans for 2023.
We always appreciate the support we get from the Veterans Coalition and I hope to see you on Tuesday!
Thanks, David
Need help with your VA claim? See Thomas Lambs' FLYER LINKED HERE and plan to talk to a VA rep in person on Feb 7.
Semper Fi, Pat Lisi
To: Veterans and friends of veterans throughout the community
Guest Speaker: Dennis Howland, Utah VFW Liaison for Veterans to Utah State Legislature
Time/Date: 6:30pm, Wednesday, 1 February 2023, doors open at 6:00pm
Place: VFW Hall (100 South 300 East, St George)
Mr. Dennis Howland will speak on veterans’ concerns and legislation addressed in the Utah State Legislature and Senate. He will also address veterans’ concerns and legislation in the US Congress. Time will be allotted for Questions and Answers (Q&A).
You are welcome to attend.
Sincerely, Ken Omer, Commander, VFW Post 2628
Kenomer13@aol.com
We don't currently have a "speaker" lined up. If you are interested, please let me know.
By Tuesday morning at 10 a.m., please let me know what you would like added to the agenda. We want to keep within our allotted 1 hour for the meeting, so let's try to get as much as we can on the agenda and leave less to chance. 😉
Thanks, David 435-512-1511
