Tuesday, December 24, 2019

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Acute Care Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (Urgent Care), 3900 Woodland Avenue, CMC VAMC Philadelphia, 7East/7West, 215-823-5800

More volunteers are needed to support residents in the CLC (Community Living Center) and to function as Van Drivers.  Contact:
Voluntary Service, North Building, 6th floor, room A637, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, 3900 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-823-5800 Ext. 5868

Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

12/11/19 SUITUP^ OP – ARMY NAVY FOOTBALL GAME WEEK

Get the professional wardrobe you need by a seasoned stylists and make a great first impression without breaking the bank!

The USPS 'Healing PTSD' Stamp Will Raise Money for Veterans

Episode 35: Thanksgiving Special – The Best of the Happy Question

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

“December 7, 1941, remains one of the most-heartbreaking days in our history as a nation,” said VFW National Commander William “Doc” Schmitz. “And while we suffered tragic loss that day, our nation stood in unity and quickly recovered. Today, I ask every American to pay their respects to these patriots, and their loved ones, for making the ultimate sacrifice. You will, and must, never be forgotten.”


‘The Girl in the Picture’ from Vietnam visits Philly this week for two events recalling horrors of that war: After seeing the picture, Lokumbe — who finished a three-year residence with the Philadelphia Orchestra this spring — immediately composed a piece, his first for strings, Children of the Fire, which will be performed at 6:30 PM on Saturday, December 8, 2019, at the Episcopal Cathedral in West Philadelphia. It is dedicated to PhĂșc — who will attend the performance and participate in a conversation called “The Girl in the Picture: Remembering Vietnam” at the National Constitution Center on Friday, December 7, 2019, with the journalist and author Mark Bowden. Lokumbe will also perform an excerpt from Children of the Fire at the center. In addition to the complete Children of the Fire, the cathedral performance will include the world premiere of Lokumbe’s First Breath, Last Sigh: A Journey Called Life.

FIRST BREATH, LAST SIGH: A JOURNEY CALLED LIFE

The 4 Underlying Principles Of Changing Your Brain

The Neuroscience of Behavior Change: Helping patients change behaviors by understanding the brain

Creating new neural pathways

Exercise-Induced Neuroplasticity - Creating New Neural Pathways

TRAUMA RESOLUTION - NEUROPLASTICITY AND REWIRING THE BRAIN

How Experience Changes Brain Plasticity

Soldierstone: Hidden high on a remote mountain peak is a humbling and mysterious Vietnam war memorial.

Five things to include on your nursing resume to VA: Before applying for a nursing position at VA, make sure your resume addresses these five concerns.

VA Photos of the Week: December 6, 2019

#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Alfred DiGiacomo

VA Artificial Intelligence can be used to help diagnose cancer: Pathologists at Tampa VA teach computer to recognize cancer cells

Global War on Terror Memorial crosses major hurdle

VHA launches Innovators Network FY20 investment cycle: Three-day event introduces new investees to Spark-Seed-Spread Innovation Accelerator Program

#VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Victor Paradis

Here's how you can see the new WWI epic '1917' for free

Hiking Wheelchair Opens Up Outdoor Lifestyle To People With Serious Disabilities

The virtual Wall of Faces features a page dedicated to honoring and remembering every person whose name is inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.  In an effort to further preserve the legacy of those who sacrificed all in Vietnam, VVMF is committed to finding a photo to go with each of the more than 58,000 names on The Wall.  The Wall of Faces allows family and friends to share memories, post pictures and connect with each other.

The FDA is fast-tracking a second psilocybin drug to treat depression: The magic mushroom compound was just given “breakthrough” status for treating depression—again.

Jon Bon Jovi’s Foundation Builds 77 Homes For Homeless Veterans

VFW Action Corps Weekly

2019-12-05 Full Committee Markup on Pending Legislation. On Thursday, December 5, 2019, the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee held a markup hearing to consider H.R. 3495, the IMPROVE Well-Being for Veterans Act. The bill passed the committee and can now be voted on by the full House of Representatives. H.R. 3495 creates a three-year pilot program that would offer grants to community providers who offer services that target factors that contribute to suicide such as financial stress, relationship, stress, readjustment and community integration issues, housing insecurity, and others. The goal is to reach the two-thirds of veterans who commit suicide and have not utilized VA prior to their suicides. Watch the hearing:

Anchors of hope: Evidence-based suicide prevention practices make an impact

This year’s National Wreaths Across America Day takes place on Dec. 14. Wreaths Across America’s annual escort to Arlington National Cemetery kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 7. National President of American Gold Star Mothers, Mona Gunn, will lead the caravan as this year’s Grand Marshal. The escort will travel down the east coast, stopping at schools, memorials and other locations to REMEMBER, HONOR and TEACH. It will make stops in Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Washington D.C. The escort’s final stop will be Arlington National Cemetery on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 14.

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Navy Fireman 1st Class Leo T. Keninger, 20, was stationed aboard the USS Oklahoma, which was moored at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, when the ship was attacked by Japanese aircraft on Dec. 7, 1941. The USS Oklahoma was hit multiple times which caused it to capsize quickly and caused the deaths of 429 crewmen, including Keninger. Interment services are pending. Read about Keninger:

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Navy Seaman 1st Class Orval A. Tranbarger, 20, was stationed aboard the USS Oklahoma, which was moored at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, when the ship was attacked by Japanese aircraft on Dec. 7, 1941. The USS Oklahoma was hit multiple times which caused it to capsize quickly and caused the deaths of 429 crewmen, including Tranbarger. Interment services are pending. Read about Tranbarger:

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Master Sgt. Harold F. Drews, 21, was assigned to King Company, 3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. For several days, his unit was engaged in intense fighting with the Chinese People’s Volunteer Forces near the Chosin Reservoir in North Korea. Drews went missing in action on Dec. 12, 1950. His remains could not be recovered. Interment Services are pending. Read about Drews:

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Sgt. 1st Class Riley Burchfield, 22, of Cleveland, was a member of Company D, 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. He was captured by enemy forces near Kunu-ri, North Korea on Nov. 26, 1950. He reportedly died while in custody of the Chinese People’s Volunteer Forces at Prisoner of War Camp 5 in February 1951. Burchfield will be buried Jan. 10, 2020, in his hometown. Read about Burchfield:
https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/News-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/1976144/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-burchfield-r/

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Air Forces 1st Lt. Steve Nagy, 23, of Lorain, Ohio, was a member of the 407th Bombardment Squadron (Heavy,) 92nd Bombardment Group (Heavy,) 40th Combat Bombardment Wing, 1st Air Division, 8th Air Force. On Aug. 24, 1944, Nagy piloted a B-17G Flying Fortress aircraft, carrying nine crewmembers, which was struck by German anti-aircraft fire and crashed during a bombing raid over Merseburg, Germany. Four crewmembers surviied and were captured by German forces, while five, including Nagy, were killed. Nagy will be buried in his hometown. The date has yet to be determined. Read about Nagy:

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Navy Quartermaster 2nd Class Daryle E. Artley, 21, of Maywood, Nebraska, was stationed aboard the USS Oklahoma, which was moored at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, when the ship was attacked by Japanese aircraft on Dec. 7, 1941. The USS Oklahoma was hit multiple times which caused it to capsize quickly and caused the deaths of 429 crewmen, including Artley. Artley will be buried May 15, 2020, in Vancouver, Washington. Read about Artley:

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Navy Chief Water Tender Frances D. Day, 37, of Milburn, New Jersey, was stationed aboard the USS Oklahoma, which was moored at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, when the ship was attacked by Japanese aircraft on Dec. 7, 1941. The USS Oklahoma was hit multiple times which caused it to capsize quickly and caused the deaths of 429 crewmen, including Day. Day will be buried at the Punchbowl. The date has yet to be determined. Read about Day:

Gary T. Schreiber obituary

JWV’s 33rd Allied Mission to Israel March 22- March 31, 2020

PHLgov TV – Philadelphia Government Access Television

Veterans Advisory Commission 9-11-2019

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA December 14, 2019

DELAWARE VALLEY VETERANS CONSORTIUM

VA Dentistry - Improving Veterans’ Oral Health

Stormzy: UK is 'definitely racist' and Johnson has made it worse.  Grime artist says prime minister’s racist comments have encouraged public hate

Holiday Message from the Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs

JWV Condemns the Anti-Semitic Attack in Jersey City, NJ

RAO Bulletin Update 15 December 2019

Here's the Guest Policy for Newly Eligible Commissary and Exchange Shoppers

Veterans Can Attend Their VA Claims Hearings at Home Starting Next Year

Walmart Partners with VA on Telehealth Project

VA Opens Gambling Addiction Center in Sin City

VA opens gambling addiction center in Las Vegas: VA opens residential gambling addiction center in Las Vegas

'Millions' Stolen in Decade-Long Buying Fraud at Florida VA Hospitals, Officials Say

Labor Dept. announces competition to better connect transitioning service members and employers

Expansion project underway at Louisiana National Cemetery: Cemetery serves as hub for all four VA cemeteries in state

#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Leroy Paul Baker

Army Veteran shares his story to help others in crisis: His advice is simple and straight forward: “Get help”

VA “Pink Out!” promotes breast cancer awareness: Facilities across America show their spirit

VA geriatric scholar uses the power of story to improve patient care

VA FARMS program trains hands, heals minds

#VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Tyler Trahan

VA offers a variety of health-related mobile apps for Veterans to help them take control of their health care from the palm of their hands. Veterans with a My HealtheVet Premium account can access these apps that will either be downloaded directly to a mobile device or through a mobile-friendly website. Find some of the most popular ones listed below, or visit the VA App Store for a full and detailed list.

Diabetes Over 50: Tips to better control your diabetes

Don't Hibernate: Stay Active this Winter.  Benefits include lower blood pressure, improved sleep, and less fatigue

Medication Questions: Get the Facts

Take Control of Your Stress: Manage everyday stress with these tips and smartphone apps

Tips for Managing Stress Around the Holidays

Cough Cough... Is that Flu?

Turning 40: What to Know.  Don't be blindsided by predictable health issues


How to Avoid Prescription Refill Mistakes: Best steps to use when refilling your VA prescription

VA introduces new direct deposit options for Veterans, beneficiaries: Partners with Association of Military Banks of America

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the Coatesville VA Medical Center Pennsylvania

Suicide Prevention: Resources

Postvention as Prevention: Understanding the Impact of Suicide

Empathy Integral to Working With Patients at Risk for Suicide

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the Chalmers P. Wylie Ambulatory Care Center Columbus, Ohio

Veterans serving Veterans: VA researchers who served.  A chat with Dr. Mark Logue

Borne the Battle #176: Commission on National, Military and Public Service.  Featuring Navy Veteran Shawn Skelly and Marine Corps Veteran Ed Allard

Veterans find assistance, camaraderie at Vet Centers

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association and VA partner for Final Salute: The Last Mile

#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Angie Holbrook

Veterans: Enjoy eating out when you have diabetes.  Make restaurants a healthy part of your meal plan

Veterans Homes Healthcare Project Manager – Now hiring

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Butler Health Care Center Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania to Honor Active Military, Veterans at 2020 PA Farm Show

System in place to combat veteran homelessness

This Call to Action – “Equality! Equity! Justice!” – by the American Mental Wellness Association encourages everyone to seek a healthier happier more humane America.

VIDEO: 75th anniversary of Battle of the Bulge commemorated in Belgium

A new bill would cover the cost of service dogs for veterans with PTSD

Federal regulators to set up three-digit suicide hotline

3-digit suicide prevention number approved nationwide

VA extends benefits to offshore Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans January 1st.  Law also affects survivors of Veterans, certain dependents and Veteran homebuyers

2020 Census Jobs: The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count.

Feds Hire Vets: Veteran employment resources

Programs for Veterans: Days of Reflection and Wellness for Female Veterans: “Coming Home, Becoming Whole”

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center Ohio

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the St. Cloud VA Health Care System Minnesota

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and
Clinics White City, Oregon

At the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Iris Roundtree presented a briefing on suicide prevention.  She discussed outreach activities and wanting to be in as many places as possible.  Last year the suicide prevention team did 123 outreaches, and their plan is to double that for next year. Veterans Crisis Line receives over 2000 calls/day, and all local calls are followed up by staff here.  Every call is taken seriously. 
Iris discussed working with gun shops on gun lock initiative, and also partnering with first responders.
Another new initiative is “Freeze the Keys.”  There is a small container to place the gun lock key in and then add water and place in freezer.  The idea that even the small amount of time it takes for keys to unfreeze will be enough to discourage someone from completing an attempt.
The new suicide risk assessment tool is more detailed in an effort to promote safety.
Iris discussed TAPS-Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors and how important it is to just be there for family members and friends of those who have committed suicide.

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Rodney Wyatt, Executive Director/ Founder, Salute 2 Service, shared about upcoming toy and coat drive.  If anyone knows of someone in need, please contact him.  He has a lot of items to give away.  He can be reached at djwyatt1@comcast.net or 267-554-7956.

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
George Perez said his Am. Legion Post 840 is sponsoring a 3 Kings Holiday party for kids in the neighborhood-5th and Lehigh in north Philadelphia.  Anyone who has extra toys, please let him know.  George can be reached at RGOJ3218@Yahoo.com .

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Michelle Lockman of Congressman Boyle’s office shared that the office has become a commemorative partner for Vietnam Veteran 5oth anniversary program and is planning an pinning ceremony for March or April.  She is located at his district office at 1318 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123, Phone: (215) 982-1156.

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
John Schfhausser made a pitch for volunteers in the CLC.  He also stated how much the residents like receiving cards, especially those that are hand-made by kids.

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Len Johnson reported that DAV is looking for van drivers.  Anyone interested can contact him at lenjohnson@comcast.net .

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Angel Arizmindi reported on the expansion of access to commissaries on bases for those with a VA ID card.  Here is a link to further information about this program:  https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/68479/veterans-need-vhic-for-in-person-commissary-military-exchange-and-mwr-access/

Starting January 1, the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are expanding commissary, military exchange, and morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) (e.g. bowling, golf, etc.) retail privileges to Veterans who are Purple Heart recipients, Veterans who are former prisoners of war, all Veterans with service-connected disabilities, and individuals approved and designated as the Primary Family Caregivers enrolled in the VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.   
DoD sets the conditions for access to DoD installations.  The following credentials are approved by DoD:
·         Veterans can present their Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) to gain entry to DoD and Coast Guard installations and some commissary stores.  The VHIC must display the Veteran’s eligibility status (i.e., PURPLE HEART, FORMER POW, or SERVICE CONNECTED).
·         Veterans in category 8e who are not eligible for a VHIC may present their HEC form H623A to demonstrate eligibility for the DoD benefit along with acceptable identification (REALID) credential to gain entry.
·         Primary Family Caregivers will receive a letter from the VA Office of Community Care that indicates they are the approved and designated Primary Family Caregiver of an eligible Veteran under the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers and are eligible for these privileges.  Eligible caregivers will need to show an acceptable identification (REALID) credential along with their eligibility letter to gain entry.
Veterans with questions about the VHIC or HEC form H623A should be referred to speak to someone in the VAMC Enrollment/Eligibility Office. 
DoD’s fact sheet can be found here: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/products#!/detail/780
Caregivers with questions should be referred to their local Caregiver Support Coordinators or, for caregiver support services, visit: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/  .
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Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Andre McCoy gave information about the Military Star Card, a credit card exclusively for military personnel and their families.  For more information see:  https://www.myecp.com/HtmlPages/CP_MilStarCard
He also mentioned about closest commissary at the Coast Guard station at the foot of Washington Ave.

Also at the CMC VAMC Veterans Advisory Council Meeting on December 5, 2019,
Bernie Epworth of Jewish War Veterans
announced a Hannukah party at the State Veterans Home in Vineland, NJ on December 17,
and at the Joint Base MDL on Dec. 23.

January 10, 2020-10 a.m. -2p.m. -  the CMC VAMC will host a Veteran’s job fair in the 3rd floor multi-purpose room. 

January 14, 2010-11 a.m. – Veteran Town Hall at Crescenz VAMC in 7th floor LVA Auditorium

January 17, 2020-8:30 a.m. – Delaware Valley Veterans Consortium Quarterly Meeting at St. Joseph’s University.

January 10, 2020, the CMC VAMC will host a Veteran’s job fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the 3rd floor multi-purpose room. 
The next Veterans Advisory Council meeting will be on February 6, 2020. 

This Is the 2020 Veteran Disability Pay Raise

Budget Deal Advances VA Private Care Program Backed by Trump: President Donald Trump’s expansion of a program aimed at steering more veterans to private health care is getting a $8.9 billion boost as part of the massive government spending bill approved by the House.

VA must fill its 49,000 vacant jobs, senator tells Wilkie

When It Comes to Veterans, Democrats Parrot the Right Wing’s Narrative: The Republican playbook to undermine universal health care begins with their rhetorical attacks on the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Cancers strike veterans who deployed to Uzbek base where black goo oozed, ponds glowed

University of Phoenix settles for record $191 million on charges of deceptive advertising

National Museum of African American History to display temporary exhibit on WWI’s impact on African Americans

TESTER, ROUNDS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO ESTABLISH GRANT PROGRAM HONORING VETERANS: The Memorializing Veterans Act to support the Veterans Legacy Program, honoring the lives of our nation’s men and women who served

Veteran Scenarios: Herbicide Exposure and VA Home Loan Program

VA Polytrauma patient thanks Texas golfers: Golfers hit the fairways for Fisher House

Lead in Veterans’ healthcare as VAMC Executive Director: Ensure excellence in healthcare for our nation’s Veterans by leading one of 14 VA medical centers looking for an Executive Director.

World War II hero led a memorable pro football life

#VeteranOfTheDay Marine Veteran John E. Foster

VinhSon Orphanage (VSO) December Newsletter 2019

Florida Nonprofit Wants to Build Monument for Women Veterans at Old Amtrak Station

NewsBytes December 20, 2019.  In this issue: Spending Bills and NDAA Pass; VA Extends Benefits to Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans; GI Bill Improvements Pass House; FRA Headquarters Holiday Schedule

Happy Holidays from VVA

Support Our Veterans: Donations collected by the Vietnam Veterans of America help fund local programs and services to improve the lives of U.S. veterans

Find volunteer opportunities with your local VVA Chapter. Find your local Chapter at https://vva.org/what-we-do/our-members/chapters
 
Share your support of VVA’s mission with your friends and family! Join us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/VietnamVeteransofAmerica

Audit of VA’s Financial Statements for Fiscal Years 2019 and 2018

VFW Action Corps Weekly December 20, 2019

VFW Hosts 60 Wounded Warriors, Families for the Aleethia Foundation’s Friday Night Dinner: ‘It is an honor to break bread, share stories, and be part of the healing process for these resilient service men and women’

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. George M. Johnson, 23, was a member of the 38th Bombardment Squadron, 30th Bombardment Group, stationed at Hawkins Field, Betio Island, Tarawa Atoll, Gilbert Islands, when the B-24J bomber aircraft he was co-piloting crashed into Tarawa lagoon shortly after takeoff. Johnson and the nine other servicemen aboard the aircraft were killed. Interment services are pending. Read about Johnson:

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Lowell S. Twedt, 27, Twedt was a pilot assigned to the 71st Fighter Squadron, 1st Fighter Group. On Oct. 20, 1944, he piloted a P-38J “Lightning” aircraft as part of an escort for a B-17 “Flying Fortress” bombing mission targeting oil storage tanks in Regensburg, Germany. The mission encountered enemy anti-aircraft fire around Bolzano, Italy. Three P-38Js, including Twedt’s, went down as a result. An eyewitness account saw Twedt’s aircraft falling to the ground in flames, and did not see him eject. Twedt’s remains were never recovered. Interment services are pending. Read about Twedt:

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Sgt. John V. Phillips, 25, was a member of Headquarters Company, 31st Infantry Regiment, when Japanese forces invaded the Philippine Islands. Intense fighting continued until the surrender of the Bataan peninsula on April 9, 1942, and of Corregidor Island on May 6, 1942. Thousands of U.S. and Filipino service members were captured and interned at POW camps. Phillips was among those reported captured after the surrender of Corregidor and held at the Cabanatuan POW camp. More than 2,500 POWs perished in this camp during the war. Interment services are pending. Read about Phillips:

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Cpl. Jackey D. Blosser, 21, of Randolph County, West Virginia, was a member of Dog Company, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action Dec. 2, 1950, in the vicinity of the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea, when his unit was attacked by enemy forces. Following the battle, his remains could not be recovered. Blosser will be buried April 24, 2020, in Grafton, West Virginia. Read about Blosser:

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Sgt. Maximiano T. Lacsamana, 37, of Macabebe, Pampanga, Philippines, a veteran of the Philippine Scouts during World War II, was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 31st Regimental Combat Team, 7th Infantry Division. His unite was engaged in intense fighting with the Chinese People’s Volunteer Forces near Hagaru-ri, North Korea. He was reported missing in action Dec. 3, 1950. Lacsamana will be buried in the spring of 2020 in the Philippines. The exact date and location have yet to be determined. Read about Lacsamana:

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that returning home for burial with full military honors is Army Cpl. Jerome V. Hummel, 23, of St. Louis, Missouri, was a member of Heavy Mortar Company, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action Nov. 30, 1950, in the vicinity of the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea, when his unit was attacked by enemy forces. Hummel will be buried May 7, 2020, in his hometown. Read about Hummel:

Happy Holidays from VA, Feds Hire Vets, HIRE Vets Medallion Program

Volunteers lay wreaths at national cemeteries

U.S. Department of Labor presents 2019 HIRE Vets Medallion Awards

VA in 2019: A Year of Improvements and Continued Progress

VA Photos of the Week: December 20, 2019

#VeteranOfTheDay Air Force Veteran Aaron Burgstein

Navy Veteran took back her freedom: She lost 117 pounds and is buying dresses again

VA’s Patient Statement portal now available online

VA receives high marks for communicating with the public

Lifetime of VA health care keeps Veteran going strong

#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Larry Schwab

2019: Big year with big changes ahead for VA loan program

#VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Marjorie Byrnes

All Veterans Would Get Dental Care Help Under This Proposed Plan

Some New Commissary Shoppers Will Be Able to Use This Letter for Base Access

Bill Would Cover Cost of Service Dogs for Veterans with PTSD

Your VA Bills Can Now Be Seen Online

From homeless to hired – a story of resilience and dedication: Army Veteran and VA employee welcomes fellow Veterans

Operation Babylift Veterans receive retroactive benefits through VA help: VBA and AFHRA employees go above and beyond to help hundreds

#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Joelpatrick Victor Leger

Veterans gain freedom, fuller lives under foster home program

Senate Passes Bill to Ban VA From Signing Settlements With Doctors Fired for Medical Mistakes: A 2017 audit found VA was routinely burying mistakes made by its medical providers.

Join the VSP (Veterans Service Program, Spring Creek Chapter, Trout Unlimited), VA, and South Hill School of Business and Technology for a luncheon on Saturday, January 11, 2020, at 11 AM.  Location: 480 Waupeland Drive, State College, PA.  Briefings will be provided by DMVA leadership and by Centre County Director of Veterans Affairs.  Contact: Jeff at 814 234-7755.

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