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Veterans Affairs Commission
April 2024 Newsletter
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Month of the Military Child | |
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April is nationally observed as the “Month of the Military Child.” Join us as we express our heartfelt appreciation to these extraordinary youth and recognize their indomitable spirit and resilience. Despite the challenges of frequent relocation and prolonged separations, these remarkable young people demonstrate unwavering strength.
Thank you, military youth, for your many sacrifices. You are an integral component of the armed forces community, and we celebrate you this and every month!
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FOCUS World
FOCUS teaches military children and families to understand their emotions, communicate more clearly, solve problems more effectively, set and achieve goals and learn other skills that aid in everyday interactions.
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Military One Source
Military OneSource is a 24/7 Defense Department-funded connection program that provides military families solutions that include, but are not limited to, spouse employment help and relocation and deployment tools.
Call 800-342-9647 to get connected!
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VETERANS AFFAIRS COMMISSION MEETING | |
When: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Where: Community Resources Building
30 Duke Street, Suite 105
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
5-6:30 p.m.
The Commission will interview candidates for the District 3 (Northern Calvert) VAC Vacancy. View Current and Past VAC Agendas.
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Congratulations to
the Owings Family!
Calvert County Veteran Affairs Commission Chair, Dr. Brandon Temple, Commissioner President, Earl F. "Buddy" Hance and Secretary of the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs, Anthony Woods presented George Owings IV with a posthumous induction certificate for the late George Owings into the prestigious National Association for Black Veterans' Hall of Fame at the March 13, 2024, VAC meeting.
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Save the Date for MilVetNet!
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) invites you to attend MilVet Net, a no-cost networking event highlighting national, regional and local military and veteran support services. Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs), nonprofits and select employers will be available to meet with you and answer your questions. Laura Hatcher Photography will offer FREE headshots.
Guest Speaker: Phill Briggs, Eye on Veterans Podcast Host.
Email vesseyvrc@umgc.edu for more information.
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When: Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 4-7 p.m.
Where: College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
3501 University Blvd. East
Adelphi, MD 20783
FREE: Admission, parking and dinner
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Gold Star Spouses Day
April 5
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National Former Prisoner of War (POW) Day
April 9
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Air Force Reserve Birthday
April 14
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Army Reserve Birthday
April 23
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Honor a World War II Veteran with a Memorial Paver | |
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The Calvert County Department of Public Works, General Services Division invites citizens to honor a World War II veteran with a memorial brick on the Veterans Patio at the “On Watch” memorial statue in Solomons.
The monument, unveiled in August 2007, is located at 14485 Dowell Road in Solomons and commemorates those who served the United States during World War II at the Solomons Amphibious Training Base. This facility was the nation’s first amphibious training facility and was active from 1942-1945.
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The cost of each brick is $100 and is tax deductible. An application is available online at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/OnWatch. Purchasers will be notified when engraving and installation are complete. Gifts made toward the memorial brick campaign are used for maintenance and care of the statue and grounds.
For more information, contact Sarah Rosado at 410-535-1600, ext. 2565.
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Calvert County Distributing 2,500 Internet Devices to
Enhance Digital Access | |
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Next Device Distribution Date:
- Sat., April 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., NE Community Ctr., 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave. in Chesapeake Beach
- Wed., April 17, 1 – 6 p.m., Southern Community Center, 20 Appeal Lane in Lusby
- Sat., May 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Calvert Library, 850 Costly Way in Prince Frederick
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Calvert County Government is partnering with Calvert Library and the University of Maryland Extension to distribute 2,500 Chromebooks to qualified households. Residents collecting Veterans Pensions and Survivor benefits are eligible. | |
Academic Scholarship Available for Military Caregivers
Offered through the University of Maryland Global Campus, The Pillars of Strength Scholarship aims to honor the unparalleled selflessness and commitment the caregivers by covering the full cost of tuition, fees and course-required resources.
Applications are accepted every year from Nov. 11 to April 30 of the following year. Spouses, parents, stepparents, siblings, stepsiblings, fiances, children, stepchildren or friends of servicemembers or veterans who became wounded, injured or ill in the line of duty after Sept. 11, 2001 are eligible to apply. Enrollment in the VA Caregiver Program or assignment as a DoD-designated non-medical attendant (NMA) is not required.
Learn about other criteria, application instructions and apply at www.umgc.edu/pillarsapp by April 30, 2024. For more information, email PillarsofStrength@umgc.edu.
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Featured Resource:
Annapolis Vet Center
The Annapolis Vet Center provides confidential help for veterans, service members and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Services include counseling for depression, PTSD and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma. An initial in-person intake is required with virtual options available thereafter.
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Calvert Library Offers Veteran Resources Online | |
Calvert Library proudly supports our veterans with a wealth of resources and virtual events tailored to their needs. Discover national and local resources, library events, fiction and non-fiction reads, all dedicated to honoring and assisting those who have served our nation. | | | | |
