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Military Transition To Civilian Life: A Guide for Veterans Leaving the military for civilian life is a complex process. Our guide shows you everything you need to know, a step-by-step playbook for veterans transitioning into the civilian world.

Veterans Coffee Update July 1, 2020
Veterans Coffee events are hosted by: TRELLIS Supportive Care
formerly Hospice & Palliative CareCenter
If you have questions about Palliative or Hospice care,
please call or email: 336 331-1309 [email protected]
TRELLIS Supportive Care provides Personalized
Palliative & Hospice Care, and Family Support to Veterans and the Community
Don Timmons, Veteran, US Army, 1969 & 1970
Community Partnership and Veterans Support Coordinator
TO UNSUBSCRIBE: PLEASE REPLY “UNSUBSCRIBE” TO THIS EMAIL. THANK YOU.
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Celebrate and Enjoy Independence Day, the 4th of July
“Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness”

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To ensure the safety and well-being of each other and our families, and reduce risk of exposure to the Coronavirus, Trellis Supportive Care is canceling the remaining Veteran Coffee events we host at least through October. Thank you for understanding our decision. As we monitor this ever-changing situation, we will make a decision about our upcoming Veteran Coffees and other events. We will share more information as decisions are made.
Stay Safe and Healthy until we can get back together…Don

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Letters From Home's Digital 4th of July Concert!
The tap-dancing joke-cracking USO-style duo made up of founder Erinn Dearth and self-proclaimed “tall guy” Dan Beckmann are now in preparation for a 4th of July concert that will make its premier on Saturday, July 4th at 7pm EDT. This show will feature singing, tap dancing and special guest appearances, including a song sung by one person in all 50 states!
To tune into the show, go to the Letters From Home page www.facebook.com/LettersFromHome on Saturday, July 4th at 7pm EDT.
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The Forgotten War
2020 is the 70th Anniversary of the beginning of the Korean War. Every war has its heroes and special moments. Click on the link below and take a few minutes to read the story of
Sergeant Reckless, a female hero of the Korean War. It will be time well spent.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergeant_Reckless

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ADVANCE DIRECTIVES: Living Will and Healthcare Power of Attorney
Many of you know, part of my job/mission is to help people get their Advance Directives in place.
• The “Living Will” allows you to state your health care wishes if for some reason you would not be able to communicate them.
• The “Healthcare Power of Attorney” lets you appoint someone to rely your healthcare wishes if you are not able to communicate them.
Prior to the COVID-19 restrictions, I held 4 Advance Directives workshops per month in central NC, and have had several just for Veterans. Trellis Supportive Care is now working on remote VIRTUAL workshops for Veterans and their families. More to come soon.
In the meantime, If you are at a Veterans Affairs health facility, contact a Social Worker and they should be able to help you complete these important documents.
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During this down time from public Veterans events, be proactive and take the time to visit this VA link regarding Veteran benefits summaries and how to better navigate the VA system for you and your family. https://www.benefits.va.gov/BENEFITS/Benefits_Summary_Materials.asp
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Volunteers, food and supply donations needed at the Servant Center in Greensboro.
For more information, contact. [email protected]
Cory Spoor
Veteran Outreach Liaison | U.S. Congressman Mark Walker (NC-06)
809 Green Valley Road, Greensboro, NC 27408
t: 336-333-5005 (office) 336-412-1196 (mobile)
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DID YOU KNOW? Veterans can now make on line purchases through the Military Exchange System? Click on the VetVerify.org link to confirm your eligibility as a Veteran, create an account when approved and start shopping on line at. https://www.shopmyexchange.com/

Disabled Veterans eligible for free National Park Service Lifetime Access Pass. Good for entry into 400+ National Parks and over 2,000 recreation sites across the country. Click on link below https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/60590/disabled-veterans-eligible-free-national-park-service-lifetime-access-pass/
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Veterans Crisis line: 1-800-273-8255 Press 1

US Department of Veterans Affairs: Women Veterans Call Center – 855 829-6636

Link to Urgent Care organizations approved by the VA https://vaurgentcarelocator.triwest.com/

Special “Veterans Benefit Administration” walk-in hours at the Kernersville VA Health Care Center
Room 1781. Appointment Required. Register at Volunteer desk.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 8:30am – 4:00 pm. Fridays Noon – 4:00pm.
On Hold until further notice.

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OTHER VETERANS EVENTS MAY ALSO BE CANCELLED or RESCHEDULED BECAUSE OF HEALTH CONCERNS. CHECK WITH THE EVENT COORDINATORS FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION.

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Veterans: If you are under the VA healthcare system for a service connected heath condition and have had to or might need to use a Non-VA hospital emergency department and/or emergency transportation for a medical emergency related to your service-connected health condition, you or a family member must report this to the VA within 72 hours. Call: 704 638-9000 ext. 12022

Don Timmons
Community Partnership & Veteran Support Coordinator
336 331-1309

vaurgentcarelocator.triwest.com