Tohono O'odham Veterans Affairs Office

06/22/2021

AZ Women Vets Campout 2021! Reserve your spot today ladies!

06/14/2021

Happy birthday Army and happy flag day! 246 years of honor, dedication, and service! HOOAH!!

(Photo: Caroline Schofer/U.S. Army)

06/12/2021

Ofc. Bryan Brown’s 1st End of Watch Anniversary, organized by Zachery Woodrow

GoFundMe for Officer Brown, donations are now being accepted. Thank you for your service Officer Brown and Godspeed!

https://gofund.me/f8ce29df

Friends within the Tohono O'odham Police Department of Bryan Brown hav… Zachery Woodrow needs your support for Ofc. Bryan Brown’s 1st End of Watch Anniversary

05/31/2021

Thank you to the Sells Fire Department and Sherman's crew for raising the colors!

05/31/2021

On this day we remember; we remember those that stood up to defend our freedoms and paid the ultimate sacrifice. We remember those that served our country with honor and have been laid to eternal rest. Those that suffered and endured for us all. You are not forgotten, we remember you on this Memorial Day. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Thank you brothers and sisters for your service!

John 15:13

05/14/2021

*Update*
Funeral services will start at 9am.

I'm saddened to inform everyone of the passing of Stephen Susunkewa and Tristen Long. Stephen was a Marine and had recently graduated from Arizona State University and both had such a promising future. Both of these young men were taken too early and will be missed greatly. We mourn their passing and celebrate their lives, our thoughts and prayers are with their family and friends during this difficult time.

05/05/2021

FREE COVID-19 Vaccinations
Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:00 - 8:00pm
Casino del Sol AVA east parking lot
Open to the Public (tribal/non-tribal)

03/24/2021

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of David Escalante. Condolences to friends and family, we morn with you.
Rest easy brother and godspeed on your next journey... 🇺🇸

03/17/2021

92 years young, happy birthday to Mr. David Escalante! Thank you for your service and dedication to our Nation. You are a true inspiration to us all and we hope to be celebrating many more birthdays with you!🇺🇸

03/04/2021

Veterans, the claims office at the VA is still closed. If you need to start a claim for medical benefits here are the numbers you can call to speak with a Veteran Service Officer (VSO). If you need assistance we are here to help.

03/04/2021

The Three Points VFW will be honoring Vietnam Veterans on March 29th. Free meals to all Vietnam Veterans and they definitely have great food!

01/19/2021

ATTENTION

The Veterans Affairs office will operate on the following days & hours:

Monday & Wednesday’s

9:00am to 2:00pm

Due to the increase of COVID cases, this schedule will be effective January 19, 2021, until further notice. If you should need assistance after these hours you can reach the following.

Jacob Trevino, Program Coordinator #520-993-3135

Hank Cannon, Manager #520-993-5009

12/24/2020

As we celebrate Christmas during a difficult year for many, there are things to be grateful for, such as Mr. Enos Listo. This Korean War Army veteran will be celebrating his 88th birthday on the 25th. We are truly grateful for your service because men like you have made this world a better place.

Happy birthday and we wish you many more! 🇺🇸🎂🎈🎉

12/03/2020

Southern AZ VA Health Care System

The Tucson VA and Pima County Health Department will be hosting an interactive live tele town hall on Friday, December 4 from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Tucson VA executive leadership and Pima County Public Health Director, Dr. Theresa Cullen will be providing updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak in Pima County and answer questions from Veterans and their families.

We encourage all Veterans and their families across Pima County to participate in the tele town hall by calling 1-833-380-0409 or access the streaming link at access.live/vatucson.

If any Veteran or family member would like to submit a question prior to the tele town, they can email them to [email protected].

11/21/2020

It's Friday! Stay safe and have a great weekend!

11/20/2020

Veterans! Do you have a utility bill you need some help with?! We can help! The Wounded Warriors Family Support would like to pay your utility bill (i.e. gas, power, wood, propane, or any other utilities. Sorry, no phone/cell bills, credit card bills, rent or mortgage.)

Just need a copy of your DD214 and your utility bill brought to the office Monday from 9-2 OR email it to [email protected] OR you can snap a picture on your phone and send it to 520-993-3135.

If you have any questions, please contact the office at 520-383-1900

11/11/2020

Veterans, please stop by the office for a spaghetti plate from 10:00am-12:00pm. When you pull up to the office, call 520-993-3135 and we'll bring you out a plate.

11/11/2020

National Native American Veterans Memorial Opening

It is with great pleasure that I announce the opening of the National Native American Veterans Memorial in Washington DC.

On November 11, 2020, the National Museum of the American Indian shares a virtual message to mark the completion of the National Native American Veterans Mem...

11/11/2020

Happy Veterans Day and thank you for your unwaivering dedication and sacrifices! 🇺🇸

11/10/2020

Commandant’s 245th Marine Corps Birthday Message

Happy Birthday Marine Corps! 245 years of incredible service and sacrifice. Semper Fi!

11/10/2020

On Wednesday November 11, 2020, there will be a virtual message honoring the service and sacrifice of Native Veterans and their families as the
Smithsonian marks the completion of the National Native American Veterans
Memorial. Below is a link to the National Museum of the American Indian
website in Washington DC.

https://americanindian.si.edu/visit/washington/nnavm

Also Veterans, please stop by for a to-go lunch plate starting at 10:00am. You can call
383-1900 from your vehicle and we will bring a plate out to you. All social distancing rules are still in effect.

11/10/2020

Veterans Day 2020 Discounts - VAntage Point

Don't want to cook on Veterans Day?! No problem 👍. Check out the link for free meal, free haircuts, and great discounts for our countries Veterans. 🇺🇸

This Veterans Day 2020 discounts list will be updated as we learn of more nationally available ways organizations want to give to Veterans.

11/06/2020

On behalf of the Veterans community, we would like to offer our deepest condolences to the loved ones and fellow Veterans of Austin Moreno. Rest well brother. 🇺🇸

10/30/2020

Veterans Day 2020 Discounts - VAntage Point

Veterans, family, and friends,
This Veterans Day, businesses will be honoring those who have served in our armed forces. Here is a link for free meals/ discounts in our area. Please share with a Veteran! 🇺🇸

This Veterans Day 2020 discounts list will be updated as we learn of more nationally available ways organizations want to give to Veterans.

10/12/2020

*Update* Thank you everyone! We found a walker and it's all thanks to everyone coming together to help! Awesome!

Veterans, friends, and families, we have a veteran that is in need of a walker. If anyone is willing to donate one please message me. Thank you and have a wonderful day!

10/11/2020

Our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Lucinda Hughes-Juan. She helped to improve our Veterans community and we are forever grateful. Rest in peace.

10/10/2020

Great opportunity ladies, don't miss out.

JOIN US at the 2020 Military/Veteran VIRTUAL Women's Expo for a chance to win a variety of raffle prizes including a $250 Visa gift card, participate in a variety of workshops, guided meditation, yoga, and more! To register visit https://bit.ly/3iufh9u

10/09/2020

Have a safe and fun weekend!

10/09/2020

VA.gov | Veterans Affairs

VA.gov | Veterans Affairs

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

10/05/2020

The Veterans Community has lost one of our own. Please keep Norbert Carlos and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

"The brave never die, though they sleep in dust: Their courage nerves a thousand living men." --Minot J. Savage

Thank you for your service and rest well brother.

09/24/2020

Need Employment? We've got your six! Veterans,
There is a great employment opportunity with the Department of Homeland Security in Sells, AZ and currently they are looking for a Veteran to fill the position. If you are interested please email us and we will get you further details. [email protected]

09/23/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Native Veteran Rezilience and Wellness: Provider Peer to Peer support . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

The quarantine has been a stressful time and how have you been faring during quarantine? What can providers do to support during this time? These questions are on our minds and below is a discussion to share strategies, resources, and support each other as we work with and care for our veteran. If you would like to join the discussion Sep 25, 2020 at 01:00 PM please follow the link below to register.

https://uiowa.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclde2hrT8rHNIs_Foq4z9st8WpK8xxebdJ

How are our veteran patients faring during quarantine? What can we, as providers, do to support them during this time? These questions are on our minds and we hope to share strategies, resources, and support each other as we work with and care for our veteran patients, especially those in Native com...

09/23/2020

VAEAP Introduction - Dr. Ursula Schuch

Are you looking to start a career in agriculture? The Veterans Affairs office can help! Below is a free educational program offered to Vets. If you are interested please let us know and we can help you get set up! 🇺🇸

Dr. Ursula Schuch of the University of Arizona is one of the professors working on the Veterans Agriculture Education and Apprenticeship Program (VAEAP). In ...

12/20/2019

Tohono O'odham Veterans

Tohono O'odham Veterans

12/18/2019

Good morning Veterans,
Join us today at our Veterans Office for an amazing breakfast.
Special thanks to the TOUA Water Department for sponsoring. 🤗