The Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide and the GDVS have partnered with the Douglas County Community Service Board to present Operation Targeted Recovery (OTR). The 1st event will be held next Friday, November 8, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Douglas County Community Service Board. OTR is a 4 series collaboration to shed light on the obstacles/problems that our service members, veterans, and their families (SMVF) and to provide resources to reduce those problems. The series will focus on veterans, service members, children of veterans, spouses, and caregivers. Register to attend at https://lnkd.in/ee5T6uDp.
Georgia Department of Veterans Service
Government Administration
Atlanta, Georgia 740 followers
We are a state government agency created to advise, counsel, and assist Georgia’s veterans and their families.
About us
We are extremely proud of the Georgians who have honorably served our country over the centuries. It is now our honor to serve you. The Georgia Department of Veterans Service is an agency of state government created for the purpose of advising, counseling, and assisting Georgia’s veterans and their families in receiving their rightful benefits under the vast and complex framework of veterans’ laws. No veterans’ benefits are granted automatically – you must apply for them! We exist to help you do exactly that. Upon discharge from active military service, you may have been counseled and perhaps you received information pertaining to some of the benefits to which you may be entitled under the law. Our job is to explain in detail these benefits and, if entitled, assist you free of charge in obtaining them. Service is in our name and service is our work. Providing quality and effective service to Georgia veterans and their dependents is and always will be our number one mission. In doing so, we pledge to stay current and adjust quickly and carefully to new laws, be diligent in their application, and continually improve our efficiency in service to veterans and their families. If you wish to talk to a Veterans Field Service Officer near you about federal and state benefits to which you may be entitled, you will find a map and contact information for all GDVS field offices at http://veterans.georgia.gov/field-offices. For a summary of veterans benefits provided by the state of Georgia, visit: http://veterans.georgia.gov/state-benefits To learn more about other services the state of Georgia offers veterans, visit: https://veterans.georgia.gov/rvtf You are welcome to join our online communities at http://facebook.com/gavetsvc and http://twitter.com/gavetsvc.
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http://veterans.georgia.gov/
External link for Georgia Department of Veterans Service
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1945
- Specialties
- military, army, navy, marine corps, coast guard, air force, army reserves, naval reserves, armed forces, government, and politics
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2 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, Georgia, US
Employees at Georgia Department of Veterans Service
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Do you know someone in your community who embodies courage, sacrifice, and service to others? The Medal of Honor Recipients are seeking nominations for everyday heroes whose selflessness and bravery make a profound difference. The Citizen Honors Awards, presented by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society, honor individuals who exemplify the values represented by the Medal of Honor. Awardees will be celebrated in a special ceremony hosted by Medal of Honor Recipients in Washington, D.C., on Medal of Honor Day – March 25, 2025. To nominate a local hero, visit https://lnkd.in/gEyd4fCR or email [email protected]. All submissions are due by December 1, 2024.
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Savannah area veterans - Veterans Day activities begin soon! The Veterans Council of Chatham County recently released a schedule of upcoming events leading up to November 11. Chairman Joe Higgins announced the following program for this year’s Veterans Week: Friday, Nov. 1 at 9 a.m. – Chatham County Commission appearance Veteran of the Year Edward Gizara and Grand Marshal Mike Brady. Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. – Flags over Broughton installation. Over 40 American casket flags donated by families of veterans will be installed from Jefferson Street to Abercorn Street. Friday, Nov. 8 – Veterans Day Gala with a 6 p.m. cocktail reception and the 7 p.m. program at the American Legion Post 184 (3003 Rowland Ave.). Sunday, Nov. 10 – 10:30 a.m. WWI Remembrance ceremony at WWI Monument in Daffin Park with Guest speaker French Army Brigadier General Lionel Meny. 6 p.m. Vietnam Veterans Ceremony at Emmitt Park (Bay Street/Habersham Street). Monday, Nov. 11 – 78th Veterans Day Parade beginning at 10 a.m. with a step-off at Abercorn and Gwinnett streets. If you can’t attend the Veterans Day Parade in person, WSAV will broadcast the event on-air and online at wsav.com. Find more details at https://lnkd.in/eXFGKj8k.
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Have you seen a “We’re Hiring” post or “Get Your VA Benefits” ad that doesn’t link to a .gov site? It could be a scam! Scammers target Veterans, using fake logos & ads to steal personal info. Always verify before clicking. Stay safe online! Find more tips at https://lnkd.in/gidb2jYd.
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MilitaryHire and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veteran Readiness and Employment are hosting a virtual hiring fair! The event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Nov. 6 is free to servicemembers, veterans, military spouses and caregivers. The online event will connect jobseekers with nationwide career opportunities. Register/more info: https://lnkd.in/e2ZsB43w.
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Don't forget, it's Veteran Buddy Check Week. Connect with your Veterans friends this week or weekend - or take the pledge to #TalktoTen Veterans. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g3ESnPqZ.
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The Georgia Department of Veterans Service (GDVS) was recently awarded a grant of $500,000 as part of the VA's Fiscal Year 2024 Suicide Mortality Review Cooperative Agreement. The funding will support the development of a Suicide Mortality Review Committee in Georgia. Read more at
Georgia Department of Veterans Service Awarded VA Suicide Mortality Grant
veterans.georgia.gov