LVMAC NEWS
Let’s Really Talk About Suicide Prevention
Some Simple Wisdom In the world of the Department of Veterans Affairs and the federal government’s observances, this is Suicide Prevention Month. National Ice Cream month probably gets greater attention. Current efforts to reduce suicides in our nation have been abysmally poor considering the time and money spent. Although a Read more…
LVMAC NEWS
St. Michael’s Warriors Explains Its Singular Service
Turning Trauma into Triumph David and Danielle Alercia, two of the founding members of St. Michael’s Warriors, a recent start-up nonprofit based in the Lehigh Valley, spoke to the LVMAC Council about the origins, mission and intended direction of this new organization. It was formed because of the problems associated Read more…
Forward Observer
Join the VA’s Compassionate Contact Corps! The CCC of the Modern Era
Join the VA’s Compassionate Contact Corps! The CCC of the Modern Era Looking for a more personal way to help veterans: those in need of someone with whom to talk? A human voice sometimes has magical powers. A caring heart is a gift from God — something learned, not automatic. Read more…
First Annual Veterans and Community Partners Wellness Summit
Intended audience: This event was originally created to educate and connect health care professionals, veteran advocates, caregivers, family members, and community leaders. Priority is to health care professionals and social workers. CEU credits are planned to be offered. Information link provides the agenda The Veterans and Community Partners Wellness Summit Read more…
Northampton Community College Combat Stigma Run & Walk
Supports the college’s Band of Brothers activities and Team Red, White, and Blue. One can also compete virtually.
Tidbits
LVMAC Tidbit: Guard Your Health — It is Open Season for Military Healthcare
EDITOR’S NOTE: As related at our November council meeting, it is open season for military healthcare insurance. As promised, we are relaying the contents of Tammy Cartagana’s message given there to you through our website. It is was not a direct sales pitch, but given in the interest of the Read more…
