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The Office of Veterans Affairs staff provides: services and assistance to military veterans and their dependents. This ongoing federal program is the operational responsibility of the County's Human Services Department so that eligibility determination for veterans and social programs is a coordinated function. This general fund program is managed by community volunteers whose operating expenses are reimbursed through the state of Colorado.
What's New
Office Closure May 1 - 3, 2012
The Office of Veterans Affairs will be closed May 1 to 3, 2012.
The staff will be attending the Colorado Department of Veterans Affairs Annual Training Conference.
The training is a necessary part of maintaining our accreditation as County Veterans Service Officers. The curriculum is dictated by the VA and the CDVA.
We will reopen May 8, 2012 at 9:00 am. If you have an emergency need, contact the Douglas County Human Services reception desk at 303-699-4825 and explain your need.
Homes for out Troops - Build Brigade in Parker, May 11 - 13
Volvo Rents has been actively involved in supporting our military men and women through the” Folds of Honor”&” Homes for Our Troops” programs for the last two years, contributing over $135,000 in cash and equipment rental usage.
We would like to invite you to visit the building site: Build Brigade in Parker, CO, on May 11, 12 and 13, 2012. The opening ceremony will take place on 5/11/12 at 8:30 AM!
Here is the link to the story of the VET whose home will be build in May, Army Corporal Nick Orchowski. Learn more about this veteran on a short video at: www.homesforourtroops.org/orchowski
We would like to also invite those Veteran’s who are involved in the Construction Trades to:
Volvo Rents Open House, May 11th, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
1200 West Dartmouth Ave
Englewood CO 80110
Phone 720.437.6777
Food and Refreshments will be provided as well as on-going fund raising for Corporal Orchowski home.
Veterans Monument Foundation Board Vacancies
The Douglas County Veterans Monument Foundation has vacancies for its Board of Directors. All Douglas County residents are invited to become a member and be involved with this organization.
Board members are required to attend board meetings, currently weekly and lasting about one hour. They are also expected to participate in planning and operating various events in support of the Monument and with fundraising efforts. The total commitment of time varies, 2 to 4 hours per week, dependent on the extent of involvement. Visit www.dcvmf.org for information about the Foundation.
After the completion of the Monument, expected dedication November 11, 2012, and the completion of the fundraising, time commitments are expected to decrease. The Monument construction is on schedule and the fundraising has reached $70,000 of the $120,000 goal.
To apply, submit a brief description of what you feel you can contribute to the Board operations. Include any past experiences that have prepared you for this task. One need not be a veteran to become a Board member, community input and involvement is invited.
For more information, contact Henry Bohne, Chairman of the Board, veterans_services@douglas.co.us or 303.688.4825 Extension 5359."She Wore These"
The "She Wore These" Video addresses the challenges presented by the growing number of Women Veterans in the VA system and actions being taken to ensure they receive quality women's health care. Play Video »
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Celebrating America’s Freedoms is a collection of stories about some of America’s most beloved customs and national symbols. The collection includes a variety of topics for researching or planning activities for national observances such as Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and Flag Day.
Veterans Invited For Classroom Visits
The Douglas County Office of Veterans Affairs would like to assemble a list of Douglas County Veterans willing to go into the classroom and share stories of their service to our Country.
Students will experience the historical perspective Veterans will bring into the classroom – through the stories told and the memorabilia shared. Contact the Douglas County Officer of Veterans Affairs at 303-688-4825, extension # 5359 and should you need to leave a message, please leave your name and contact information.
The Office of Veterans Affairs staff provides services and assistance to military veterans and their dependents. This ongoing federal program is the operational responsibility of the County’s Human Services Department so that eligibility determination for veterans and social programs are coordinated functions. This general fund program is managed by community volunteers whose operating expenses are reimbursed through the State of Colorado. For more information on the Douglas County Office of Veteran Affairs at 303-688-4825 ext 5359.
If you are interested please fill out the Registration Form and submit back to us.
If you have problems opening the above Registration Form, please print the Registration Form (word format) out and fax it to 303-814-0923 or mail it directly to the Office of Veterans Affairs, 4400 Castleton Court, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109.