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Operation Connect-A-Vet: Together, We Bridge the Gap for Illinois Veterans Veterans, Service Members, and Families—as the year comes to a close, we’re here for YOU! Through Operation Connect-A-Vet, Illinois Joining Forces is committed to connecting Veterans with the resources and support they need to succeed. Let’s make a difference together: 1. Reach Out: Call a Veteran and ask how they’re doing—a simple conversation shows you care. 2. Connect-A-Vet to IJF: When additional support is needed, contact us: 1-833-INFO-IJF (463-6453) referrals@illinoisjoiningforces.org Fill out the form at https://lnkd.in/dR7iBv7A 3. Identify Services: Our team members will connect the Veteran with the resources they need. Together, we can create a stronger, more connected veteran community. Let’s ensure no Veteran feels alone this season—or ever. #OperationConnectAVet #IllinoisJoiningForces #VeteranSupport #CommunityMatters

🗂️ Veterans: Keep your DD-214 safe but not secret! Learn why this document is crucial for your family's future and how to properly store it. Get in touch to ensure your DD-214 is safe and accessible when it matters most—protect your legacy today! https://lnkd.in/gG3pfMBZ (310) 979-3131 #estateplanning #planningforfamily #lawofficesofdebrakoven #debrakovenlaw #personalfamilylawyer

Answering the Call | If you're familiar with SMA, Jack Tilley and the team at Your Next Mission, you know they answer the call. With a program they recently put together, Veteran Community Service (VCS), they are personalizing support programs to meet the unique needs of our community. Navigating the pathway to receiving the benefits you earned through your Service can be complex which is why this new program has so much value. VHV: Veterans Helping Veterans | Your Next Mission®

Today is #PTSDAwarenessDay. Join us in recognizing this important day, and bring awareness to a condition that affects many veterans and their family members. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eUe2cv9G #notallwoundsarevisible #posttraumaticstressdisorderday

From battlefield to home front: The journey isn't always smooth. Our latest blog explores the challenges veterans face transitioning to civilian life and navigating the justice system. Read on to learn how we're supporting those who've served at every step, and how you too can support the veterans in your lives and communities ➡️ https://loom.ly/U5mH3Bc #VeteranSupport #CareAfterCombat #SupportingVeterans

Tomorrow is the Day! #ISBGlobalServices will be at the Veteran Ready Summit in Washington, DC! Our very own Wendy Patton is there to connect with veterans and discuss our tailored services. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn how we’re committed to supporting veterans in meaningful ways. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dkTb9pW #VeteransReadySummit #ISB #SupportingVeterans #WashingtonDC #VeteranSupport #BackgroundCheck #BackgroundChecks #Screening #IdentityVerification #BackgroundCheckSolutions #ComplianceSolutions

Aid and Attendance benefits often go underutilized—but they can make a major impact on Veterans, surviving spouses, and their families! Don’t let more time go without getting the benefits you’ve earned. Use our form online to get started, and we’ll help you apply and navigate the VA! https://bit.ly/2OF3RVV

The #GotYour6 Network Quantifying and Addressing Veterans’ Needs in 2023 report “confirms that, in many communities, the military and veteran population’s needs exceed the available services. These needs include mental healthcare, physical healthcare, housing, emergency financial assistance, food, and transportation. While those needs have increased since 2021, service providers’ capacity is generally not keeping pace with those needs.” More services and supports are needed to meet the needs of servicemembers, Veterans, and military family members in communities across the country.

In fiscal year 2023, CDLE provided 3,452 support services to 573 Colorado Veterans. Learn more about CDLE’s Priority of Service for Veterans and support services: https://lnkd.in/gDtnxXg6 #WorkforceDev2024 #ServingCommunities AcrossColorado

🗂️ DOD Installations Fact Sheet for Veterans and Caregivers now available! Learn about the process for eligible veterans and caregivers to access U.S. DOD installations for health care appointments, shopping at commissaries and exchanges, and use certain MWR facilities through the Patronage Expansion Act. Download it directly to your computer and stay informed about the resources available to you! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4fFxmyN #WarriorCare #MilitaryResources #militaryonesource #resources