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Veterans Connection: MCVSC Newsletter |
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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.
We're now up to 586 subscribers, an increase of 26 from the last newsletter. Our goal is 50 new subscribers between each newsletter. Please spread the word! |
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National PTSD Screening Day: June 27th |
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June is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness month. According to the VA, 29% of veterans who served in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom suffer from PTSD. Many veterans do not seek help for PTSD because of the stigma surrounding mental health treatment, especially older veterans who served in Vietnam. PTSD Awareness month seeks to de-stigmatize a condition that disproportionately affects veterans who have experienced combat.
June 27th is National PTSD Screening Day. If you believe that you might have PTSD symptoms, please complete the self-screening service provided by the VA. This doesn't provide an official diagnosis, but it's a good starting point so the VA can provide appropriate care.
For more information about PTSD and treatment options, the VA has a website both for veterans and their family members.
If you need assistance signing up for VA benefits related to PTSD, please contact the Montgomery County Veteran Services Commission. We're here to help. |
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2024 Veterans Memorial Artwork Submissions |
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The City of Centerville is accepting submissions for the design of a bronze United States Space Force medallion to be displayed at the Stubbs Park Veterans Memorial at 255 West Spring Valley Pike. Established in 2019, the United States Space Force secures our nation’s interests in, from and to space. We seek a design that reflects the significance of the Space Force’s contributions to the U.S. Armed Forces and aligns with the style and character of current Stubbs Park memorial medallions representing the other military branches. |
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The addition of the Space Force medallion is part of a larger update to the Stubbs Park Veterans Memorial which includes the addition of the Space Force medallion, the addition of the Global War on Terror to an existing monument and an informational lectern.
The selected artist will receive $750 compensation. |
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2024 VA Creativity Contest |
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| | Showcase your artistic accomplishments in over 100 categories in Art, Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, and Music, while providing recognition of progress and recovery made through the creative arts.
One Day Only!
Thursday, September 12, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Building 305 Multipurpose Room
Dayton VA Medical Center |
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Deadlines
Must make contact with staff BEFORE:
Dance, Drama, and Music entries:
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
Creative Writing and Visual Art entries:
Friday, August 2, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. |
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For rules, categories, entry forms, and more information contact:
Kathleen Avila-John
Music Therapist
937.268.6511 ext. 3356
Jennifer Fultz
Recreation Therapy Supervisor
937.268.6511 ext. 2914 |
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| | The region's favorite fireworks show, produced by the City of Dayton Department of Recreation, returns to Kettering Field, just north of downtown Dayton in the McCook Field neighborhood. A viewing area will be available at the northern and eastern sections of Kettering Field (near East Helena Street). Signs will mark the viewing area. Bring chairs or blankets for seating, if you wish. (There will not be a festival before the fireworks display - no food trucks or vendors.) |
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Parking in the area will be limited; it is suggested visitors arrive early.
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning at 6 p.m.:
- Riverside Dr. from White Allen Ave. to E. Helena St. - Pedestrians Only
- E. Helena Dr. from Riverside Dr. to Keowee St. - Pedestrians Only
- Brennan Dr. from E. Helena St. to Keowee St. - Pedestrians Only
- North Bend Blvd. from E. Helena St. to Webster St. (including Deeds Park Dr.) - Closed to Vehicles & Pedestrians at 3 p.m.
- Hall Ave. south of N. Keowee - Closed to vehicles
Recreation trails in nearby parks and along river corridors will be closed to users by 3 p.m. The Great Miami River will be closed to boaters and paddlers in nearby areas. |
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Spend a Day at the Zoo!
The Columbus Zoo offers discounts for veterans. Summer is here, so get the family out to the zoo. |
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| | Columbus Zoo July 1 – 5
- All active and non-active members, with proof of service, can get one (1) free Day Pass to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
- Active and non-active members of the military can purchase up to five (5) additional Day Passes at a 50% discount.
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Upcoming Events & Important Dates |
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| | 10:00 a.m., Jun 29, 2024. Veteran's Breakfast, last Saturday of every month.
2030 E Dorothy Lane, Kettering, OH 45420 | | | |
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| | July 4, 2024. Cincinnati Zoo
Free admission for veterans and active military | | | |
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| | | 10:00 a.m., July 10, 2024. MCVSC meeting (regular meeting) | | | |
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| | 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., July 17, 2024. Veteran Owned Business Networking meeting. Meets third Wednesday of every month.
110 N Main St. Dayton, Ohio, at the RFFG Marketplace inside the Premier Health Building | | | |
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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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