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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:34:24 (7 reads)

The PVMSEC staff would like congratulate the graduates of the Green Business Solutions Computer Class of January 2012 for an excellent job getting through our computer training program.

We are proud of the following veterans for a job well done:

Green Business Solutions Computer Class Graduates
February 17, 2012


Euodias Adams (Dedicated Student Award) – Kenneth Brett

Willard Coefield (Dedicated Student Award) – Alexis Collazo

Benjamin Connor (Dedicated Student Award) – Stephen Crouthamel

Carlos Deane – James Dill, Jr. (Dedicated Student Award)

Benjamin Green (Dedicated Student Award) – James Sharper

Leroy Smith (Dedicated Student Award) – Sheldon Stokes

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:33:09 (46 reads)

These events are for Wounded Warriors who have served in OIF/OEF Campaigns.

For more information visit www.huntsforhealing.org, we take 4 to 6 warriors per event.

All events are at no charge to the wounded veteran and included in each event are meals, lodging and supplies, Travel is not included, but if assistance is needed and you cannot find funding, please info us on phone interview.

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:32:30 (53 reads)

Exelon Militaries Actively Connected (E-MAC) sponsors its second golf tournament to raise funds for The Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service & Education Center.

Date: Friday, April 27th, 2012

Location:
Ron Jaworski's Valleybrook Country Club
200 Golfview Drive
Blackwood, NJ 08012


Registration Time: 9:00am
Shotgun Start: 10:00am
Tournament Registration: $100 per Player

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:32:00 (56 reads)

Retirees Asked to Cough Up $13 Billion Over Five Years

The White House's proposed defense budget will result in significant fee hikes for nearly every segment of the military population, including retirees of all ages, drilling Guard and Reserve members, and military family members.

The proposed TRICARE changes include the following:

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:31:33 (58 reads)

Rep. Jeff Miller recently wrote that sequestration of government programs is imminent, and the forced budget cuts will have a negative impact on veterans services, including Veteran Health Care programs.

A bill titled the Protect VA Healthcare Act of 2012 (H.R. 3895) was recently introduced that would exempt VA.

Let your elected officials know how you feel about cutting veteran's healthcare services:
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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:30:59 (69 reads)

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is committed to informing the Veteran community about VA health benefits and services. Currently, VA is producing personalized Veteran Health Benefits Handbooks for Veterans who are enrolled in VA health care. The new handbooks are tailored specific for each Veteran and provides detailed information about the VA health services the Veteran may be eligible to receive.

The Veteran Health Benefit Handbook provides answers to common questions such as contact information for the Veteran's local facility, instructions on how to schedule appointments, guidelines for communicating treatment needs and an explanation of the Veteran's responsibilities, such as co-pays, if applicable.

Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare will receive their personalized handbooks via mail as part of a national rollout campaign starting in February 2012 based on Priority Group, beginning with Priority Group 1 and ending with Priority Group 8. In the near future, VA will develop an online version of the handbook for Veterans to access via MyHealtheVet. This will allow Veterans to access their up-to-date health benefit information anywhere, anytime.

For additional information about the Veterans Health Benefits Handbook call VA at 1 877-222-VETS (8387)

View Sample Handbook

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:30:26 (144 reads)



Philadelphia Independence Seaport Museum
211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA

March 2, 2012
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM


Join us March 2, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, for a job fair for veteran job seekers, active duty military members, Guard and Reserve members and eligible spouses at the Philadelphia Independence Seaport Museum, 211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19106. This event will be a one-of-a-kind FREE hiring fair for both employers and job seekers.

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:29:57 (91 reads)

Congratulations! You're one step closer to learning how to use your GI Bill benefits. Military.com designed special versions of the guide for Active Duty, Veterans and Spouses. Please download the guide which is right for you.

Active Duty
Education Benefits

GI Bill Active Duty Guide
Veteran GI Bill Guide

Veteran GI Bill Guide
Spouse Post 9/11
GI Bill Guide

Spouse GI Bill Guide

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:29:37 (175 reads)

War doesn't end when a soldier returns home, for many it's just the beginning. This is a documentary about the emotional & psychological wounds soldiers have always experienced upon returning home from every war. Many soldiers return home with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder- PTSD, formerly known as "shell shock and ...battle fatigue" and with the current wars in Iraq & Afghanistan- it is compounded with Traumatic Brain Injury, TBI. These conditions can lead to unpredictable behavior, hyper-vigilance, insomnia, nightmares, war flashbacks, drug & alcohol abuse~ which can result in hopelessness, joblessness, spousal abuse, divorce, homelessness, and suicide. These are the hidden wounds that many of our veterans face when they return emotionally & psychologically homeless: a shell of the person they once were. "ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT DOCUMENTARIES BEING MADE AT THIS TIME"- RON KOVIC (a Vietnam Veteran, peace activist, lecturer, and the author of 'Born on the 4th of July'. He was portrayed by Tom Cruise in the film).

Executive Director Marsha Four and the PVMSEC are featured in this film.

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/22 7:29:14 (1148 reads)

A few months ago PVMSEC was contacted by Monica and Kevin Rebbie about a children’s book that they wrote and published named "Mr. Stinkas and the Little Cheese Shop." They are supporters of PVMSEC through the WMGK Veterans RadioThon. To help support our programs and services for Veterans they will be donating 50 cents for each book sold to PVMSEC!

Here is an Excerpt from the Website:
Discover how Mr. Stinkas and his loyal friend Old Bleu make their dreams come true simply by, cutting the cheese. *We are pleased to let you know that with every book purchased The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, The Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service and Education Center, and The Children’s Miracle Network will each receive a 50-cent donation. Thank you for your generosity!



So please pass this along to your friends and family. If you would like to purchase the book, click on the link below.

http://www.buybooksontheweb.com/product.aspx?ISBN=0-7414-6439-X

Below is a book review from the BBOTW.com website:

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"A new age childrens book. A step above Dr.Seuss. It has a C.D. for you and your child to read along to get to know the story. And the next time you read it you make the sounds together. We have spent night after night reading and laughing. A MUST FOR ANY FAMILY!!!"

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/17 8:04:31 (26 reads)

Military.com | by Bryant Jordan

The Department of Veterans Affairs is hoping to move some of America's homeless veterans off the streets in part by giving them jobs at the country's national cemeteries.

Veterans in the program will be trained as cemetery caretakers and representatives, VA Secretary Eric Shinseki told members of the House Veterans Affairs in testimony Feb. 15

"Veterans who successfully complete the program at national cemeteries will be guaranteed full-time permanent employment at a national cemetery or may choose to pursue employment in the private sector," he said.

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/17 8:00:31 (46 reads)

Stars and Stripes | by Leo Shane III

WASHINGTON -- Lawmakers concerned over schools targeting veterans for their GI Bill education benefits on Thursday introduced legislation to limit how much federal funding those institutions can receive.

The measure is the second major legislative effort in the last month aimed at schools with high veteran enrollment and low student satisfaction, but neither measure appears likely to pass.

Bill sponsor Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., said that while she’s hopeful the issue can become a bipartisan rallying point, she has talked to colleagues leery of angering for-profit education lobbyists in an election year.

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/16 14:29:59 (62 reads)

Secretary Announces Protections for Veterans

WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs announced its participation in the largest state-federal legal settlement in history that deals with problems within the mortgage industry.

“Through this historic settlement, VA has ensured that Veterans, Servicemembers, and National Guard and Reserve members will continue to receive every possible opportunity to retain their homes,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki.

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/16 14:27:54 (48 reads)

“Federal Computer Week’s” Annual List of IT Industry Leaders

WASHINGTON – Nine employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, including Deputy Secretary W. Scott Gould, are among the top 100 leaders in the IT industry, according to the “Federal 100” created by Federal Computer Week.

“Savvy use of information technology is vital to VA’s transformation,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. “IT allows Veterans to check online for their medical appointments, prescriptions and benefits. IT allows VA to be quicker, more economical and more responsive across a wide range of services.”

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Posted by Rich on 2012/2/16 14:21:40 (144 reads)



Your Life Has Meaning

No Veteran should commit suicide. No man or woman who dedicated their life to preserving freedom for Americans should ever feel so hopeless that they would want to end their life.

But it happens.

If you are reading this and have considered suicide, know this: you are not alone. Thousands have been there and have made it through.

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“You have something unique to offer. Your life, because of who you are, has meaning.”

Here’s about ten of them who have. Watch their stories and you will see you are not alone.

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