A website launched Monday, April 26 that offers resources to veterans looking to join the local workforce.
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Lieutenant Governor Discusses Next Level Veterans Initiative with Culver Officials
Indiana is looking to the military to help boost its workforce. Earlier this year, the state launched its Next Level Veterans initiative to try to entice those leaving the military to move to Indiana. Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch discussed the program during her visit to Culver last week.
NIPSCO Employees Assist Veterans Through Summer Fundraisers
To help fund Veteran support programs throughout Northern Indiana, NIPSCO is awarding 31 local Veteran organizations with donations totaling approximately $125,000. Combined with a NiSource Charitable Foundation contribution presented by NIPSCO of $25,000, the campaign raised more than $150,000. Continue reading
Still Time to Register for 9/11 Heroes Run in Culver
The Town of Culver will be honoring the memory of victims of the World Trade Center attacks, fallen heroes and their families with a 9/11 Heroes 5K Run and 1 mile fun run/walk on Saturday, September 16. In the meanwhile, event coordinators and volunteers have been lining the course with American flags.
Walkers and runners of all different ages and abilities are asked to come out to the Culver Academy Naval Building this Saturday to show support for veterans, their families and first responders. There is still time to register online before the race but individuals also have the ability to register on-site for an additional cost. Continue reading
Honor Rewards Program Looks to Help Local Veterans
Marshall County will soon be participating in a program that looks to financially assist local veterans.
The county Recorder’s Office, along with the Veteran’s Services Office, explained the benefits veterans could receive through the “Honor Rewards” program.
Sen. Donnelly’s Offices Doing Work for Library of Congress Project in Warsaw
One of Indiana’s U.S. Senate representatives will be hosting a Veterans History Project in Warsaw at the end of this month.
State and Federal Agencies Form Partnership to Help Veterans
The Indiana National Guard is teaming up with state and federal agencies to help veterans and their families. The new initiative, called Joining Community Forces Indiana, will work to identify common issues for veterans and provide resources and education for the groups helping them. Continue reading
PTSD Triggers Present During Independence Day Celebrations
Fireworks detonated during holiday celebrations can have an effect on individuals afflicted with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, according to one Clinically Licensed Social Worker.
Richard Voorhees is affiliated with Pulaski Memorial Hospital. He says former and active military members who have been in combat situations are particularly susceptible to the noise on Independence Day.
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Sen. Donnelly Care Package Looks to Increase Mental Health Services
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is looking to provide additional mental healthcare services to members of the armed services.
During a conference call with reporters Wednesday afternoon, Donnelly said the “Care Package” legislation – which is part of the broader National Defense Authorization Act – aims to increase access to healthcare services provided through the Department of Defense and community healthcare providers.
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Potential Seminar Works To Give Veterans Transition Training
WorkOne in Plymouth is working to get veterans the services they need to find work and transition back to civilian life.
Interest is being gathered to help host the seminar in the area. According to a press release, WorkOne is hoping to help veterans cope with change, resume preparation, and networking.
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Rep. Walorski Looks For Key Goals in SOTU
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski had a few goals in mind prior to Tuesday night’s State of the Union Address.
Indiana’s 2nd District U.S. Representative has made a point of discussing what she considers an overreach of power through the President’s recent executive orders.
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Rep. Gutwein Supportive of New VA Position
He had a bill prepared, but 16th District State Representative Doug Gutwein says he is just as pleased with a new resource for female veterans in Indiana.
There are 38-thousand vets in the state who also happen to be women.
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