Veterans Voice
September 2021
Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) Newsletter
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Director's Message * Honoring Heroes * Health & Wellness * Programs & Services * News * Always Remember
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Suicide Prevention
Heroes for Heroes
Want to Connect 
Heroes for Heroes program participants and volunteers are paired to engage in phone calls or video chats twice per week. 
Monthly Director's Message, Kat Miller
Greetings and I hope you are doing well.  

Fires, economic wages, earthquakes, disease, and now deadly attacks on U.S. Service Men and Women. These are challenging times. With the recent turn of events in Afghanistan, I have been asked frequently how Nevada Veterans and their families are feeling. Read More
Honoring Our Heroes
 Jesse Tiffany Named Veteran of the Month &
 Steve Secora Named Veteran Supporter of the Month
Jesse Tiffany
We congratulate Jesse Tiffany for being named Veteran of the Month (VOM) and Steve Secora for being recognized as Veteran Supporter for the Month (VSM) of September. Read More
Remembering 9/11 and Honoring POW/MIA Day 
Northern Nevada Remembering 9/11: The Nevada Veterans Coalition will be hosting a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery on Saturday, September 11, 2021, beginning at 8:00 A.M.
 
Southern Nevada POW/MIA Day: You are cordially invited to attend two significant events in September 2021. Nellis Air Force Base in southern Nevada is hosting the 2021 National Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Recognition Ceremony on Friday, September 17th. The event begins at 8:00 A.M. with a reception immediately following the ceremony.  Read More
The Passing of Brett Palmer
On behalf of the family, the Nevada Veterans Coalition is profoundly sad to announce the passing of our leader, and true patriot, Brett G. Palmer. Read More
Health and Wellness
Ask. Care. Treat.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. While we strive to bring awareness each day. This month is a time to emphasize the role we each can play. Read More
Resources in wake of events in Afghanistan
With the recent news surrounding the United States’ withdrawal from Afghanistan, it’s a particularly emotional time for many Veterans, as well as their family members, survivors, and caregivers. Read More
Free Dental Care Offered For Eligible Veterans 
(Las Vegas) — There are several organizations serving veterans who are sometimes forgotten in times of need. Unfortunately, many lower income veterans often are forgotten when they are unable to afford professional dental care. Read More
PTSD NOW! Mental Health Counselor
In April, the Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) hosted a check presentation ceremony highlighting a new program with the not-for profit organization Chase Rauchle PTSD Now, president of PTSD Now. Read More
VA Caregiver Support Program Summit  
The VA Sierra and Southern Nevada Healthcare Systems are hosting the Annual Caregiver Support Program Summit virtually on September 14th from 10 AM-12PM. Read More
Nevada Caregivers Coalition
Conversations with Caregivers   
Conversations with Caregivers, hosted by the Nevada Caregivers Coalition is a free, monthly Zoom session where caregivers and their loved ones can come together and discuss caregiving issues across the lifespan.Read More
Veterans (Re)Build Day in Northern Nevada  
Rebuilding Together is looking to identify and select two homeowners in September for their Veterans (Re) Build Day in northern Nevada (RTNNV). Read More
Programs & Services
Major Announcement on Mistaken VA Form 10812 Rejections  
The Board of Veterans’ Appeals has learned that a limited number of veterans may have had their Board Appeal forms [VA Form 10182, Decision Review Request: Board Appeal (Notice of Disagreement] mistakenly rejected for being untimely. 
Benefits Updates for Post 9/11 Veterans  
For many years, Post 9/11 veterans who served in Iraq/Afghanistan and at bases in the region supporting operations there, raised concerns about the potential for exposure to toxic materials from the burn pits located on their bases. Read More
The Veteran Information Program is in
Need of a Few Good Volunteers
Over the past few years, NDVS in partnership with the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records, has been working with volunteers to scan decades old military discharge records into Nevada’s Veterans Information System. Read More
News You Can Use
New Online Registry Launches to Conveniently Keep Nevada Veterans Connected to Earned Benefits, Programs, and Resources

This month, the Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) plans to launch its new online Nevada Veterans Benefits Registry. Read More
National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs Annual Training Conference in Reno
NDVS will host the National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs (NASDVA) Annual Training Conference at the Peppermill in Reno from September 12-15. Read More
So what’s IGY6? 
For many veterans and their families, September can be a rough month. Current events, along with the anniversary of 9/11 and Suicide Prevention Month, may hit close to home for many. Read More.  
Virginia City VFW Seeks Support to Build Post Home-Resource Center 
The Virginia City Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8071 is seeking corporate and other sponsors to build a new Post Home and Resource Center. Read More
Employment/Education 
Job Postings for Veterans
Looking for a new job or do you have a job to post? Check out our job postings or post a job on the NDVS website Click Here.  
On-the-Job Apprenticeship Programs
Have you thought about a job that pays you while you learn? There are two ways to gain valuable skills while earning a wage either through On-the-Job Training or through Apprenticeship Training. Click Here to learn more!  
Always Remember
September
National Suicide Prevention Month 
September 1 & 2 – World War II (Sep 1, 1939 – Sep 2, 1945) 
September – Operation New Dawn (OND) (Sep 1, 2010 - Dec 15, 2011) 
September 2 – VJ (Victory over Japan) Day (1945)  
September 11 – 9/11 Patriot Day/Remembrance Day (2001) 
September 17 – National POW/MIA Recognition Day: Third Friday in September 
September 18 – U.S. Air Force & Air National Guard Birthday (1947) 
September 21 – Non-Commissioned Officer Association Birthday (1960) 
September 25 – Disabled American Veterans Birthday (1920) 
September 26 – Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day (1936); Last Sunday in September 
September 29 – National Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Day (1899) 
September 29 – Lady Vets of Northern Nevada Birthday (2010)