June 12, 2024

DMVA Digest

A publication of the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

No Digest Next Week On Juneteenth Holiday:

There will be no Digest next Wednesday, June 19 due to the Juneteenth holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. The Digest will resume on Wednesday, June 26. Thank you for your understanding.

Pennsylvania Celebrates Guard And Veterans Day At State Capitol:

On Tuesday, June 4 the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) held a Guard and Veterans Day event at the state capitol. The event showcased the department’s dual mission of supporting the Pennsylvania National Guard (PNG) and the state’s veterans.

Fort Indiantown Gap To Host Helicopter Door Gunnery, Artillery Training This Month:

If you hear rumblings from northern Lebanon County over this month, don't worry - it’s probably just the Gap.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Takes Cornwall Lebanon Teens To Fort Indiantown Gap:

The field trip was organized by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region as part of their High School Bigs Leadership program. The base invited students from the program for Bring Your Kid to Work Day.

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Military Aircraft Expected Over Central Pennsylvania Communities; Here's Why:

Residents may see military aircraft, smoke, and fire during scheduled training this week near Harrisburg International Airport. The U.S. Air Force says the Air National Guard will be holding training exercises in the area starting with an active shooter exercise at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 6.

World War II Veterans From Pennsylvania, New Jersey Return To Normandy For D-Day Anniversary:

Veterans from the Delaware Valley and beyond traveled to Normandy, France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

A Day To Remember: For Lidwell, A Local "Rosie The Riveter," Joining Marines Was "Just What You did To Do Your Part":

Eighty years ago today, Mary Lidwell of Ashville was in Marine boot camp in North Carolina, when her drill instructor announced that the Allies had invaded Normandy.

Supporting Our Troops:

People in downtown Scranton showed their support for soldiers and veterans in all military branches during the annual Armed Forces Parade.

Philadelphia Vet Fest 2024:

Philadelphia is honoring and celebrating veterans and veteran organizations who excel in their community.

Telehealth Increases Accessibility To VA Sleep Medicine Programs:

Sleep issues impact more than how you function during the day. Poor sleep also affects your mental and physical health.

Harm Reduction Strategy For Homeless Veterans:

Meredith Malpass, regional coordinator with the HUD-VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program and an adjunct professor in harm reduction and the science of addiction, joined the Ending Veteran Homelessness podcast. Malpass spoke to how the harm reduction philosophy goes hand in hand with VA’s overall approach to ending veteran homelessness.

Reducing Slip And Fall Hazards:

75-year-old Vietnam veteran Frank Marin from Big Spring, Texas, was stepping out of the shower when his foot caught the edge of the tub nearly sending him crashing to the ground. This accident served as a wake-up call for Marin, one that caused a chain reaction with his Patient Aligned Care Team at VA.

Veteran's Ovarian Cancer Treatment At VA:

Choosing VA cancer care has led to positive outcomes for Eleanor Hughes, a dedicated veteran with a unique military career. 

Veteran's New Career At 70 After Homelessness And Addiction:

It’s never too late for a new beginning. Just ask Navy veteran Walter Johnson Jr., who successfully emerged from decades of substance addiction and homelessness to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in his 70s.

This listing is offered as a service to individuals and organizations to promote their veteran and military-oriented employment opportunities. The information is taken directly from emailed requestor submissions. DMVA is not responsible for incorrect information submitted.

PSERS Is Seeking A Retirement Representative Trainee In Bucks County:

The Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS) retirement representative trainee is responsible for learning the elements necessary to become a retirement representative, which will enable staff to explain, counsel, and facilitate the employee benefits program of PSERS with members and school districts throughout the Commonwealth. Job posting closes June 24, 2024.

More Employment Opportunities:

To see a full listing of employment opportunities, visit the DMVA Employment page. 

This listing is offered as a service to individuals and organizations to promote their veteran and military-oriented events held in Pennsylvania. The information is taken directly from requestor submissions. DMVA is not responsible for incorrect information submitted. 

Operation Honor To Host Two Days Of Events Celebrating Rural Veterans:

This two-day event supporting, honoring and celebrating rural veterans is scheduled June 14 and 15 in McConnellsburg, PA. Activities include a golf tournament, military speakers, bands, food trucks, veteran resources, craft vendors and kid-friendly events.

More Events Listing:

To see a full listing of events, visit the DMVA Events page. ​​​​​​

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