Have you served in the Military? Veterans Leadership Program, VLP, serves all who served, regardless of VA eligibility, discharge status, or length of service. Do you need help with housing, career development, wellness, support services, emergency housing, rent and utility assistance, case management, women veterans group, LGBTQ veterans group, tax return clinic, food assistance, employment assistance, resumes and cover letters, substance use programs, nutrition and fitness benefits, veterans court programs, and more? To see if you qualify for any of these services, call (844) 857-8387, Ext. 400. The office is located at 406 W. 8th. St. in Erie. Or email info@vlpwpa.org or visit veteransleadershipprogram.org. If you do not call, they can not help you.
District Meeting Set
The Pennsylvania VFW 28th District meeting will be held at 2 p.m. May 1 at the Bruce Shorts VFW Post 5958, located at 206 St. Johns St. in Titusville. The topics are regular business, nominations, elections, and installation of officers for the years 2022 to 2023. Members running for office must have their DD214. The 28th District covers Erie, Mercer, and Crawford Counties. Members in good standing are encouraged to attend.
Important Dates in May
The month of May has many important days. Here are just a few:
May is the Month of the Military Caregiver and National Military Appreciation Month.
The first full week of May is Public Service Recognition Week and National Correctional Officers Week
May 1 – Silver Star Banner Day
May 1 – Loyalty Day
May 5 – National Day of Prayer
May 6-12 – National Nurses Week
May 6 – Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 8 – VE Day (Victory In Europe)
May 8 – Mothers Day
May 13 – Children of Fallen Patriots Day
May 14-21 – Armed Forces Week
May 15 – Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 15 – Armed Forces Day
May 30 – Memorial Day
Till next week, praying for all service members.
– Charles Castelluccio
