It is yesterday's defenders of freedom that make up Today's VFW.
Our Mission:
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts, serve our veterans, the military, & our communities, and advocate on behalf of all veterans.
Our Vision:
Ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country.
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...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.
WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.
to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.
This month is breast cancer awareness month to learn moreIn 2024, more than 360,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer. But there is hope. Advancements in early detection methods and support continue to increase the chances of survival. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate of breast cancer is 99%.
See link below to learn more
Breast cancer awarenessVeteran suicide prevention
If you’re a Veteran in a mental health crisis and you’re thinking about hurting yourself—or you know a Veteran who’s considering this—get help right away. You’re not alone.
How do I talk to someone right now?
If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.
Here’s how you can connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder, anytime day or night:
Call 988 and select 1.
Text 838255.
If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 800-799-4889.
You can alsotake these actions:
Call 911.
Go to the nearest emergency room.
Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn’t matter what your discharge status is or if you’re enrolled in VA health care.
Find your nearest VA medical centerhttps://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/mental-health/suicide-prevention/
Important
The main hall will be having work done on getting the ceiling tiles replaced. Help will be needed on the 13 Oct starting at 0700am to move tables, chairs and to assist in removing ceiling fans, flags and lights. This is to be a 10 day project. So, no dance on the 19 Oct and no coffee on Oct 13 and Oct 20.
Meeting
Next meeting will be held on the 15 October 2024. The food will be provided at 5:30pm or 1730 local time and there will be the pizza.
General meeting will start at 6:00pm or 1800 local and then break out at 6:30pm or 1830
Event
On 27 Oct 2024 (Friday) the Post will be having a movie night. The movie will be Strange Brew, and there will be German food. Movie starts at 7:00pm or 1900 local.
31 Oct 24 VFW Auxiliary will be at the VA Home with a table to distribute snacks, costumes are not required. Be there by 1:00pm to help setup.
8 thru 10 Nov is State Fair Buddy Poppy from 10am to 2pm
9 Nov is GY6 or VetFest at the EastBank
11 Nov VFW will be having a Veterans breakfast from 8am to 1130am
14 Dec 24 is Breakfast with Santa starts at 8am.
Guitars 4 Vets
Over the past twelve years, our organization has refined a guitar instruction program aimed at providing Veterans struggling with physical injuries, PTSD, and other emotional distress a unique therapeutic alternative. G4V pursues its mission to share the healing power of music by providing free guitar instruction, a new acoustic guitar and a guitar accessory kit in a structured program run by volunteers, primarily through the Department of Veterans Affairs facilities and community-based medical centers.Here is the information for the local Chapter here in Shreveport:
Carl Townley
510 East Stoner Avenue
Shreveport, Louisiana 71101, United States
la.shreveport@guitarsforvets.orgCheck out our website for more information:
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Crown Royal Purple Bag Project
Crown Royal is a proud supporter of Packages From Home, a 501(c)(3) non profit organization, whose mission is to send care and comfort packages to deployed American military heroes stationed in active duty around the world.Crown Royal believes that it's not about what you have, but what you give and how you give it.
That's why Crown Royal is honored to partner with Packages From Home to turn donated Crown Royal Bags into care packages for active American military heroes around the world.
With your help, we have packed over 1 MILLION BAGS and counting.
Crown Royal Purple Bag Project
Military RecordsVeterans, did you know that the National Archives can provide you with a copy of your DD-214? Our online eVetRecs system lets you request your, or your relative's, military personnel records.
Medal of HonorThere is a 8 episode video of Medal of Honor on NetflixHonoring service members whose courage merited the awarding of a Medal of Honor, this docudrama series re-creates their inspiring true stories.More information
Shreveport Vet Center
The Vet Center/Mobile Vet Center will also be in many area communities soon. So, review and share the dates/times on upcoming outreach efforts. Established community partners are welcome to coordinate outreach efforts.Upcoming Vet Center and MVC Outreach Events:Vet Center:4th Wednesday each month: Information/Outreach/Intake at 1255 Shreveport Barksdale HighwayMVC Outreach2nd Wednesday of each month: Gregg County V.S.O.’s Office in Longview, TX.2nd Thursday of each month: East Texas Crisis Center Thrift Store in Nacogdoches, TX.2nd Friday of each month: Lincoln Parish Library in Ruston, LA.3rd Tuesday of each month: Texarkana CBOC in Texarkana, TX.4th Tuesday of each month: Monroe CBOC in Monroe, LA.For questions about Vet Center services or coming events, please visit https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/ or call 318-861-1776 and ask for Garett Juneau.Music & Dancing
There will be no dance on the 19 Oct 24Join us every Saturday from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm for live Music & Dancing.
- Open to the public
- $10 Cover charge
- Doors open at 4:30 pm
For more information to include the bands that will be playing follow us Facebook, see link below:
Coffee & Connection
No Coffee on 13 Oct or 20 Oct and will resume again on the 27 Oct 24
Join us every Sunday from 8 am to 10 am for Coffee and some fellowship with fellow Post members.Need help with a VA claim, a DAV will be available during this time to help with you with any VA claims.For more information click the Facebook link below:
Expectations
While talking to a potential recruit, the military recruiter said, "Exactly what kind of job are you looking for in the military?"
The high school kid said, "I'm looking for something with an enlistment bonus of about $20,000, where I won't have to work too hard, and won't have to deploy overseas.
The recruiter said, "Well, what if I could hook you up with a skill that allowed you to come straight in as an E-7, where you'll only work weekdays, and you can have the base of your choice and stay there as long as you want?"
The young recruit sat up straight and said, "Wow! Are you kidding?"
The recruiter replied, "Yeah, but you started it."
Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.
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