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.
In January, there are several military-related events and observances:January 1: This day is observed as a federal holiday, during which Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) facilities may be closed or have modified hours. January 15, 2024: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day set aside to celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader. January 13: K9 Veterans Day, commemorating the official birthday of the United States K9 Corps on March 13, 1942. January 19: Coast Guard Reserve Birthday, recognizing the establishment of the Coast Guard Reserve.
Veteran 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/
WeatherIf you need any assistance from this upcoming winter storm, please let us know, and we can get you the assistance needed or even help out.Keep an eye on the weather and if there is a freeze coming, please turn on a sink to drip the water at night. This will help from keeping the pipes from freezing.If you don'y need to go out, please stay home and be safe, and keep warm
Event
11 Jan District Meeting at Post 4588 starting at 9am
On 17 Jan 2025(Friday) the Post will be having a movie night. The movie will be 3 Kings, Due to to Operation Desert Storm
Movie starts at 7:00pm or 1900 local. Popcorn, finger foods will be served.
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
Join 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:
Military Humor
What do you call a military officer who goes to the bathroom a lot? A LOOtenant!
What do you call a training sergeant who’s very kind and respectful? A drill serGENTLEMEN!
What do hungry Marines eat? SUB sandwiches!
What should have been the day we chose to celebrate World Military Day? March forth!
An officer calls a young Soldier to attention, scolding him for not attending camouflage training that morning. "Thank you, sir.” the Soldier responds.
What do you call a group of kids who enlists in the military? The INFANTry!
Oh, you’re a troop who survived pepper spray AND mustard gas? Well, I, too, am a SEASONED Veteran!
Why does the military have a strict dress code for ceremonies and events? Civilian CASUAL TEES are not acceptable.
Why do optometrists set their clocks to military time? They want their patients to see 20:20!
What do you call someone who joined the military out of spite? A PETTY officer!
Why didn’t the troop tell anyone about their rank in the military? It was PRIVATE.
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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