VSC of Summit County

May 18, 2019
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Director’s Corner

Veterans and military members, who have histories of TBI, PTSD should receive routine, regular screenings for signs of cognitive impairment and mental function. Veterans with dementia who seek VA care may be eligible for certain dementia care services including in-home care, community-based-outpatient, inpatient acute and long term care services.
May 18, 2019
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Proper U.S. Flag Retirement & Upcoming Flag Day

Spring is a great time to inspect the state of your flag and remove from service if damaged, ripped, torn or frayed. The VSC coordinates several flag retirement ceremonies every year; please contact us if you’d like to volunteer for these services.
May 18, 2019
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Volunteers Needed for Memorial Day

On the Saturday before Memorial Day, volunteers are needed to join us as we honor fallen veterans by placing a flag on each gravesite at our county’s cemeteries.
May 18, 2019
Jamie Jones - United States Marine Corps Highlight Edition

Tip of the H.A.T.: The Honor of Selfless Service to Veterans

Medically discharged U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Jamie Jones is familiar with the challenges veterans face when returning to civilian life and the loss of the strong sense of community and brotherhood shared by those who serve. His unique story – getting injured in one of the last training exercises prior to deployment – and strong work ethic have driven him to approach his medical discharge and retirement as a more than full-time opportunity to serve other veterans.
November 30, 2018
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Fall 2018 PDF Newsletter

Download a PDF Copy of the Fall 2018 EyesRight Publication
November 30, 2018
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VA’s Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP)

Rapid Appeals Modernization Program (RAMP) is a program developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to streamline the appeal process. Find out why veterans should be aware of the RAMP eligibility rules before making a decision to opt into the program.
November 30, 2018
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Director’s Corner

To increase access to health care for all veterans, the Veterans Health Administration has created VEText, an interactive mobile solution to remind veterans of upcoming appointments via text messaging.
November 30, 2018
Civil air patrol cadets performing a flag retirement ceremony.

Tip of the H.A.T.: Civil Air Patrol Cadets Help VSC Retire American Flags

On Oct. 6, at the VSC's Akron headquarters, Group III of the Ohio Wing Civil Air Patrol (CAP) sent 16 school-age CAP Cadets and 10 adult volunteers to assist the VSC of Summit County in retiring hundreds of worn and faded American flags.