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Veterans Connection: MCVSC Newsletter |
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Thank you for subscribing to Veterans Connection. Our mission is to help keep local veterans informed about news that specifically impacts veterans, local events for veterans, and information regarding VA care and benefits.
Please continue to forward the newsletter and ask fellow veterans to subscribe. With over 36,000 veterans in the county, we’ve still got a long way to get them all subscribed, so please help by referring local veterans to https://mcvsc.org/subscribe. |
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The Dayton VAMC now has a Medical Legal Partnership with Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO), which will be offering civil legal services for all veterans who qualify. LAWO will be at the Dayton VA every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in building 409, first floor, Homeless Program. Walk-ins are welcome or can reach out directly to LAWO at (937)535-4433 or Lanese Layne at llayne@lawolaw.org.
Legal Aid of Western Ohio is a nonprofit that exists to provide comprehensive legal assistance for non-criminal matters to individuals who cannot afford legal representation. |
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National VA History Center Update |
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| If you notice extra construction when you visit the VA, don't be alarmed. Great things are on the way!
The Dayton VA began as one of the original National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers following the Civil War. While the site has provided veterans care for over 150 years, in 1930 President Herbert Hoover consolidated various government agencies providing veteran care into the modern VA. In preparation for the 100th anniversary of the VA in July 2030, the Dayton VA is working to open the first National VA History Center.
The Dayton VA History Center already has a rich archive, but the new center will provide the public and VA historians many more opportunities to discover the rich history of American veterans. Right now the Putnam Library is undergoing renovations to function as the public-facing archive and research facility, while an adjacent museum will be constructed.
While all the work will take a couple years to complete, some parts will be done sooner. The History Events Center is currently scheduled to be complete sometime in 2026, while a campus augmented reality tour should have its initial release later this year. | | | | Nominate a Veteran for the Dayton Dragons Veteran Salute | | The Dayton Dragons begin play in about a month so it's time to get ready for one of Dayton's best traditions. Not only do the Dragons put on a great show, they also support local veterans.
Caresource Military & Veterans has partnered with the Dragons since 2019 with their Veterans Salute program to recognize and support Miami Valley Veterans at select Dayton Dragons home games. Selected veterans will receive recognition during the game and VIP treatment.
The honored veterans of 2025 have already been selected, but you have all season long to submit a veteran for next year's season. The winners will be announced on Veteran's Day. | | | |
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Blue Star Mothers Dayton Turns 20 | | | Blue Star Mothers Dayton has helped support our troops for 20 years! Come join them for an open house even on March 9th, 2025 to learn more about this great local organizations. Stop by for a tour, enjoy some refreshments, and learn more about the Blue Star Mothers of America!
🎟 Raffle Baskets:
✅ Every visitor gets a free raffle ticket!
✅ Bring a donation (toiletries or snacks) for an extra ticket!
✅ Want even better odds? Buy more tickets while you’re here!
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| Blue Star Mothers are mothers of active duty and honorably and medically discharged veterans serving in the military, guard, or reserve. In over 19 years of service, they have mailed over 21,000 care packages to troops deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan, Korea, Germany, and other countries around the globe. They are currently one of the busiest chapters in the country and one of the few with a physical troop support center.
March 9, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
6661 Clyo Road
Centerville, OH 45429 | | | |
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Clothes That Work: Soft Skills Workshop
| | On Wednesday, March 19th, the Montgomery County Veterans Service Commission will host a soft skills workshop by Clothes at Work. Participants will learn how to be a valuable asset to any workplace environment and how to navigate on the job behaviors that can help them advance at work and create new opportunities.
You will learn:
- Time management strategies to help you prioritize tasks
- How to maintain professionalism whether face-to-face, in emails, on the phone, or in written documents
- How to gain respect with managers, co-workers, clients, and customers
- How to navigate workplace conflict
- Effective communication skills and techniques
Clothes that Work is a Dayton nonprofit that works to clothe, educate, and empower individuals to prepare them for employment success. | | | |
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| Free Sandwich for Vietnam War Veterans
Mission BBQ is celebrating Vietnam War Veterans Day with a complimentary sandwich for all Vietnam War veterans. Know a Vietnam vet? Show them your appreciation on March 29th by taking them out for a free sandwich at Mission BBQ.
2500 Miamisburg-Centerville Road
Dayton, OH 45459 | |
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Upcoming Events & Important Dates |
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| | 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Feb. 26, 2025. Muster & Mingle.
855 Third St., Tipp City, OH 45371 | | | |
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| | 9:00 a.m., Mar. 1, 2025. Veteran's Breakfast, first Saturday of every month.
6418 Miller Ln, Dayton, OH 45414 | | | |
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| | 2:00 pa.m., Mar. 9, 2025. Blue Star Mothers open house.
6661 Clyo Road, Centerville, OH 45429 | | | |
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| | | 10:00 a.m., Mar. 12, 2025. MCVSC meeting | | | |
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| | | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Mar. 19, 2025. Clothes That Work: Soft Skills Workshop | | | |
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| | 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., Mar. 19, 2025. Veteran Owned Business Networking meeting. Meets third Wednesday of every month.
Wright State University, Veteran & Military Center, located in Allyn Hall. Please park in Lot 10. | | | |
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| | 2:00 p.m., Mar. 29, 2025. The Miami Valley Military History Museum hosts a monthly speaker series featuring unique stories about U.S. military history. Light refreshments included.
4 E. Main St. Fairborn, OH 45324 | | | |
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The work of the Montgomery County Veterans Services Commission is only possible if we're able to reach the veterans that need our help. Do your part and forward it to your veteran friends. Ask them to go subscribe: https://mcvsc.org/subscribe |
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