WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced Nov. 29 that the application process for the national Veterans Identification Card (VIC) is now available for veterans. The new card has been mandated through legislation since 2015 to honor veterans, and the rollout of the ID card fulfills that overdue… READ MORE »
TALLAHASSEE – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services Nikki Fried and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) announced July 5 the launch of a new Military Consumer Protection page on the FDACS website, joining the Federal Trade Commission, Department of Defense, and the Consumer Financial Protection… READ MORE »
Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pmSaturday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm View Event Flyer SERVICES OFFERED DURING THE STAND DOWN VA Healthcare Screenings Chiropractic Services FSU/TVLC Legal Services 2nd Judicial Circuit Veterans Court Assessment for Permanent Housing FL Baptist Convention Dental Services Bond Healthcare Services Free Star Metro Bus Transportation… READ MORE »
TALLAHASSEE – Gov. Ron DeSantis was joined by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo and House Speaker Paul Renner on March 8 to mark the end of the 2024 Legislative Session and highlight the record number of historic wins that have been delivered for the people of Florida. Thanks to the work… READ MORE »
QUESTIONS? Call 727-518-3202 ext. 5572 or 850-487-1533 REGISTRATION: 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm MEDAL FORMS: Veterans and military personnel wishing to receive a medal must complete the Governor’s Veterans Service Award form at the registration desk and bring with them documentation or identification to validate their veteran status or military status. CEREMONY REGISTRATION: Registration generally… READ MORE »
QUESTIONS? Call 727-518-3202 ext. 5572 or 850-487-1533 REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm MEDAL FORMS: Veterans and military personnel wishing to receive a medal must complete the Governor’s Veterans Service Award form at the registration desk and bring with them documentation or identification to validate their veteran status or military status. CEREMONY REGISTRATION: Registration… READ MORE »
QUESTIONS? Call 727-518-3202 ext. 5572 or 850-487-1533 REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm MEDAL FORMS: Veterans and military personnel wishing to receive a medal must complete the Governor’s Veterans Service Award form at the registration desk and bring with them documentation or identification to validate their veteran status or military status. CEREMONY REGISTRATION: Registration… READ MORE »
QUESTIONS? Call 727-518-3202 ext. 5572 REGISTRATION: MEDAL FORMS: Veterans and military personnel wishing to receive a medal must complete the Governor’s Veterans Service Award form at the registration desk and bring with them documentation or identification to validate their veteran status or military status. CEREMONY REGISTRATION: Registration generally begins one hour before ceremony… READ MORE »
Click on the link below to RSVP Melbourne August 31, 2017 – Flyer QUESTIONS? Call (850)487-1533 or (727) 518-3202 EXT- 5572 REGISTRATION MEDAL FORMS: Veterans and military personnel wishing to receive a medal must complete the Governor’s Veterans Service Award form at the registration desk and bring with them documentation or identification… READ MORE »
The Governor’s Veterans Service Award, honoring Florida’s honorably discharged veterans, will be presented by Gov. Rick Scott to Tallahassee-area veterans during the May 10 Cabinet Meeting at the Capitol. The 2016 Memorial Day Resolution from Governor Scott and the Cabinet will also be unveiled as part of the presentation. Date:… READ MORE »
The following sites provide additional resources for veterans and their families. Crisis/Hotlines National VA Homeless Hotline – 24 Hour Toll Free at 1-877-424-3838 https://www.va.gov/homeless/ Veterans Crisis Line https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ Local VA Suicide Prevention Coordinators https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/find-resources/local-resources/ Veterans Crisis Line – 24 Hour Toll Free at 988, Press 1 www.mentalhealth.va.gov Change Direction: Give… READ MORE »
The Defense Department has announced expanded Commissary, Military Service Exchange and MWR access Jan. 1 and established a standard for physical access to military installations. Veterans who are eligible and want to take advantage of in-person benefits must have a Veterans Health Identification Card, or VHIC. Primary Family Caregivers must… READ MORE »
TALLAHASSEE – Volunteers are an important part of the daily routine in the lives of residents at Florida’s network of state veterans’ homes. In some cases, due to the absence of family members, they constitute the only primary source of social interaction for elderly residents. “From individual bedside visits to… READ MORE »
FRAUD ALERT! Veterans should be aware of a scam targeting callers trying to reach the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Call Center or GI Bill Call Center. A marketing company has established two fraudulent numbers that differ from the two official VA call center numbers by one digit. If… READ MORE »