Prodded by Jared Golden, the VA plans to open a 24-bed facility in 2022 so Maine veterans won’t have to travel out of state for treatment.
Maine veterans
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine bill would help veterans discharged because of sexual orientation
The measure calls for Maine’s Bureau of Veterans Services to provide state benefits to veterans who received other-than-honorable discharges before the federal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ law was repealed in 2011.
advertisement
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Now more than ever, let’s look out for one another
COVID, isolation and power outages have been tough on everyone – resources are out there to meet the mental health needs of Maine’s veterans.
Posted inMaine
Togus VA adds external triage tent to handle coronavirus cases, testing
VA Maine Healthcare-Togus looks to lessen the potential for infection in main hospital building by adding the new unit outside.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster
Hire a Vet connects veterans with employers
Since its launch in 2015, the Maine Hire a Vet program has connected nearly 900 employees with more than 1,300 companies.
Posted inMaine
Winthrop mourns loss of former police officer and decorated soldier, Gilbert Turcotte
Turcotte, who was remembered as an advocate for fellow veterans and a hero, died on Nov. 10.
Posted inMaine
South Portland memorial honors a WWII veteran known for modesty, valor
Captured multiple times and awarded a Bronze Star, Barry Scott didn’t speak about his experiences because he didn’t want to ‘brag.’
Posted inThe Forecaster
Bouloses donate scholarship fund for vets at USM
PORTLAND — Beginning next fall, an endowed scholarship will be available for veterans attending the University of Southern Maine. The scholarship is being created through a $500,000 gift from Vietnam Marine pilot Joe Boulos and his wife and Sheri to the University of Southern Maine Foundation. “It is our hope that our gift will help […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Veterans need a strong VA health system
Veterans deserve good, timely care from a system that appreciates their unique needs.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Honor your fellow veterans by accessing your earned benefits
If you raised your right hand, the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services is honored to give you the best support and care we can provide.