The tradition of honoring the flag on a specific day began in the 1800s. It's a day set aside to show love for our country. Click here for details.
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As events start to open back up, we are seeing BIG lists of summer events!
Don't forget all the smaller front-range towns, Eastern Plains, mountain towns, Denver, Boulder, and Southern Colorado. Lots of good stuff coming up that will keep you entertained ALL summer.
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This Is Why We Do What We Do |
A 49-yr-old disabled USN Female Veteran in Longmont needed a new radiator for her 2001 Ford F250 pickup. Her husband is recovering from kidney surgery, two children at home, and living on disability. The vehicle overheated and couldn't be driven much of a distance. The pickup is their only vehicle and is necessary for the family mode of transportation. The truck also needed spark plugs and coils. The husband purchased eight plugs but could only install part of them because of his disability. The Veteran submitted three repair estimates. Qualified Listeners spoke with each business to determine which vendor would be the best fit. The selected repair shop provided a Veteran’s discount and installed the remaining plugs and coils. The vendor repaired the car on time and at the quoted cost. Qualified Listeners facilitated repair funding with Berthoud American Legion Post 67 through their state DMVA Grant. Here’s what the Veteran had to say, “My goodness, we cannot begin to thank you enough. Our truck runs like a kitten. She is good to go. Thank y’all a million times. Qualified Listeners ROCKS!”
Here’s One More
From a Veteran widow who needed a bathroom shower replaced. No one else would do it…
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Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible, and achieves the impossible.
- Helen Keller
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Qualified Listeners has become a community partner with SCHEELS All Sports in Johnstown, Colorado. The store is offering valuable coupons to Veterans and family members. Scheels recognizes our military heroes' dedication and sacrifice and their families. The organization wants to give back to the Veteran Community. The coupon value is $10 off with a $50 purchase through 12/31/21 and is redeemable at the Johnstown location only. All you have to do is contact us by phone or email to let us know how many coupons you would like and where we should send them.
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Please welcome Shirley Russ and Jody Clair as Family Care Coordinators to our administrative staff to aid in the growth of our organization. They are available to answer calls, address needs, and coordinate assistance in continuing our mission of helping Veterans and families find more peace in their life. No longer will callers hear only the voice of Barb or Greg when contacting the office. |
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We have the best volunteers! |
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On Saturday, May 22, 2021, we held our quarterly volunteer meeting at VFW Post 1781 in Fort Collins, with lunch provided to the 23 attendees by Auxiliary member Rennie Day. The power of these meetings is to meet new volunteers, stay in touch with each other, and productively collaborate on updates, questions, opportunities, and challenges.
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Seeking Reputable Resources
Since we cover such a large geographic area of Colorado and Wyoming, we cannot be in every community, so we ask for your help. We need to create a list of excellent service providers in your area, such as plumbers, electricians, lawn care, painting, sprinkler systems, handypersons, home contractors, moving companies, home cleaning, and others. We want to find business owners who recognize that their freedom to own a business comes from Veterans. They also need to work with us on pricing. If you’ve had success in working with a Veteran-friendly company, please let us know so we can reach out to them.
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For Veterans From Veterans |
We continue to receive donated mobility devices to pass on to other Veterans and families. The following is a listing of some of those items:
- 2 Van Lifts
- Walker with seat
- Walker without seat
- Power Scooters
- VA approved Electric Wheelchair
- External Motorized Wheelchair Lift
In search of:
- Donated Vehicles: At least every quarter, we receive a vehicle request, so we are always on the lookout for one. Would you please keep an eye out too? We need a place to keep it.
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Prostate Cancer 103
March 2021
By Greg Goettsch, Executive Director of Qualified Listeners
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If anyone has any questions about the treatment plan, how radiation feels, or how to deal with the anti-hormone injections, please feel free to call me anytime at 720-600-0860. I am happy to share my experiences with you. |
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Veterans enrolled in the VA Healthcare system and admitted to a non-VA emergency room or urgent care facility, can call the VA Authorization Office at 1-888-795-0773, option 1. A Veteran DOES NOT have to call this number before being admitted to the ER or urgent care but must do so within 72 hours post-admission.
If a Veteran is 100% disabled or retired from the military, and is in the Cheyenne VA Medical Center catchment area, call 307-778-7310 to check eligibility for dental benefits.
To transfer your records to the Cheyenne VA Medical Center catchment area, call 307-778-7555
If you fall and need help getting up, call your local fire department. If you lock your keys in the car, call your local fire department.
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May Progress
577 Volunteer Hours | 3,152 Miles
27 Veteran Transports
30 Listening Sessions
Facilitated rent payment for 3 Veterans
Facilitated vehicle repair for 6 Veterans
Delivered donated power chairs/scooters to 2 Veterans
Delivered donated furniture to 1 Veteran
Completed home repair for 2 Veterans
Onboarded 49 new Veterans into our system
Created 45 new cases
Ended month with 53 work-in-process cases
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What exactly do we do?
- We listen
- Provide transportation to medical appointments
- Help with mobility equipment
- Offer vetted resources for Veterans
- Help Veterans & families find more peace in their lives
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Monetary Donations:
We are always grateful for monetary donations, which allows us to continue serving Veterans and families. If you can contribute whatever amount you feel comfortable with, please click here. It’s not about donating; it’s about making a difference. We’re a 501(C)3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible under our EIN 81-5381427.
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Qualified Listeners
Mailing Address:
PO Box 563
Dacono, CO 80514
Tel: 720-600-0860
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