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Veterans Roundtable Discussions

8/29/2015

Saturday, 8/29, Rick Larsen will be holding a roundtable discussions with veterans in Mountlake Terrace. All veterans who are residents of the 2nd Congressional District are welcome to join Rick in a discussion about veterans’ issues and how his office can help veterans get access to the services available to them.

If you are a veteran, please consider attending this meeting. If you know veterans living in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish or Whatcom counties, please share this information with them.

Rick Larsen
United States Representative
Washington State, 2nd Congressional District

Mountlake Terrace – Saturday, August 29
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Mountlake Terrace Senior Center
23000 Lakeview Drive
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Questions? Call the Everett office at (425) 252-3188

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Washington Remembers World WAr II Exhibit Opening

8/19/2015

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Exhibit Opening - Thursday 3-5 PM August 20, 2015 | Office of the Secretary of State | Olympia

The Secretary of State cordially invites you to the opening of Washington Remembers World War II—a special exhibit marking the 70th anniversary of the conflict’s end.

At an event honoring survivors of the war, hear from one of the first black Marines since the Revolution who served his country in a prejudiced America. Meet a Holocaust survivor from Poland who hid in a barn loft to escape the death camps, and a veteran of the Battle of the Bulge whose letters home detailed the grueling day-to-day life of a soldier.

Join Secretary of State Kim Wyman on August 20 at the Capitol Building on the 3rd floor in the Legislative Building’s State Reception Room. The program starts at 3pm. Viewing of the exhibit and reception to follow in the Secretary of State's Office. RSVP or more information: info@sos.wa.gov or (360) 902-4171.

*Please Note: the program has moved to the State Reception Room
416 Sid Snyder Avenue SW, 3rd Floor State Reception Room
Olympia, WA 98501

For parking information please see the Capitol Campus parking map.

Check out our Faces of Heroes. | Read the stories of our veterans. | Support Legacy Washington.

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Washington Faces of Heroes

8/16/2015

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Interesting website hosted by the State of Washington honoring veterans and history. If you want help providing a photo or story, please let us know and someone will get back to you.

Seventy years after a world war that changed the course of history and took more than 50 million lives, Legacy Washington pays tribute to those who served.

If you are a WWII veteran or are related to one, submit a photograph by clicking here.

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Vietnam 50th Commemoration Committee Meeting

8/13/2015

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There will be a Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration Committee meeting at the Post 234 hall on Thursday, August 13th at 6:00 PM. If you are interested in helping with the events being planned for November 2015, please join us.

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Victory at Sea

8/13/2015

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Emmy-Award winning Victory at Sea was one of the first documentary television series. It featured warfare in general during World War II, and naval warfare in particular. It was originally broadcast by NBC in the U.S. on Sunday afternoons at 3pm ET from October 26, 1952 to May 3, 1953 and was later compiled into a movie. Revisit this interesting series brought to you by MaritimeTV.

Thanks to John Crawford for providing this information.

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National Immunization Awareness Month

8/13/2015

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Quality of care for Veterans includes raising awareness around important health topics. By highlighting some of the national health awareness campaigns each month, Veterans can get ideas, information, and resources on a variety of health matters.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and we’re here to inform Veterans and raise awareness on how vaccines protect your health and the health of your family and community!

Immunizations or vaccines are medical preparations given to individuals to help improve the body’s resistance to a particular disease. Getting vaccines will prevent outbreaks of many types of diseases and can also save lives.

Recommendations for getting immunizations or vaccines depend on your age, gender, health status, and family history. Below are some of the most common illnesses that can be prevented by getting vaccinated.

Click on the links below to open a new tab and learn more from the Veterans Health Library about an infection and vaccine associated with it.

• Shingles
• Influenza
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Chickenpox
• Measles, mumps, rubella
• Tetanus, diphtheria
• Human papillomavirus (HPV)
• Streptococcus pneumococcal pneumonia
• Pertussis (whooping cough)
• Overseas infections - vaccines for international travelers

A few facts about vaccines:

• Vaccines eliminated smallpox and polio in the U.S.
• Vaccines are one of the safest medical interventions we have
• People 6 months and older should receive a flu shot every year
• People age 65 or older need a one-time shot to help prevent pneumonia
• Once you get a vaccine it also protects others around you from getting that disease
• All adults need a booster shot every 10 years to protect against tetanus and diphtheria
• Measles and other diseases have been significantly reduced in the U.S. because of Vaccines

By getting educated on the right vaccines for you and your family, everyone can take preventive measures to live healthier lives. Stay informed and talk to your health care team to see which vaccines are best for you!

Below are some additional resources that can help you learn more about the vaccinations that are available.

Resources – (click links below to open in new tab)

Immunization Action Coalition Vaccinations for Adults – Tip Sheet (PDF)
VA’s Vaccines and Immunization page
VA’s National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Vaccine recommendations by the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP)

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Washington State Parks Disabled Veteran Lifetime Pass

8/10/2015

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Disabled Veteran Lifetime Pass - No Charge
Free camping / moorage, campsite reservations through State Parks central reservations system, watercraft launching, trailer dump and day use entry. Valid year-round. Offered to Washington state residents with a documented service-connected disability of at least 30%. Proof of identification will be required at check-in.

Proof of Disabled Veteran Status: A disability award letter, certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs or military service; a separation certificate or similar document on official letterhead stationery from the certifying agency; or have the pass application signed by the Department of Veterans Affairs or military service.

Disability Pass Application

For more information about the pass and how to obtain one, click here.

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Post 234 Meeting

8/8/2015

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Post 234 meeting is on Monday, August 10th at 7:00 pm. Social hour starts at 6:00 pm. Come and participate in the Post Everlasting Ceremony and updates for coming events!

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Veterans Roundtable Discussions

Washington Remembers World WAr II Exhibit Opening

Washington Faces of Heroes

Vietnam 50th Commemoration Committee Meeting

Victory at Sea

National Immunization Awareness Month

Washington State Parks Disabled Veteran Lifetime Pass

Post 234 Meeting

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