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On Thursday, July 14, 2016, Governor Baker signed the HOME Act and added another level of protection for veterans who are transitioning to civilian life by establishing laws to prevent veterans from being discriminated against in regard to housing, employment, and military service, as well …Continue Reading HOME Act Adds Another Level of Protection for Veterans Who are Entering Civilian Life
As part of National PTSD Awareness Month, the National Center for PTSD is asking people to make a difference by sharing information and helping to spread the word about PTSD as part of PTSD awareness day on June 27. The National Center for PTSD has …Continue Reading Learn more about PTSD Awareness Month
Earlier this month, Secretary Francisco Ureña visited the St. Paul School in Hingham, Mass. where he read “Veterans: Heroes in our Neighborhood” to first and second graders. He also took the time to speak with students about the role veterans play in their service to the …Continue Reading Secretary Urena pays visit to St. Paul School
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is proud to honor all of those who have served our country in the armed forces this Veteran’s Day. Massachusetts is also proud to have a strong Women Veteran’s Network that acts as a central resource for women veterans. Established in …Continue Reading Women Veterans Recognized for Service and Strong Network at Appreciation Event
Seven Blackhawk helicopters swooped down on Boston Common today and each delivered a hero to the city. They arrived separately but are joined together by an uncommon bond. They have received the highest military honor bestowed. The Medal of Honor. The dramatic arrival was fit …Continue Reading Veterans’ Services Welcomes Medal of Honor Society
On Saturday, June 27, Aspen Dental teams will be providing an opportunity for veterans to receive free dental care. This will be one of the largest single-day dental health initiatives for veterans ever. During the appointments, dental teams will be focusing on the most urgent …Continue Reading Veterans – Get a Beautiful Smile for FREE!
The time has come again to thank our Nations’ Veterans for their service and sacrifices for our nation. The Department of Veterans’ Services and Secretary Coleman Nee are hosting the Annual Veterans’ Day ceremony tomorrow in Memorial Hall of the State House. The ceremony, which …Continue Reading Celebrate Veterans Day 2014
On September 19, Health and Human Services Secretary John Polanowicz visited the new Haymarket Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) location and joined Registrar Celia Blue to get his veteran license plates for his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Secretary Polanowicz, an Army veteran and West Point graduate, joins tens of thousands of Massachusetts veterans …Continue Reading Secretary Polanowicz Gets Vets’ Plates: Here’s How You Can Too!
The Massachusetts Women Veterans’ Network of the Department of Veterans’ Services (WVN) has been connecting women veterans with benefits, services, and each other, since 1997. Since its founding, the Network has been the central resource for women veterans across the Commonwealth, and continues to connect its members …Continue Reading Veterans: Find your Sisterhood in Massachusetts
Veterans, upon returning home, have the unique challenge of reintegrating back into civilian life. Here in Massachusetts, veterans and those currently serving on Active Duty have access to a wide array of employment and training resources to ensure their success in the workforce when they …Continue Reading Veterans: Find Your Career in Massachusetts
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