The new director of Kalamazoo Co. Veterans Affairs will give a power point presentation about the many services available to qualified veterans. James Tucker is a dynamic speaker who is familiar with the complexities of determining which services are available for each category for the veteran particular status. Sounds complicated! This will be a great presentation for members, and right before Memorial Day, too!
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Veterans Benefits
From AASC:
For Your Information
Confused About Veteran Pension Benefits?
Do you receive questions about VA benefits? If so, check out this new fact sheet, recently released by the Veterans Benefits Administration.
The fact sheet explains the different types of veteran pension benefits and who may be eligible. The VA’s pension program provides monthly benefit payments to certain wartime Veterans with financial need, and their survivors.
Resources for Veterans and Employers
Crains Detroit Business published a guide of resources for veterans and employers. See attached. 7/23/12
Veterans Resources
A few handy links that could help family members of your clients…
C3 Workforce Inc. – Southgate; A staffing and placement agency that specializes in finding jobs for veterans
Emmanuel House Recovery Program – Detroit; Provides housing, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, job assistance and temp transportation to and from jobs
Onward March – Commerce Twp; Nonprofit helps veterans transitioning into civilian life and entrepreneurship ventures
Pure Michigan Talent Connect – State employment services for veterans
Southwest Housing Solutions, Piquette Square – Detroit; provides housing and mental health and substance abuse counseling
Veteran’s Haven – Wayne; Provides food, clothing, transitional housing and medical supplies. 734-728-0527
Volunteers of America, Michigan – Provides employment and housing for men and women vets and their families