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A message from the 19th SgtMaj of the Marine Corps...

Calling All Volunteers We Want You! Are you ready to make a difference and give back to those that have given all for our great nation? Join Us! We are looking for motivated Veterans (all eras/campaigns) who would like to volunteer with the 8th Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court (VTC), Las Vegas Nevada What: Volunteer Mentor Program Where: Regional Justice Center, 200 Lewis Ave Las Vegas, NV 89155 How much time is needed: Court attendance every other Monday is recommended, plus an hour during the week to check in with a veteran and help them connect to any necessary resources. District Veterans Treatment Court is a program for veterans who have gotten involved in the legal system due to reasons such as: homelessness, drug or alcohol abuse, mental health or PTSD. A volunteer mentor can provide a source of support for veterans in our community who are going through hard times, and be there for another veteran in a way that only battle-buddies can understand. If you are interested in learning more, or have any questions, please contact: Danika Navar, Eighth Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court Coordinator at 702-671-0734 or NavarD@clarkcountycourts.us

Calling all Veterans and Caregivers: Leaders from the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Philips invite you to join a virtual seminar on July 14, at 2pm EST focused on the needs of rural veterans and caregivers in the midst of COVID-19. Even under the best of circumstances, veteran families in rural areas often encounter challenges in accessing care and finding primary care providers. The COVID-19 crisis has only exacerbated these existing challenges.  During this one hour session, we are pleased to be joined by Dr. Thomas Klobucar, Executive Director of the VA Office of Rural Health, and Dr. Steven Lieberman, Principal Deputy Undersecretary for Health, for an update on VA operations amid COVID-19 and a presentation on Rural Health resources available to Veteran families. Steve Schwab, CEO of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, and Nathan Naylor, Vice President for Veterans Health Care with Philips, will introduce Project Atlas - a new partnership initiative aimed at establishing virtual clinics in rural regions of the country. Register for Supporting Rural Veterans and Caregivers During COVID-19 here: https://bit.ly/EDFJuly14 .