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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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Connecting Veterans with MCVSC |
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| | The Montgomery County Veterans Service Commission has partnered with the Dayton Metro Library to bring our services closer to the communities we serve. In the month of May we will be hosting four events at local libraries where we answer questions, help file disability claims, and provide information regarding our emergency financial assistance programs. |
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All events are are free. We encourage all veterans, veteran caretakers, and veteran family members to attend and learn more about the many services provided by MCVSC. |
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5/6, 6-7pm
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Southeast Branch
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5/10, 2-3pm
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Vandalia Branch
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5/12, 6-7pm
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West Branch
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5/24, 11am-12pm
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Miami Township Branch
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Dayton Ranks Among Top 20 Best Cities for Veterans' Healthcare | According to Trajector Medical, Dayton ranks #16 overall on their list of cities with the best veterans' healthcare. The list consists of 132 cities with VA Medical Facilities.
Notably, Dayton scored #6 under the category of "Access to Primary Care."
Nearby Cincinnati ranked #19 overall but stood out in the category of "Access to Mental Health," where they ranked #2. | | | |
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2025 Mobile Veteran ID Schedule | | | The Montgomery County Recorder's Office is once again on the move, going out into the community to help veterans obtain their Veteran ID Cards.
Bring your DD-214 discharge papers to be recorded for safekeeping along with additional identification to receive a complementary Veteran ID Card. Replacement cards will be issued to those who need one due to expiration, address change, or poor condition of the original. |
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| Mobile Schedule | May 8, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
VFW Post 9582
4170 Old Springfield Road
Vandalia, Ohio 45377 | Jul 9, 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Montgomery County Fair
645 Infirmary Road
Dayton, Ohio 45417 | Nov 13, 62:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
VFW Post 657
637 Spinning Road
Dayton, Ohio 45431 |
| | June 12, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dayton Metro Library: Brookville
120 Blue Pride Drive
Brookville, Ohio 45309 | Sep 11, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
The YMCA at the Heights
7251 Shull Road
Huber Heights, Ohio |
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| | VA Improves the Experience with Contact Centers | VA is migrating all of its call centers to a new cloud based platform that VA says will increase efficiency while improving service. So far, the Women Veterans Call Center and the Office of Inspector General Call Contact Call Center have completed the migration while all other VA call centers are expected to make the transition in the near future.
According to VA, the "new cloud platform's flexibility and AI-driven analytics allow VA to adapt instantly to Veterans' needs, from surges in Veteran outreach around benefits claims to national crises." | | | |
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Vets Moving Forward | | On May 21, 2025, from 3:00 pm to 7 pm the Moving Veterans Forward Program and Job Fair will take place at Wright State University Student Union, hosted by the Greater Miami Valley My Veteran Community.
All Veterans, active duty military members, and their spouses are encouraged to join us to learn about all the group resources available in our community. Available services at event:
- Presentation on the PACT Act, Compact Act and Veterans Benefits
- Veterans resource fair
- Veterans Job Fair
- Disabled American Veterans assistance with disability claims
- Dayton VA Medical Center enrollment
- Montgomery County Veteran ID cards
- Wills for Vets
Free hotdogs and drinks will be served and a raffle will be held with great prizes. | | | |
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It's spring time, and that means it's time to get outdoors and get to work. Tractor Supply Co. has all you need to get the season started right. Mowers, fertilizer, tools, and even chicks if you want to raise some chickens and save some money on the cost of eggs.
Verified veterans and military personnel are automatically enrolled in TSC's highest rewards tier. Get 2% cash back, free shipping, and additional perks. Additional coupons and special "Hometown Hero" days provide even more benefits. |
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Upcoming Events & Important Dates |
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| | 9:00 a.m., May 3, 2025. Veteran's Breakfast, first Saturday of every month.
6418 Miller Ln, Dayton, OH 45414 | | | |
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| | 6:00 p.m., May 6, 2025. Connecting Veterans with the MCVSC.
Dayton Metro Library: Southeast Branch
21 Watervliet Avenue
Dayton, OH 45420 | | | |
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| | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., May 8. Mobile Veteran ID program.
VFW Post 9582
4170 Old Springfield Road
Vandalia, Ohio 45377 | | | |
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| | 2:00 p.m., May 10, 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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| | 2:00 p.m., May 10, 2025. Connecting Veterans with the MCVSC.
Dayton Metro Library: Vandalia Branch
330 S. Dixie Dr.
Dayton, OH 45377 | | | |
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| | 6:00 p.m., May 12, 2025. Connecting Veterans with the MCVSC.
Dayton Metro Library: West Branch
300 Abbey Avenue
Dayton, OH 45417 | | | |
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| | | 10:00 a.m., May 14, 2025. MCVSC meeting | | | |
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| | 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., May 21, 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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| | 11:00 a.m., May 24, 2025. Connecting Veterans with the MCVSC.
Dayton Metro Library: West Branch
2718 Lyons Rd.
Miamisburg, OH 45342 | | | |
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Help Fellow Veterans Sign Up |
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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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