Erie County Veterans Service Agency

12/07/2022

Today is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, commemorating December 7, 1941, when the Imperial Japanese Navy attacked the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, marking the United States' entry into World War II. Take a moment to remember.

Learn about the services of the Erie County Veterans Service Agency, helping local vets since 1926. Visit: erie.gov/veterans

11/10/2022

Photos from Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz's post

11/10/2022

Honor at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park on Friday, November 11, 10 AM – 4 PM (last admission at 3 PM). Veterans get in FREE!

Programs FREE & OPEN TO ALL:

• 10 AM: Veterans Day Ceremony in Hangar Building

• 12 PM: Hispanic American Veterans Ceremony at WNY Hispanic American Veterans Memorial

• 4 PM: Speaker: The Legacy & Loss of USS Juneau with Blair Atcheson, Program Manager for the Naval History & Heritage Command's Underwater Archaeology Branch. Free & open to public; light refreshments for purchase. Reserve your seat for this free program at: buytickets.at/buffalonavalpark/788997


Cc: Erie County Veterans Service Agency

11/10/2022

🔔 Reminder: all Erie County government offices, including all Auto Bureau locations, will be closed tomorrow, Friday, November 11, for .

(Auto bureaus will also be closed Saturday, November 12.)

Cc: Erie County Veterans Service Agency

11/10/2022

06/29/2022

Live Unofficial Election Results

Live Unofficial Election Results

Live streaming broadcast of unofficial election results, anywhere on any device.

06/22/2022

🗓️ This date in 1944: President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the "G.I. Bill" into law. Officially called the "Servicemen's Readjustment Act," the bill provided a range of benefits, including college education, for many returning World War II veterans.

The bill transformed the lives of millions of Americans, and is credited with helping create a thriving middle class and driving long-term economic growth for decades after WWII.

Learn more: https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/123186/born-of-controversy-the-gi-bill-of-rights/

More about the ECVSA at: erie.gov/veterans

06/10/2022

PTSD Coach Online home

Are you veterans experiencing problems with anger, anxiety, sleep disorders, disconnection with friends and family.

It could be PTSD. Click the link below for tools to manage stress.

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/apps/ptsdcoachonline/default.htm

PTSD Coach Online is a suite of 17 tools designed to help people cope with sleep problems, sadness, anger, anxiety and other symptoms that can develop after trauma.

06/08/2022

What is PTSD?

What is PTSD? This video provides a brief overview of the symptoms of PTSD, so that providers, Veterans, and their family members can quickly learn about PTSD and shares the National Center for PTSD website where more information on PTSD and treatment can be found.

https://youtu.be/dRYBfsdO2is

This video provides a brief overview of the symptoms of PTSD, so that providers, Veterans, and their family members can quickly learn about PTSD and shares t...

06/06/2022

On this date, June 6, 1944, the largest amphibious military operation in history took place: Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy, France, commonly known as D-Day. Learn more: loc.gov/item/today-in-history/june-06

Learn about the Erie County Veterans Service Agency, helping local vets since 1926: erie.gov/veterans

06/05/2022

PTSD Bytes

Are you aware U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has a podcast that assist veterans with PTSD.

Click the link below for more information.

https://www.spreaker.com/show/ptsd-bytes

Listen in to popular podcasts and radio shows from around the world or start your own with Spreaker!

06/03/2022

Veterans Crisis Line

Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?

You're not alone—the Veterans Crisis Line is here for you. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call.

https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones. Call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or text 838255.

05/30/2022

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor all military personnel who died serving in the U.S. armed forces. Today, take a moment to think of the fallen service members who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our rights and freedoms as Americans.

05/27/2022

Mission Daybreak

Since 2001, 30,000 veterans have died from su***de.

The VA is offering $3 million dollars to develop su***de prevention solutions.

Click the link below for more information.

Now launched: ' $20 million calls on innovators to develop ***deprevention solutions that meet the diverse needs of . Learn more about submitting a concept paper — Phase 1 submissions are due by July 8: https://www.missiondaybreak.net/?utm_source=challen...

04/22/2022

If you experienced military sexual trauma (MST), you might feel alone and unsure of where to turn. At U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs , we believe you, and we believe in you. VA is here to help survivors of all genders and backgrounds heal after MST. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, learn how VA supports MST survivors.

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/

04/14/2022

Veteran Nominations | The Posse Foundation

Do you know a veteran looking to achieve a bachelor's degree? The The Posse Foundation offers a great program to nominate veterans. Click the link below for more information.

Posse and its partner institutions empower diverse groups of leaders who transform communities, this country and the world.

04/14/2022

The ships will be closed to the public as we work to assess a situation with USS The Sullivans. Yesterday, a serious hull breach occurred aft of midship on the starboard side. Our crew has been monitoring the ship all night and morning and are working with marine engineers and members of BIDCO Marine Group, the Buffalo Fire Department, Buffalo Police Department, Homeland Security, and Coast Guard to assess the problem, minimize damage, and remove water from the ship.

For over a year, we have been working hard to preserve USS The Sullivans and that work continues today and into the future. We are grateful for your continued support of this historic ship and of the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park.

03/24/2022

VA claims backlog improves, but still sits far above pre-pandemic levels

https://bit.ly/3Ld2Uww

The claims backlog is nearly three times higher than in early 2020.

02/15/2022

Exhibits, Historic Military Museum | Buffalo Naval Park

39 days until Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park open for the season. Spring is coming!

Fun fact it is the largest inland Naval Park in the United States.

Exhibits include the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, USS Croaker, a museum with historic artifacts from many branches of the armed forces and gift shop.

02/15/2022

Are you a veteran looking for a career? Tops Friendly Markets is hiring for numerous positions. Email [email protected] if interested.

02/14/2022

Become a Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

Are you a small business? Check out some of the benefits being offered by our partners at New York State Division of Veterans' Services

Get a NYS certification to participate in New York State's contracting opportunities.

02/11/2022

Military Records Research

We often get asked questions from relatives about military records and where they can be obtained. The National Archives has records going back to the Revolutionary War. Click the link below if you want more information.

Research by Branch Army Navy Marine Corps Air Force Coast Guard Research by War or Conflict The National Archives holds Federal military service records from the Revolutionary War to 1912 in the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Military service records from WWI - present are held in the Nationa...

02/10/2022

DRIVE-THRU COVID-19 TESTING: VA Western New York Healthcare System is now offering unscheduled drive-thru COVID-19 testing for enrolled Veterans at the Buffalo VA Medical Center location, 3495 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, New York. COVID-19 testing will be offered to enrolled Veterans who are symptomatic, suspected of being infected with COVID-19, or who have come into close contact with someone that has tested positive for COVID-19. We ask drive-thru Veterans who wish to be tested to enter the campus at the Lebrun Road entrance located behind the Buffalo VA Medical Center. Veterans will be directed to the Mobile Care Unit positioned behind the parking ramp for testing. This FREE unscheduled drive-thru testing will be available Monday – Friday from 10:00am until 2:30pm. NOTE: All scheduled COVID-19 testing appointments for enrolled Veterans remain unchanged and will continue to be performed under the parking ramp.

02/06/2022

Veteran Sense of Belonging Survey

Every 3rd Wed SEP21 thru MAR22

Hallways Contemporary Arts Center
341 Delaware Ave.

Veterans will be asked to reflect upon literature & art to better understand their sense of belonging.

https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/developing-a-sense-of-meaningful-belonging-among-veterans/

https://www.facebook.com/SunyUBnehprojects

01/10/2022

Veteran Sense of Belonging Survey

Every 3rd Wed SEP21 thru MAR22

Hallways Contemporary Arts Center
341 Delaware Ave.

Veterans will be asked to reflect upon literature & art to better understand their sense of belonging.

https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/developing-a-sense-of-meaningful-belonging-among-veterans/

https://www.facebook.com/SunyUBnehprojects

12/09/2021

Veteran Sense of Belonging Survey

Every 3rd Wed SEP21 thru MAR22

Hallways Contemporary Arts Center
341 Delaware Ave.

Veterans will be asked to reflect upon literature & art to better understand their sense of belonging.

https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/developing-a-sense-of-meaningful-belonging-among-veterans/

https://www.facebook.com/SunyUBnehprojects

12/06/2021

Wreaths Across America Day 12-18

Help the WNY National Cemetery by purchasing a wreath for $15 to be placed on a veteran's grave.

Donate:
www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ny0368P

Sponsor:
www.wreathsaccrossamerica/NY3688

Volunteering:
Jim Nielson
585.305.1142

Matt Moscato
716.353.5768

11/26/2021

Wreaths Across America Day 12-18

Help the WNY National Cemetery by purchasing a wreath for $15 to be placed on a veteran's grave.

Donate:
www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ny0368P

Sponsor:
www.wreathsaccrossamerica/NY3688

Volunteering:
Jim Nielson
585.305.1142

Matt Moscato
716.353.5768

11/13/2021

Veteran Sense of Belonging Survey

Every 3rd Wed SEP21 thru MAR22

Hallways Contemporary Arts Center
341 Delaware Ave.

Veterans will be asked to reflect upon literature & art to better understand their sense of belonging.

https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/developing-a-sense-of-meaningful-belonging-among-veterans/

https://www.facebook.com/SunyUBnehprojects

11/11/2021

Happy Veterans Day to all Veterans and their families!

Thank you for your sacrifices.

11/10/2021

Birth of the U.S. Marine Corps

Marine Corps Birthday!

During the American Revolution, the Continental Congress passes a resolution stating that “two Battalions of Marines be raised” for service as landing forces

11/04/2021

Virtual Veterans Day Program

11-11 9:30am
Repeated at 7pm

Rich Newburg Reports:
Behind The Scenes of Desert Shield
Heroes of Normandy

https://www.facebook.com/buffalolibrary.central

11/03/2021

Workforce Governance

NYSDOL STATEWIDE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

Ready to improve your skills & start on your ideal career?

Classes include: Resume Writing, Interviewing, Transferable Skills and more.

Register:

Designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market.

10/31/2021

Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

Veterans for Mustangs

11-9 9pm

Free Webinar

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88586496976?pwd=dU1QbGJFdGRRZzhxQ1NoeS9uTEdrUT09
Passcode: 858061

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10/28/2021

VA Western New York health care | Veterans Affairs

Vaccination Clinic:
Flu & COVID-19

No appointment needed!

Buffalo VA Hospital
Freedom Hall/Room 301
3495 Bailey Ave, Buff

Tues-Fri 8am-3pm
Walk-in or Call for Appt. 716-862-7868

At VA Western New York Healthcare System, our health care teams are deeply experienced and guided by the needs of Veterans, their families, and caregivers. Find a health facility near you, and manage your health online. Sign up for community events and updates.

10/27/2021

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority - Jobs

NFTA Jobs

ASSISTANT MANAGER, BUS MAINTENANCE & EQUIPMENT
MANAGER, BUS MAINTENANCE & EQUIPMENT
SUPERINTENDENT, RAIL RESOURCES

Submit by: 11-3-21

Find more vacancies: https://jobs.nfta.com/jobPosts.aspx

Job App.: https://www.nfta.com/media/y0ep4rih/employmentapp.pdf

Email app to: [email protected]

Jobs.nfta.com comprises all career opportunities available throughout the transportation authority, including two airports, a bus and rail system, police force and fire department.

10/26/2021

Discarding Unused Medication