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Not a bad winter this year! But it is always nice to see the crocuses peak through the last of the snow. March is a welcome sign that the sun will shine more, and the temperatures will get up to where we don't have to bundle up quite so much.
This month we also honor our Vietnam Vets with a day of their own. We also have days to remember WW II and Korea. But we need new remembrance days for the vets of Desert Storm/Shield and the the Middle East wars (OIF/OEF?) which ended up being the longest war this country has ever fought.
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The VAC Commissioners meetings for 2022 will be held on the following dates:
March 16, 2022
May 18, 2022
September 21, 2022
November 16, 2022
At the Gurnee American Legion Post (749 Milwaukee Ave).
All meetings begin at 10:30 am.
Visitors are welcome to attend.
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Veteran Memorials
Around Lake County -
North Chicago
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Thanks to all our
Cold War
Veterans
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By Jim Rice (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau) – FEB 07, 2022
Getting sick or injured can often result in a heavy financial burden for many families, leaving them with mounting medical bills. Aggressive debt collection and coercive credit reporting can make matters worse by pressuring families to pay medical bills. On top of the initial medical crisis, this financial distress can make it even harder for a family to recover.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) took a major step towards protecting veterans and their families by announcing a change to when it will report information on outstanding medical bills to consumer reporting companies. Under the VA’s new rule, the agency will only report a medical bill after all other collection efforts have been exhausted, largely eliminating coercive credit reporting as a debt collection technique. Coupled with the other announced changes by the VA, which provide additional protections to the most financially vulnerable veterans, these changes will result in a 99% reduction of unfavorable debt that it reports to consumer reporting companies.
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Take a Virtual Tour of the new Chicago Veterans' Home
For a brief virtual tour, please click here to see highlights of the new Home.
Who is eligible to become a resident?
Any honorably discharged veteran is entitled to admission if he or she:
- Has served in the U.S. Armed Forces at least one day during a period recognized by the USDVA as a war period or served in a hostile fire environment and was awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal; or
- Was retired for a service-connected disability or injury, or
- Has served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for 24 months of continuous service or more and enlisted after September 7, 1980 or
- Has served as a Reservist or National Guard member, and the service included being called to Federal Active Duty (excluding service for Active Duty Training only) and completed the term or completed 20 years of satisfactory service and is otherwise eligible to receive reserve or active duty retirement benefits; or
- Has been discharged for reasons of hardship or released from active duty due to a reduction in the U.S. Armed Forces before the completion of the required period of service; and
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· Entered the service as a resident of Illinois or has been a resident of Illinois for one year immediately preceding the date of application for admission; and
- Is disabled by disease, wounds, or otherwise, and because of disability is incapable of earning a living.
Peacetime veterans with one year of honorable military service may also be eligible for admission; other qualifying conditions, as required, must be met.
Admission to an Illinois Veterans’ Home is based upon:
- The ability of the Home to provide adequate and appropriate care and services required by the person’s medical diagnoses and assessed needs, and:
- An available bed in the category required by the veteran’s medical conditions and assessed needs.
For further information, please contact:
The Adjutant Illinois Veterans' Home - Chicago
4250 N. Oak Park Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60634
Phone: (773) 794-3763
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Congratulations to
Andrew and John!
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IACVAC (Illinois Association of Veterans Assistance Commissions) Ha elected Andrew Tangen, our Superintendent, as the President and John Murray, our Chief of Staff, as 1st division Vice President.
As the Lake County VAC, we have constantly worked to identify ways we can expand our ability to serve the Lake County Veterans. Reaching out to serve the other counties in the state will strengthen our voice across the state and with the Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs.
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Meet our Newest VSO -
Allan Lacson
Allan recently retired from the Navy as a Hospital Corpsman Master Chief (HMCM), based at the James A. Lovell FHCC. After retirement, he worked for AbbVie Pharmaceutical in North Chicago. He has a BS in Healthcare Management from Trident University International.
During his Navy career, in between his normal assignments, he graduated from a numerous training commands including Surgical Technologist, Advanced Radiologic Technologist, Field Medical Service, Command Career Counselor and others.
Allan migrated from the Philippines in 1989, speaks 2 Philippino languages in addition to English, Married Gina Gomez in 1997 and has 2 daughters. He is also active in the Prince of Peace Catholic Church.
WELCOME ABOARD, ALLAN!
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Its Tax Time!
If you can shop on the internet, read books on an ereader, find and bring down movies from multiple streaming services then you can use the very friendly tax software that is available to do your own taxes today.
Turbo Tax and HR Block are two most popular today - they ask you very friendly questions and walk you through the entire process. The Military Wallet provides a list of other software tools. Click here to review them.
There are also several on line tax filing tools where you can complete a simple return on line and file it directly. Check to make sure you get a printed return if you chose one of those services.
If you are uncomfortable doing it alone, try doing your return it in parallel with a return prepared by your selected preparation resource the first time.
If you still want a professional preparer to do your taxes, remember that:
- If you retired from the military or have been honorably discharged within 365 days, you can take advantage of a tax assistance service at the Great Lakes Naval Base.
- AARP provides certified Tax Aides to help you file - There are some income limitations for that service, and also some constraints relative to filing complexity.
- Check your area to determine whether there are other assistance services - usually for lower income filers.
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Stimulus Checks – what happens if…
There are too many potential issues to detail them here, but, basically:
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Most of you should have received your third stimulus checks by now, and also a letter from the IRS telling you the check was mailed. A letter for each recipient. If you earned an adjusted gross income over $75,000 (single) or $150,000 filing jointly for tax year 2020, you will NOT receive the check.
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If you haven’t received the letter OR your check (in 2021), report that you didn’t receive the check on your 2021 Tax return. This becomes a credit on your return and will reduce any payment required or increase the size of your refund.
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If you received your letter, but you have no evidence that you received the check(s), you will need to do some research on how to get the check. An easy solution is to say you didn’t receive it on your tax return, but you will run the risk of the IRS coming back to you and saying you did receive it and you will get a bill to pay it back. Other alternatives all require researching and working with the IRS to track the payment.
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Free Tax Preparation Available
Tax season can feel overwhelming, especially for military families, but programs like AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide can help you file your state and federal tax returns. Tax-Aide is free and available (appointment only) to all Veterans, service members, and their families regardless of age or whether they're AARP members.
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Create an ID.me Account Using VA.gov
Whether you’re currently receiving GI Bill benefits or plan to in the future, click create a VA.gov account using ID.me to better manage your benefits and access all VA resources. ID.me combines My HealtheVet and eBenefits and other sign-ons that I don't know about into a single sign-on for all VA systems.
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Explore a VA Pension
Did you know VA's Veterans Pension program provides monthly payments to wartime Veterans over the age of 65 with a limited income and net worth? If you are under 65 but have a permanent and total disability, you may also be eligible.
There may be other more beneficial opportunities, however, so consult with the VAC (847-377-3344) before applying for a pension.
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File a Claim for Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals and Materials
Find out if you can get disability compensation (monthly payments) and other benefits for illnesses or other conditions, like the ones listed below. These are illnesses and conditions we believe may be caused by contact with harmful chemicals or other hazardous materials while serving in the military. This article lists several different types of contaminations and the diseases related to them including:
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James A. Lovell FHCC is hosting
2 Programs for Women
Women Veterans Focus Group - Virtual
MAR 8 10:30 AM Online event
Calling all women veterans! We need you to join our focus group. We want to learn how we can better serve and care or you.
This will be virtual, through Microsoft Teams.
Please contact Dr. Irma Sharp, our Women Veterans Program Manager, at 224-610-1123, to be added to the list of participants.
Patient Tele-Town Hall: Women Veterans/Military Members & Dependents
MAR15 5 PM Online event
All are invited to join in for our next patient tele-town hall, which will be focused on our female patients, veterans and military and military dependents.
Discuss Lovell FHCC services and resources for women. Find out about the latest COVID-19 information, talk to Lovell FHCC leaders and subject matter experts. Women patients will receive an automated call the day before and at the start of the tele-town hall, asking them to join.
If you aren't a recent female patient and/or want to make sure you can participate, email your phone number, the month of the event, to FHCC.Feedback@va.gov by noon, Friday, Feb. 11.
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Veterans Independence Program
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The Dog Tag Fellowship Program
Calling #veterans, #militaryspouses, and #caregivers: the Summer 2022 Dog Tag Fellowship Program application is now OPEN!
The Dog Tag Fellowship Program equips veterans, military spouses, and caregivers with the tools and education to build resilience, find renewed purpose, and forge community beyond the military. Dog Tag provides a bridge from military service to the civilian world and acts as a catalyst for finding direction and moving forward.
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The program will run Jul 12-Nov 18, and the application deadline is March 15th.
Dog Tag’s innovative approach consists of a five-month fellowship program that combines equal parts classroom, bakery, community, and wellbeing. Dog Tag Fellows earn a business certificate from Georgetown University or Loyola University Chicago in our classroom space; bring their coursework to life by learning the ins and outs of running a successful business in the bakery; build community with each other; and enhance their wellbeing by committing time to introspection and personal growth.
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The program will run Jul 12-Nov 18, and the application deadline is March 15th.
learn more about the program on their website.
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Chicago Botanic Garden
Veteran Intern Program
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While the year was a challenge for many people, and especially for some veterans, the VAC was able to support a lot of them and their families during the year. To the left is a summary of the results for the VAC during 2021.
Veterans in Lake County are receiving almost $153 million in compensation this year. We secured almost $ 9 million in new benefits this year.
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Special kudos to two of our very energetic VSOs who, between them, obtained over $4 million in new benefits for our vets this year!
Shane McNerneyaaaaSummer Padaoan
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This article was first seen on BottomLine Personal, written by Captain Ryan Guina, Illinois Air National Guard and founder of the website TheMilitaryWallet,com.
Some veteran benefits programs that are usually misunderstood, are brand new or have been modified.
- Whole life insurance for disabled vets.
- Expanded VA Home Loan eligibility for National Guard and Reserve veterans.
- VA home loans may be used for rental properties and second homes.
- Property tax breaks.
- Better burial benefits.
- GI Bill education benefits no longer expire for vets who served in or after 2013.
- New ways to get vet discounts.
The VAC can also assist you with many of these issues, so if you think you could use help on any of them, contact us at 847-377-3344.
The Military Wallet appears to be worth taking some time to review. There's good information on tax tools among other things.
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Another Benefit You Don't Want To Miss At Tax Time
If your county provides real estate or other tax adjustments for VA disabilities, you will need a letter to document the VA compensation dated in 2022. In Lake County, IL the real estate tax adjustments are:
- A disabled veteran with a 70% or higher service-connected disability will be tax exempt.
- A disabled veteran with at least 50%, but less than 70% service-connected disability will receive a $5,000 reduction in the property's EAV.
- A disabled veteran with at least 30%, but less than 50% service-connected disability will receive a $2,500 reduction in property's EAV.
To get this letter, you must be able to log into the VA eBenefits website. If you click on this disability letter link, it will prompt you for your sign in and take you directly to the page to download your disability letter.
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The VAC's on publicity roll!
We know we are only serving 25% of the veterans in Lake County, Note the two signs in Hawthorn Mall, and watch for the billboards to further raise awareness. If you know a vet, ask them if they know of the Veterans Assistance Commission and point them our direction.
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Did you Know?
The VAC is managed by the Delegates appointed from each post of the VFW, American Legion, Marine Corps League and other veteran organization in Lake County. That means there is a board of over 40 members, appointed by the post members. That board is then managed by its Board of Trustees. Click here to review the Board members and the post delegates.
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Crisis Hotline Information
If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 (press 1) or via www.veteranscrisisline.net.
Editor’s note: This article by Patricia Kime originally appeared on Military.com, a leading source of news for the military and veteran community.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to drop copayments for outpatient appointments and decrease medication copays for veterans considered at high risk for suicide.
In a notice published in the Federal Register on Wednesday, the VA announced a proposal to modify copayments for medical appointments and medications to encourage veterans to seek medical care and mental health treatment.
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Don't forget to say "Thank You" and "Welcome Home" to Our Vets who have served anywhere!
As I was reminded recently, the 20-year Middle East war is now the only USA conflict where we haven't celebrated the warriors who have given their time, energy and, in many cases, their limbs and mental stability in service to our country.
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Visit Our Website
The Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County has recently implemented a new, much improved website. The site is easy to navigate and provides information on how we can support you in different types of services. The site also includes all the documents a veteran or family member might need to get the ball rolling to file for any potential deserved benefits.
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Contact the VAC (847-377-3344) for information packets for each of its major categories of support:
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Another Happy Vet receives A Computer
from Catholic Charities
Thanks to Mitch Siegel, the Vet at Catholic Charities Lake County office in Waukegan who helps vets as the guy who helps find jobs and housing, Paul T. received a new laptop to continue his education. The Allen J. Lynch Foundation has provided grants for this program and their bicycle program.
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The VAC Staff and Lynda Strelitz present VAC resources as shown in the left column,
and the Heroes with Hearing Loss program (below) to Commandant Ed Mampe and the members of Marine Corps League Detachment 801 (Gurnee)
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If you struggle with your bad ears to hear on the telephone, translating voice to visual may solve the hearing problem for you. Heroes With Hearing Loss offers telephones with translation to visual on a screen.
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Get your Vaccination!
Get your Booster!
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Are you the spouse or surviving spouse of—or a child of—a Veteran with disabilities or a Veteran who has died? If you don’t qualify for TRICARE (the Department of Defense’s health care program for active-duty and retired service members and their families), you may be able to get health insurance through the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA). Through this program, we cover the cost of some of your health care services and supplies. This is called cost sharing. Find out if you qualify for CHAMPVA and how to apply.
Find out if you qualify and to file for your benefits by contacting the VAC at 847-377-3344.
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We (the VA) are the world's leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.
PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault. It's normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments.
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Don't let the Coroners put COVID-19 on Veterans’ death certificates instead of the underlying issues as the cause of death
If you have a veteran death to deal with, check to make sure that any service related underlying cause of death is properly documented on the death certificate. If Covid-19 is recorded as the immediate cause, and if the contributing service connected conditions are not listed on the death certificate, a surviving spouse may lose their Dependent Indemnity Compensation . See item 5 in RSO Notes for further details. However, if the death was also caused by Covid-19, the survivor should investigate and apply for the FEMA Covid burial expense assistance discussed in the article to the right
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Covid Test At Home?
At-home rapid tests are antigen tests, which use a different mechanism to detect infection. These tests can be processed in your home using a kit that looks similar to an at-home pregnancy test and gives results within 10-15 minutes. Antigen tests are fairly accurate, when someone is experiencing symptoms and their viral load is very high. However, when someone has a lower viral load, such as in someone without symptoms might get false negative test results.
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An Alternative Death Benefit
One of our readers pointed out to me that FEMA also offers a death benefit - IF the death is attributed to Covid-19.
Therefore, if you are dealing with a death caused by Covid-19 and there is no question about veteran survivor benefits, you should apply to FEMA for their death benefit. Here's an extract from the FEMA information.
Who is Eligible?
To be eligible for funeral expense assistance, you must meet these conditions:
- For deaths that occurred after May 16, 2020, the death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19.
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For deaths that occurred from Jan. 20 to May 16, 2020, any death certificate that does not attribute the cause of death to COVID-19 must be accompanied by a signed statement listing COVID-19 as a cause or contributing cause of death.
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What is Whole Health?
Whole Health is VA’s cutting-edge approach to care that supports your health and well-being. Whole Health centers around what matters to you, not what is the matter with you. This means your health team will get to know you as a person, before working with you to develop a personalized health plan based on your values, needs, and goals.
Find out how you can #LiveWholeHealth from home through VA’s ongoing self-care blog series. This series highlights Whole Health resources—such as video sessions for yoga or meditation—that you can follow along at home to live healthier and happier.
OR, If you are interested in taking your own personal inventory, click here.
For more information about Whole Health at the James A Lovell FHCC, contact:
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In all the situations below, you can always contact the VAC (847-377-3344) directly for further assistance. If you are struggling with rent or mortgage payments with the elimination of pandemic forbearance programs, Call the VAC immediately!
- Rent or Mortgage payments or Emergency Housing
- Utility payments
- Food - Northern Illinois Food Bank - See Schedule or
- Midwest Veterans Closet (See the calendar below)Medical Care - Contact VAC when civilian benefits lost - Do not go to VA if not registered with them. Contact the VAC to get you registered.
- Most VA visits are currently by Video Conference
- Family problems - In Lake County, contact 211 for referral to proper resource.
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Call 211 for Social Services
in Lake County
Anyone in Lake County who needs help finding health and human service support can call 211 and get quickly connected to available resources. Lake County 211, provided by United Way of Lake County, is a free, confidential information and referral helpline that will enable Lake County residents to get the help they need 24 hours a day, regardless of the language they speak or where they live.
The 211 network also answers dozens of crisis hotlines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Know Someone Who Can Use Veteran Benefit Assistance?
If you have a veteran parent or know someone who might be eligible for some kind of benefits for their service, we encourage you to mention the VAC to them. We can assist with many different issues:
- Aid and Attendance Assistance
- Emergency Financial Assistance
- Survivor spousal benefits
- Burial arrangements
- Upgrading disability status
- Job skill preparation
- Referrals for services we cannot support.
If you or another veteran you know needs help, give us a call at 847-377-3344.
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Your Coin Helps Vets In Need Through the VAC Not For Profit
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Coins are $5.00 and you can pick one up when you come into the office, or you can send a check (make the check out to "Lake County VAC - Not-for-Profit - and mail to the address below) and we'll mail it to you. Mail check to:
Veterans Assistance Commission
501 North Route 21, Suite 106
Gurnee, IL 60031
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If you're wondering what the VAC and other veterans organizations are doing. Be sure to call first since many of these events and activities have been cancelled or deferred during the Covid-19 pandemic: |
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Mission BBQ
A great supporter of Veterans and First Responders
Open daily 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
6430 Grand Ave #101, Gurnee, IL 60031
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Midwest Veterans Closet
Mobile Food Pantry and Clothing
Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Food (Grocery Style selection)
Clothing, Housewares, and
LOTS of Furniture
2323 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL
847-354-2108
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Mundelein Park District
Healthy Minds Healthy Bodies
1401 N. Midlothian Rd, Mundelein, IL
Lake Zurich American Legion Post
51 Lions Drive
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Coffee and Donuts - Every Tuesday, 8:30 - 10:30 AM
Check for open operations since new Covid-19 rules
Chicagoland North Chapter, Team RWB
Contact David Christensen
Lots of events scattered around Lake County
Lake County Honor Flight Reunions
Meet 4th Saturday each month (Dec meet 3rd Saturday)
Lunch - Mission BBQ, Gurnee - Feb 18, 11:00
Breakfast Golden Corral, Gurnee - Mar 22, 2022 10:00
Animal Therapy for Veterans
Veterans and their families are invited to
Veterans’ Weekend at the SOUL Harbour Ranch, Barrington, IL
Last Sunday of each month.
TIME: 10:30am to Noon
WHERE: SOUL Harbour Ranch
22093 N. Countryside Lane, Barrington, IL 60010
RSVP: Jodie @ 855-408-SOUL (7685)
QUESTIONS: Contact veteran liaison
USAF Pilot, Lt. Colonel Gina Stramaglio 316-708-9788
Northern Illinois Food Bank
There are three types of resources within NIFB
Pre-register at the link and order from list of items - limited locations and times
See below for the Lake and McHenry locations and times
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134. How many military officers does it take to screw in a light bulb?
Only one, but they do it from 30 miles away using laser targeting at a cost of $8.3 million.
140. Ask the Army to secure a building, and they will set up a perimeter around it and make sure nobody gets out.
Ask the Marines to secure a building, and they will charge in, kill everybody inside, and then set up defenses to make sure nobody gets in.
Ask the Navy to secure a building, and they will turn off all the lights and lock all the doors at 1700.
Ask the Air Force to secure a building, and they will sign a 10-year lease with an option to buy.
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Contents From Our Previous Issue
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t Helps to Stay In Touch With the
James A. Lovell FHCC
To stay in touch with the James A. Lovell FHCC,
subscribe to the “Launch”, the Lovell Newsletter.
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Reminder about C&P Exams
What are C&P Exams? The C&P Exam (short for "Compensation and Pension") is an exam per-formed by a VA salaried or contracted physician to document the current severity of a condition that is being considered for VA Disability or for which you are currently being compensated. These exams are being conducted in person.
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Quick Links
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I blame my lack of observational skill on my age now, but I just noticed that there are a set of menu tabs on the #VetResources page of the weekly VA News (Vantage Point). These tabs have lots of information and are generally easy to follow. |
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MOAA 2/10/22
Know what resources are available before you file.
The change will help TRICARE for Life beneficiaries, but leaves out other TRICARE users.
NDAA is the National Defense Authorization Act
MOAA 2/17/22
Here’s what you need to know about this important number, and why it could put your benefits in the budget crosshairs.
MOAA 2/23/22
It matters little what season (age) or state (status) of life you’re in, having a vision for your life is critical to your success and fulfillment. Whether you are well into “real” retirement or you are embarking on your next career, a clear vision is equally important for your future.
Unsure whether you need an adviser, or which type might be right for you? Get answers to some common questions.
From loan rate caps to terminating leases, find out what the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act means for your finances.
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Here're some sample articles I found recently:
Who Is Eligible For Free Tax Preparation? The Military OneSource tax resources are available to members of the Army, Navy, Space Force, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps and National Guard serving under Title 10 orders.
Retired and honorably discharged members within 180 days of separation, as well as spouses, dependent children and survivors are also eligible.
15 Feb 2022
The Department of Veterans Affairs will change its disability ratings criteria for mental health conditions, sleep apnea and tinnitus, part of a major overhaul of the review process to ensure that compensation matches veterans' medical conditions and needs, department officials say.
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There is far too much in the various issues of Military.Com to write or even extract from them. The trick is to find the pieces that are important to you. Therefore, we have provided a graphic that shows the various dropdown choices. As you will see, there is information on general news – with the choice to see the news for your own branch, service benefits, Job and transition support, military life and family issues. I get several versions, and then I’ll scan for titles that seem to be related to me. For example, I decided to try the the Veteran Jobs tab for Lake County. It provided over 400 postings for Lake County and Northern Cook County. See the dropdowns below. Then you can click on military.com to set up a subscription and select versions that you are interested in.
In addition, there are a wide assortment of resource links (including discounts for vets and families) to find other specific information. You might want to give the magazine a look. |
Below are the available hot links to some of the various VA Resources available. The actual hot links can be accessed at the bottom of the welcome kit . |
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How do you get "Veteran" on your driver's license?
Effective January 1, 2020, it will be easier to get "VETERAN" recorded on your driver's license. To get the “VETERAN” designation, veterans can bring their DD214 or other acceptable discharge document directly to a Secretary of State Driver Services facility.
If veterans choose to add the designation prior to their renewal date, they may obtain an updated driver’s license for $5 and an updated ID card for $10. Veterans over the age of 65 can obtain an updated state ID card at no cost.
A special note - If you are an older Vet and your DD214 was lost in the St. Louis fire in the early 1970's, you can obtain a "certificate" that replaces the DD214. However, for one vet we know, the DMV didn't accept that certificate.
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If you need a complete set of your military records
If you need a set of your military records for any reason, you can obtain them by faxing or mailing a request to the National Personnel Records Center. While they will accept a letter (if you get all the right information into it) it is best to use the standard form SF-180 to request it. You can download that form at Standard Form 180
Mail the completed form to:
National Personnel Records Center
1 Archives Drive
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Fax the form to 314-801-9195
If you need the records in emergency circumstances, contact our office (847-377-3344) and we can help you expedite the process.
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Deerfield - co-located with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Deerfield Facility
1755 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 1409
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
847-948-6981 and 847-948-6982
Hours Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Palatine - located in the Palatine Township offices at:
721 S. Quentin Rd, Room 102
(847) 485-2772
Hours Monday -Thursday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Factual Accuracy and Disclaimer:
Accuracy is important to us. if you believe an error has been made, please email the Lake County Veterans Assistance Commission at veterans@lakecountyil.gov. Use of social media does not imply endorsement on the part of the VAC. Content on these sites is not edited for accuracy and may not necessarily reflect the views of the VAC.
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Have a good week,
Veterans Assistance Commission, Lake County
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