Hey Veterans, Did You Know? If you are of Medicare age and receive VA health care, there are Zero Premium Medicare Plans in some counties that you can use as a back up to your VA health care. There are no monthly costs to you! This information was provided by Tim Osterman at Omega Benefits […]
Category Archives: Did You Know?
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Hey Veterans, Did You Know? Camping may be free for you! In Idaho, veterans with 100% service-related disabilities receive free camping and day-use access within Idaho’s state parks. For complete details, go to parksandrecreation.idaho.gov. In Washington, veterans with 30% service-related disabilities receive a FREE Lifetime Pass for camping moorage and campsite reservations. For complete details, […]
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Hey Veterans, Did You Know? Your DD214 will be needed by your family when you pass away. It is something that you should do now to help them during this stressful time. They will need it to file for burial and funeral benefits or to request military honors, rifle salute and/or flag presentation, at your […]
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Hey Veterans! Did you know? Some disabled veterans are eligible for reduced hunting and fishing licenses. In Idaho, you must have at least a 40% service-connected disability. A 3 year resident DAV license is just $5. For complete information, go to idfg.idaho.gov/licenses/dav-programs. In Washington, you must have at least a 30% service-connected disability or be […]
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Apprenti Executive Director Jennifer Carlson, left, joins Washington Governor Jay Inslee, right, and Amazon Vice President Ardine Williams, second from right, in honoring apprentices Scott Stone, Mike Cooper, Joshua Tanton, Shea Orr, and Bevin Smith on Wednesday at Amazon. Smoke the service dog also joined in. (Amazon Photo) Amazon’s commitment to hiring military veterans took […]
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Hey Veterans, Did you Know? Veteran Designation Available for Idaho and Washington State Driver’s Licenses You can get a veteran designation on your driver licenses or ID card. In Washington, it is free if you are only changing your veterans status. In Idaho, it is free at renewal or a $15 […]
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Hey Veterans, did you know? Kaniksu Dental Services for Veterans in Need If you are a veteran with dental needs but have limited funds, Kaniksu Health Services in Bonner County may be able to assist you. Thanks to the generosity of the community, Kaniksu has donated funds to help veterans who do not have dental […]
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Hey Veterans, did you know? You can make appointments for glasses and hearing aids? Veterans enrolled with the VA do not need a referral to make an appointment. Just call the Mann Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane for appointments. Audiology: (509) 434-7008 Eye Clinic: (509) 434-7032 (appointments can also be made in Coeur d’Alene).
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The Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake helps veterans and their families through one of life’s most challenging times while honoring their military service and sacrifice. Knowledgeable cemetery staff guide veterans and families through the process of preregistering for cemetery services and work with families after a death occurs. The facility serves eligible veterans […]
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Veterans should know that coming to WorkSource Spokane isn’t always about employment. Trish, a homeless Veteran, wasn’t ready for employment when she first arrived at WorkSource. She had spent nearly three years hitchhiking to Spokane from Florida. She experienced very unsafe situations and trauma during that harrowing experience, which was compounded by trauma she had […]