The U.S. and Allied Veterans of Greater Philadelphia is an advocacy group which serves to inform veterans and their families and rally public support for issues
Greater Philadelphia
Joined September 2022
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NY subway good Samaritan Daniel Penny head held high, shoulders back. @ManhattanDA Alvin Bragg used the escorting officers, who had no choice, for a shameful photo op. Bragg has stopped good Samaritans from stopping criminals. Penny's defense fund is here givesendgo.com/daniel_penny
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Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran at the center of Jordan Neely's choking death aboard a subway train last week, is expected to turn himself in to police as soon as Friday to face criminal charges over the incident. fox29.com/news/subway-chokin…
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Veterans rights and benefits are under attack. Not everyone supports those who served. If you do, please follow @USAVGP and share with your family and friends.
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Do you need your DD214 or other military service records? Learn how to request records: va.gov/records/get-military-… 📂
ALT Various military records requested from VA.
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Veterans who were exposed to toxic fumes while fighting for our country are heroes, and they deserve world-class benefits and care. Visit va.gov/pact or call 1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411). #PACTAct
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DoJ's investigation started with a soldier's complaint about the bill for $15,093.71 he received while on deployment, after terminating his vehicle lease. militarytimes.com/pay-benefi…
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How to Hire Veterans: Using SkillBridge (Virtual) Fri Oct 28 8:30am-10amEST
Kickoff Speaker: Former Undersecretary of the Army @PatrickMurphyPA
This year’s event will focus on the value of hiring military veterans utilizing the @DoDSkillBridge
Register:lnkd.in/ecyvkHq4
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If you are thinking about using your VA health care benefits, the Women Veterans Call Center can be your first call to find out how VA can help you−even if you’re not sure what you qualify for.
Give us a call or text: 855-829-6636.
Learn more: bddy.me/3y5xJPw
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#ICYMI: “We can no longer continue to allow those who have served our nation in uniform to live without a roof over their heads,” said @TomPorterDC, #IAVA’s EVP of Government Affairs.
#EndVeteranHomelessness
READ MORE 👉 bit.ly/3ffUppw
U.S. and Allied Veterans of Greater Philadelphia retweeted
No more waiting up to 30 days to receive a benefits letter in the mail.
Post-9/11 GI Bill® applicants using their own benefits may receive a real-time benefits decision + be able to download their decision letter instantly.
Apply now: va.gov/education/how-to-appl…
ALT Computer screen showing the old application experience wait time compared to an instant decision.
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Wondering what veteran civic engagement looks like through the lens of the First Amendment? Join us in #Philadelphia September 23/24 to #VetTheVote! We’ll feature programming @ConstitutionCtr vetthe.vote/
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Service members and veterans must act by Oct. 31 to take advantage of temporary changes that make it easier to get credit under PSLF!
Learn more here, including how you can use your DD-214 to certify your military service: studentveterans.org/news/ed-….
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Today is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. We honor and remember all prisoners of war (POW) and those missing in action (MIA). Never forget those who have never returned.
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Thinking of filing a claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs for disability compensation? AMVETS is here to help. Our National Service Officers provide free assistance and are with you every step of the way.
🔗amvets.org/filing-va-claims/
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Army data cited by leaders shows that up to 70% of potential recruits are disqualified in the first 48 hours due to obesity, low test scores or drug use. Previously, that rate was between 30-40%. armytimes.com/news/2022/09/1…
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Today #IAVA pays tribute to and remembers those we lost 21-years ago in New York, Washington and Shanksville, and those who served that fateful day.#NeverForget
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Today marks the anniversary of September 11. It is a time to honor those who made sacrifices that day and those who serve in the Armed Forces. Every day, the USO stands by our brave service members who defend our country and keep us safe.
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VMC is on the front lines helping the most vulnerable Veterans, those experiencing food insecurity, homelessness, and unemployment.
We're able to make a real difference in Veterans' lives with your support. Help us help those who served our great country.
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The PACT Act provides new opportunities for Veterans to access health care services and disability compensation. In this episode of theSITREP, learn five ways the PACT Act will help Veterans. youtube.com/watch?v=KGo3nwVe…
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Looking for a summary of the PACT Act? The VA has a page on benefits va.gov/resources/the-pact-ac…; the White House has a fact sheet that's more essay than FAQ whitehouse.gov/briefing-room…; we still like @LeoShane's bullet points from June as the best quick overview: militarytimes.com/news/burn-…