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Local Events and Happenings
Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA)
We're open for in-person or virtual services, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday.
Visitors seeking assistance from the our Regional Office Public Contact Team are encouraged to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment on VERA. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.
Veterans and stakeholders may also use one of the following options to schedule an appointment for in-person or virtual services:
call 412-395-6160
email PCU.VBAPIT@VA.GOV
14th Annual Veteran Stand Down
Date and Time: Friday, October 11, 2024 | 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. | Registration opens at noon
Location: Cascade Park | 1928 E. Washington Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Free for Veterans and Service Members: Medical screenings, haircuts, hygiene products, and a boxed meal (while supplies last).
Multiple organizations with resource information and referrals be available. A benefits counselor from the Pittsburgh VBA Regional Office will be available to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and provide resource information about VA compensation, pension, education, employment, job training, and other VA benefits.
For more information: Contact one of the following Stand Down Co-chairs -Missy Russell at 724.658.7258, ext.1414; Jesse Putnam at 724.656.2172; or Holly Vete at 724.657.0226
Veterans Leadership Program: Johnstown Stand Down
Date and Time: Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Location: Johnstown Veterans Leadership Program | 727 Goucher Street, Johnstown, PA 15905
Event: Free services for Veterans:
- Clothing
- Personal hygiene/care items
- General Health Care
- Flu shots
- Legal Assistance
- ID Cards
- Vocational Resources
- Employment Resources
- Education Resources
A benefits counselor from the Pittsburgh VBA Regional Office will be available to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and provide resource information about VA compensation, pension, education, employment, job training, and other VA benefits.
Breakfast and lunch will be served. Please bring proof of Veteran Status.
For more information: Contact Kim Portser at 844.VLP.VETSx239 or email Portserk@VLPWPA.org
Mercer County's 10th Annual Veterans Stand Down and Resource Fair
Date and Time: Thursday, October 24, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Location: Hickory VFW Post 6166 | 5550 E. State Street, Hermitage, PA 16148
All Veterans and their families are invited for an afternoon of information, food, and camaraderie. Flu shots and COVID vaccines will also be available from Primary Health Network.
A benefits counselor from the Pittsburgh VBA Regional Office will be available to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and provide resource information about VA compensation, pension, education, employment, job training, and other VA benefits.
Breakfast and lunch will be served. Please bring proof of Veteran Status.
For more information: Visit Butler Health Care
Veteran Benefits Event
Date and Time: Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Noon-3:00 p.m.| PACT Act Presentation at 2 p.m.
Location: American Legion Post 108 | 210 W. Washington Street, Bradford, PA 16701
Veterans and their families are invited to an all-inclusive, free VA health care enrollment and benefits processing event.
A benefits counselor from the Pittsburgh VBA Regional Office will be available to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and provide resource information about VA compensation, pension, education, employment, job training, and other VA benefits.
For more information: Contact Erie VA Medical Center, Kim Hackbarth at 814.860.2074.
9th Annual Butler County Stand Down
Date and Time: Friday, November 1, 2024 | Opening Ceremony Begins at 10:45 a.m. | Veterans Only 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Proof of Veteran Status Required) | All Others 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Location: American Legion Post 778 | 150 Legion Memorial Lane, Butler, PA 16001
Event: A day offering free services, support, and resources for Veterans, their families, and those in need. A benefits counselor from the Pittsburgh VBA Regional Office will be available to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and provide resource information about VA compensation, pension, education, employment, job training, and other VA benefits.
For more information: Visit Butler Health Care
Veteran Town Hall
Date and Time: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | 5 p.m.- 6 p.m.
Location: Erie VA Medical Center | 2nd Floor Conference Room | 135 East 38th St., Erie, PA
Event: Veterans, caregivers, and family members are invited to attend a Veteran Town Hall. Meet with Erie VA Medical Center and the executive leadership team as they share the latest Erie VAMC updates. Q&A session immediately following the updates. A benefits counselor from the Pittsburgh VBA Regional Office will be available to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and provide resource information about VA compensation, pension, education, employment, job training, and other VA benefits.
For more information: Visit Erie Health Care
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